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Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Position Title: Police Officer - Lateral (CS24-157)

Category: Category: Law Enforcement

Location: Edwardsville, IL

Salary: See Position Description

Opening Date: 05/16/2024

Division: Police Svcs

Flsa: Non-Exempt

Job_Number: 00090

Department: Police Svcs

Closing_Date: Continuous

Description: Description

SIUE Police Services is currently seeking to fill vacancies for LATERAL TRANSFER Police Officer(s) through open recruitment. The SIUE Police Department is a community-oriented law enforcement agency that comprises of certified law enforcement officers and civilian employees. They have full investigatory and arrest powers granted by Illinois law. The department is open and accessible to the university community 24/7, with its own telecommunication unit. The SIUE Police Department operates with the philosophy of providing a safe and secure campus environment, which includes conducting routine patrols and enforcing both criminal and traffic statutes of Illinois. The primary responsibility of SIUE Police Officers is to protect life and property through enforcement of laws, ordinances, and University rules and regulations. They also provide various service-related needs for the university community, such as safety escorts and vehicle lock-outs.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Patrol University communities (Edwardsville, East St. Louis and Alton) by car or on foot.
• Control and assist the movement of vehicles and pedestrian traffic by physically directing traffic.
• Respond to requests for non-enforcement service assistance to the University Communities.
• Identify, investigate, and report hazards that might endanger the public safety and/or University physical plant spaces or equipment.
• Assist other local law enforcement agencies as needed.
• Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned in support of the department's mission and goals.

Work Schedule: Due to the professional responsibilities of this position, shift assignments and workdays will vary including weekdays, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Location assignments are based on University and department needs but candidates must be able to work at all three campus locations: Edwardsville, East St. Louis, and Alton.

Salary: Salary is a negotiated rate.Typical Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Successfully completed at least two (2) years of employment as a full-time sworn and certified law enforcement officer; and
• Either possess certification from the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board (ILETSB) and satisfy the requirements established by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board, or, be eligible to be certified by ILETSB;
• The applicant must not have been suspended for disciplinary reasons by the current or most recent employer;
• The applicant cannot have a break in law enforcement officer (LEO) service of more than three (3) years at the time of their previous employment;
• The applicant must pass a background investigation which may include features such as fingerprinting, police records checks, credit checks, and inquiries of neighbors, relatives, and employers.
• The applicant must successfully complete a screening such as a polygraph, psychological evaluation, medical examination, and drug screen as required by the hiring department.
• Any applicant hired must serve a probationary period of 12 months.

Supplemental Information

Statement on Diversity: SIUE is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive and diverse workforce. We firmly believe in providing equal access and opportunity to individuals across all job titles. We will not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, national origin, ethnicity, color, religion, disability, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation or veteran's status.

SIUE cultivates an atmosphere of inclusivity, respect, and warmth that fosters learning and collaboration. Each member of our university community bears the responsibility of actively contributing to this enriching campus environment. We encourage individuals who are dedicated to upholding these values to apply.

To learn more about SIUE's Mission and statement on diversity, please visit:

Accommodation: If you are unable to utilize our online application and need to request an accommodation, please reach out to us at or via email at

Pre-Employment Screening: All external candidates who receive a job offer will be required to undergo pre-employment screening for this position. The screening process will encompass a criminal background check and, where applicable, other background checks, a drug screen, verification of employment and education or licensure/certification, reference checks, and/or checks with relevant government registries. Please note that all job offers are contingent upon successful completion of the required screening process.

Illinois Residency Requirement: Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System, candidates must be an Illinois resident.

Tips for Completing a Civil Service Application:

• To qualify for the role, ensure that your Civil Service application includes a complete and detailed employment history, highlighting your experience.
• We encourage you to submit a cover letter and resume to provide additional context and showcase your qualifications.
• Upload all your transcripts (official or unofficial) to meet education requirements. If the job description specifies a minimum number of college hours, transcripts are mandatory for successful processing of your application.
• If required for the position, provide transcripts or other documentation of credentials no later than the first day of employment.
• Veterans who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application, unless the same proof has already been submitted in a previous application. The required proof of eligibility includes, at a minimum, a copy of the veteran's DD214/DD215 form (Department of Defense), NGB22 form (National Guard), or Discharge Orders or DD256 Discharge Certificate (Reserves). For help in determining the appropriate proof of eligibility to submit, please refer to the recommended Guide for Veteran Document Verification. This guide is designed to assist applicants and University System employers with the verification process. You can find it at this link: Guide for Veteran Document Verification. (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader)
• For more information on Civil Service classifications, please visit the SUCSS web site at

About Civil Service Examinations/Testing: The Civil Service examination for this classification is based on your application materials and responses to the supplemental questions. No participation other than submission of applicant materials is required from applicants that qualify to take the exam. If you meet the minimum required qualifications for this position, you will receive a score calculated based on your education and experience, and your name will be placed on the active employment register by exam score. This score will be emailed to the email address noted on your application. After the application deadline, the names within the top three scores will be referred to the department for interview. The active register for this classification will be voided when the position is filled.

We value your interest and look forward to reviewing your application. For questions or more information, email

Agency: Southern Illinois University - Edwardsville

Address: 1040 Rendleman Hall Edwardsville, Illinois, 62026

Website:

Benefits:

SIUE offers an exceptional array of benefits to all full-time and part-time employees (50% or more receive benefits accrued at the percentage of appointment) including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance;
• University tuition waivers (full-time receive 100% waiver of tuition)
• Life insurance;
• SURS retirement plan;
• Supplemental retirement savings plans;
• Paid vacation and sick leave accrual;
• Generous holiday schedule/paid holidays;
• WorkLife programs;
• Employee Assistance Program (mental health and wellness);
• Employee discounts (local and national retailers);
• Flexible Spending Account Program;

For more about our benefits and employee services, visit:

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02Do you possess the necessary experience as stated in the Required Qualifications?

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