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University of Chicago lists this Police Officer III, Certified opportunity in chicago, Illinois. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
University Of Chicago Police OfficerProvides aid and safeguards to all members of the University community, students, faculty, and staff working and living in the area. Performs routine vehicular, bicycle and foot patrols; investigates criminal activity; enforces traffic and parking regulations; conducts a variety of crime prevention activities to protect life and property; prevents disorder; apprehends and assists in the prosecution of criminals; responds to emergencies, and enforces laws and ordinances. Serves as a resource and trains non-certified and less experienced Police Officers.Responsibilities include safely operating department equipment on patrol; making periodic interior and exterior premise checks of University grounds to determine existence of unusual or hazardous conditions; taking appropriate action when such condition is detected; assisting with investigations of suspicious persons, places or things; and assisting Certified Police Officers to respond when observing a situation requiring police action and/or request assignment of other Certified Police Officers. Other responsibilities include obeying lawful orders of superiors; performing appropriate tasks and duties assigned by supervisor or shift; preparing clear, accurate, and complete reports and documenting activities both verbally and in writing; and attending and successfully completing assigned continuing education and training programs, and qualifying with lethal and non-lethal weapons as required by department procedures and/or needs.Competencies include properly operating and maintaining tools and equipment related to law enforcement required; working knowledge of Illinois Criminal Statutes, Illinois vehicle code, local ordinances, University rules and regulations, and civil law related to police work required; and effectively communicating verbally and in writing required.Education, experience, or certifications required include a Bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college; certified as a full-time Illinois Law Enforcement Officer; successful completion of the Basic Law Enforcement Officers' Training course as prescribed by the Illinois Law; successful completion of the University of Chicago in-house training; pass background investigation, medical examinations, psychological test, drug screens and physical fitness tests; valid driver's license that grants reciprocity in the State of Illinois or be eligible to obtain one and do so within 60 days of appointment required and three years of driving experience required; and First Aid and CPR certifications required.
Worksite address
chicago, IL, 60601, US
Who can apply
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