University of Illinois Chicago Looking for Police Officer – Lateral Transfer Sworn Police Officers Only at Chicago, IL  Full Time

Police Officer – Lateral Transfer Sworn Police Officers Only

Hiring Department: University Police Department

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1015908

Posting Close Date: 1/13/2022

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of

UIC is currently accepting applications only from current Illinois Sworn Police Officers to be considered for the role of Police Officer with our University Police Department.

Our Police Officer role is responsible for the safeguard of lives and property by enforcing applicable laws and regulations and promoting good university/community relations. They work under general supervision of higher-level personnel.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Respond to routine and emergency request from the university community including but not limited to; enforcement of laws and ordinances, conflict resolution, traffic control and investigation, security of buildings and grounds, fire calls and injured person calls.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
• Patrols assigned post, investigate incidents and make arrest on view or on warrant violations.
• Conducts preliminary investigations, as required and submits reports to supervisors’ infractions of rules and regulations of the university, State laws, and city and county ordinances.
• Investigates and reports obstructions in streets and sidewalks, holes, leaking or faulty utility services, or other unusual conditions that might endanger the public safety.
• Directs vehicle and pedestrian traffic and enforces parking and traffic rules and regulations.
• Assist local police agencies during emergencies.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

1. High school graduation or equivalent
2. Possession of a valid driver’s license
3. No record of conviction of a felony or misdemeanors as identified in the Illinois Police Training Act (50 ILCS 705 et seq.), or a crime involving moral turpitude
4. Eligibility for bonding, if required by the employing institution
5. Successful completion of the Basic Law Enforcement Officers’ Training course as prescribed by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training & Standards Board, if required by the employing institution. All recruit law enforcement officers who successfully complete this course after September 1, 1984 are required to successfully pass the Law Enforcement Officers’ Certification Examination. (Applicants lacking such training at time of appointment will be required to complete such requirement during, and as a part of, their probationary period of employment in this class.)
6. At least 21 years of age upon employment. (This requirement may be further defined by local recruitment, examination, and employment policies, provided age requirements have been met with regard to all other applicable state and federal regulations in this respect.)

Eligibility Requirements for an IL Sworn Police Officer Lateral Transfer include the following:

1. Two (2) years of employment as a full time sworn and certified law enforcement officer

2. A. Certification from the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board (ILETSB)

OR be Eligible for Certification by ILETSB

AND

B. Satisfy the Requirements Established by the ILETSB

3. Applicant must not have been suspended for disciplinary reasons by their current or most recent employer

Preferred Qualifications:

• Integrity (Being honest and ethical.)
• Well versed in the provisions of the Illinois Criminal Code and procedure of this state.
• Knowledge of communication skills, verbal and written to interact effectively with people from various races, religions, and social standings.
• Decision making and problem solving (Ability to analyze and evaluate information to choose the most appropriate solutions.)
• Conflict management (Ability to handle, settle and resolve complaints, disputes and conflicts.)
• Vehicle Operation (Ability to operate a vehicle in a safe manner in stressful and emergency situations.)
• Knowledge of minimum physical requirements the PO must possess.
• Aware of the role that PO plays in campus security and in support of the accomplishment of university goals and objectives.

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online
application including adding your full work history with specific details of
your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete
the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You
may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and
diplomas within the application.

Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees.