Police Officer (Part Time)

Company: Black Hawk College
Location: Moline
Posted on: March 14, 2020

Job Description:

Police Officer(Part Time)Salary: $17.55 HourlyJob Type: Part-Time StaffLocation:Quad Cities Campus - Moline, ILGeneral Information & ResponsibilitiesREPORTS TO:Chief of Police and superior officersTYPE OF SUPERVISION GIVEN TO OTHERS:Indirect supervision of junior officers as directed.GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:The Police Officer, under the supervision of a superior officer, shall be a conservator of the peace. The Police Officer shall be specifically charged with the protection of Black Hawk College and its personnel, students, visitors, properties, and interests from criminal acts, fire hazards, and safety concerns. In addition to enforcing the laws of the State of Illinois, the Police Officer will also enforce the pertinent laws of the College district and/or the city where the College owns or controls property, and the ordinances and regulations of the College.Description of All DutiesDESCRIPTION OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES:a. Maintains order on College property and at College functions.b. Conducts frequent but irregular patrols of the College to prevent and detect crimes and eliminate hazards, and identifies, investigates, and reports issues that impact the safety of the institution including those conditions and situations that impact the College's risk management function.c. Responsible for identifying risks relating to crimes and/or suspicious activity/person on campus.d. Responsible for selection, implementation, and monitoring of processes, systems, or decisions relating to crimes and/or suspicious activity/persons on campus.e. Takes appropriate action in dealing with violators of the law, ordinances and rules of the College.f. Renders assistance and information to members of the College community.g. Enforces traffic and parking regulations, and directs traffic and the preliminary investigation of traffic accidents on College property.h. Responsible for preliminary criminal investigations as required.i. Prepares and submits written reports on all aspects of the job.j. Responsible for inspections to ensure compliance with State and local fire regulations, and functionality of the College's fire detention and suppression systems.k. Responds to and takes control of emergencies in an effort to protect lives and property.l. Responds to fire calls on campus and is responsible for the use of College issued fire equipment in attempting to control fires.m. Obtains the assistance of the fire department and directs them to the fire as required.n. Provides assistance to local, county, state, and federal police and fire departments as required.o. Controls and cares for all College-issued Police equipment.p. Responds to medical emergencies, and renders first aid that is in keeping with training and experience.q. Maintains satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record.DESCRIPTION OF OTHER DUTIES:a. Serves as a Campus Security Authority.b. Performs other job related duties as assigned.OVERALL ACCOUNTABILITIES:a. Demonstrates Black Hawk College core values.b. Accuracy of work.c. Ability to work cooperatively with others.d. Ability to communicate in a professional, pleasant, and clear manner.e. Maintain up-to-date working knowledge of applicable codes, laws, regulations, etc.f. Ability to effectively utilize job related computer applications, software, etc.PRINCIPAL WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:a. Works directly with the Chief and all other superior officers, junior officers, and police staff.b. Works cooperatively with College employees, students, visitors, and a diverse public.c. Works cooperatively with local, county, state, and federal police and fire agencies.Education & Experience(To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.)a. High School diploma or recognized equivalent required. Associate's degree in Law Enforcement or Criminal Justice (or related field) preferred.b. Certification as a Peace Officer from the Illinois Police Training and Standards Board required.c. Two years experience as a sworn law enforcement official preferred.d. Must be at least twenty-one years of age.e. Valid driver's license required.f. Must be willing to submit to and pass a background investigation and have no felony convictions.g. Must be willing to attend and pass training as required by the department.h. Must be in good physical condition. A physical exam may be required.i. Must be able to read and understand the criminal code.j. Must be bondable.k. Must be able to write in a clear and accurate manner.l. Must be able to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principle functions of the described job; it is not an all-encompassing statement of all the work requirements that may be necessary to perform the job.Supplemental InformationPOSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED. REVIEW OF QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS WILL BEGIN IMMEDIATELY.Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and varying shifts (1st, 2nd, and/or 3rd). 27 hours per week or less.Starting pay is $17.55 per hour.Benefits for part-time officers include personal time, sick leave, holiday pay, and more.Black Hawk College does not sponsor employment visas.BENEFITSWhile you contribute your talent and enthusiasm to BHC, as an eligible employee you will have access to outstanding health benefits, ample time off, a pension plan, educational opportunities, and much more.Core Benefits for Regular, Part-Time Staff Employees (Employed 20 or more hours per week)Tuition WaiverEmployee Assistance ProgramFlexible Spending Account / Dependent Care AccountPaid HolidaysFree use of fitness centerSick LeaveRetirement Pension PlansState University Retirement System of Illinois (SURS): Employees working in a regular and continuous position or one in which services are expected to be rendered on a continuous basis for at least four months or one academic term, whichever is less, may be eligible to enroll in SURS. To learn more about SURS, visit www.SURS.org.Optional 403b Tax-Deferred Investment Program: Employees may set up a 403b plan through Edward Jones Investments / Mass Mutual.Black Hawk College

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