Police Sergeant INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY (CS27-033)

Police Sergeant INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY (CS27-033)

To build on a strong foundation of achievement and contribute to the realization of its ambitious institutional goals Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Police Sergeant INTERNAL CANDIDATES ONLY (CS27-033). As a premier metropolitan university SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Why SIUE

Employing more than 2400 faculty and staff members SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $1.3 billion annual economic impact on the region. Each year the Universitys presence generates almost 9000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

What You Will Do

• Perform supervisory police work which involves supervising and assisting in the management of police patrol criminal investigations general daily supervisory duties training disciplining and evaluating subordinates and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
• This position assumes complete charge in the absence of a superior officer.

FLSA: Exempt

Please include cover letter and resume.

High school graduation or equivalent.
Possession of a valid drivers license.
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.
Eligibility for bonding if required by the employing institution
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.)
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.)

ADDITIONAL CREDENTIALS TO BE VERIFIED BY PLACEMENT OFFICER

Associates degree (or 60 semester credit hours) granted by an accredited institution of higher education preferably in police science law enforcement or other police or law curriculum.
Two (2) years (24 months) of full-time experience as a police officer with a federal state county college or university municipal or public institutional police organization having a recognized merit system.

NOTE: Persons who have not successfully completed the mandated firearm training course as approved and recognized by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training & Standards Board must complete the course during their probationary period. Police officers are not authorized to carry a service weapon until successfully completing such training.

NOTE: Educational credit given only for coursework taken at a college/university accredited by one of the following associations:
Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools
North Central Association of Colleges and Schools
New England Association of Schools and Colleges
Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools
Western Association of Schools and Colleges

NOTE: Upon an employees request a waiver of educational requirements for supervisory positions can be submitted and considered for current police officers originally and continuously employed by the state university system prior to June 1 2010.

Preferred Qualifications

A. Considerable knowledge of Illinois criminal statutes Illinois vehicle code local ordinances University and Department rules regulations and directives civil law particularly as related to police patrol operations and the ability to enforce them with tact;
B. Considerable knowledge of University community;
C. Considerable knowledge of present law enforcement principles practices and procedures;
D. Considerable knowledge in regards to recent developments current literaturenew laws and rulings regarding police methods and techniques particularly as related to police patrol operations;
E. Ability to understand carry out and issue written and verbal instructions;
F. Ability to effectively communicate mentally and physically react quickly be rational and calm during normal stressful and emergency situations;
G. Ability to gather information and prepare clear comprehensive and accurate reports;
H. Ability to effectively evaluate subordinates and provide detailed feedback and reports;
I. Ability to lead subordinates command their respect and discipline as needed.

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Illinois Residency Requirement:Pursuant to the State Universities Civil Service System out-of-state candidates must establish Illinois residency within 180 calendar days of the start date for this position.

Illinois residency requires proof of a valid Illinois Drivers License or state of Illinois ID Card. Failure to produce the required documentation within 180 calendar days is grounds for immediate separation.

Classification:State Universities Civil Service System Classification Number:3081 SUCSS Classification Title. For more information on Civil Service classifications please visit the State Universities Civil Service System website at: who qualify for preference must provide proof of eligibility within ten (10) working days of submitting an application. The required proof of eligibility includes at a minimum a copy of the veterans 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 theGuide for Veteran Document Verification.

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 such as 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.

Work Authorization Information:

Visa Sponsorship & F-1/J-1 Visas
SIUE will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States and visa sponsorship for this position will not be provided.

International students at SIUE on F-1 or J-1 visas are not eligible for full-time or part-time civil service positions with permanent status.

E-Verify

SIUE is not currently enrolled in or participating in the U.S. Department of Homeland Securitys E-Verify program.

SIUE does not use E-Verify to electronically confirm the employment eligibility of newly hired employees through the Social Security Administration and the Department of Homeland Security databases. Therefore the University cannot legally employ individuals who are on OPT STEM Extension as we cannot provide an E-Verify case number participation confirmation or related documentation.

SIUE complies with all applicable federal employment eligibility verification requirements including completion and maintenance of Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification for all employees as required under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA).

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EEO Statement

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville is an equal opportunity employer and thus prohibits discrimination against employees applicants for employment and students on the basis of age color disability marital status national origin race religion sex sexual orientation or veterans status.

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