Duties:
- Enforce laws and ordinances to maintain public safety and order
- Patrol assigned areas to prevent and detect criminal activity
- Respond to emergency calls and provide assistance as needed
- Conduct investigations, gather evidence, and make arrests when necessary
- Write detailed reports documenting incidents and actions taken
- Provide traffic control and enforce traffic laws
- Assist with crowd control during public events or demonstrations
- Serve warrants and subpoenas
- Conduct interviews and interrogations of suspects, witnesses, and victims
Qualifications:
- Must be 21 years of age
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Ability to remain calm and make quick decisions in high-pressure situations
- Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
- Physical fitness and the ability to meet the physical demands of the job
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
Applications can be picked up at the Farmington Police Dept or sent to applicants by email or fax.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $41,600.00 - $48,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
Experience:
- Military: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Farmington, IL 61531 (Required)
Work Location: In person