Campus Police Officer Trainee

Description Summary

Campus Police Officer Trainee is a non-sworn officer position intended to prepare individuals to become sworn police officers. This position, under direct or general supervision, performs a variety of non-sworn law enforcement duties and attends a formalized education program in preparation for employment as police officer. The Campus Police Officer Trainee accomplishes the mission of the College and Campus Police Department through their presence and the use of enforcement of Federal, State, and Municipal laws as necessary.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Monitors environment and crime conditions of the campus through the use of random patrol methods.
• Responds to incidents either assigned or observed as required.
• Uses hand signals to direct traffic as necessary around accidents, objects in road, or at intersections when traffic signals are not working.
• Prepares written communications in English and completes standardized forms.
• Develops and maintains working relationships with coworkers, students, faculty, staff and other stakeholders and constituents internal/external to the College community.
• Uses tact and diplomacy to effectively handle requests, suggestions, and complaints internal or external to College.
• Identifies or assists in identifying alternative solutions to problems or situations, implementing decisions in accordance with prescribed and effective policies and procedures and with a minimum of errors.
• Collects evidence, writes preliminary reports on each case after initial investigation; prepares supplemental reports as necessary.
• Complies with Department rules, regulations, and policies and all Federal, State, and Municipal laws that govern the activities of Police Officers.
• Interacts with the public with courtesy and tact.
• Exercises self-control and good judgement in emergency/hazardous situations.
• Uses appropriate safety principles and techniques.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• All duties as assigned by commanding officers.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent. At least 21 years old. Possess a valid IL driver’s license. Must pass all background investigations. Must be able to successfully pass all examinations mandated by State Law to receive certification as a Peace Officer. Ability to obtain an IL FOID card. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty and staff, fellow employees, the public, and other law enforcement agencies. Ability to utilize computer equipment and sufficient keyboard skills to be proficient in report writing. Project confidence, self-assurance, and certainty to the public. Ability to project a neat, professional appearance to the public. Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing. Emotional stability and the ability to cope with stressful situations and confront hostile persons.

Must be able to demonstrate the Morton College core values of compassion, equity, accountability, innovation, and excellence

Preferred Qualifications

Associate’s degree in criminal justice or related field. Bilingual in Spanish and English. Must be able to work independently and in a team environment.