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Department of Human Resources

Website: www.cityofevanston.org    

Salary: $58,808 - $74,759 

Population: 74,239

Sworn Officers: 175    

Application Deadline: 9/24/08

Become a member of a progressive, community-oriented, problem-solving Police Department. The Evanston Police Department is an internationally accredited law enforcement agency. We are actively recruiting women and men for the position of Police Officer.

Police Officer

City Of Evanston

$55,808/year to $74,759/year (salaries subject to increase)

To Apply, You Must Be:       

• Between 21 and 35 years old or as provided by current Illinois State Law • A citizen of the United States • A high school graduate with an Associates Degree or 60 semester hours of college credit • A licensed driver • Note: There is no residency requirement 

If You Meet These Qualifications:

Pick up an application and information packet at the Department of Human Resources, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM, or download the application from our website at www.cityofevanston.org. 

Submit the Completed Application no later than September 24, 2008, IN PERSON to: City of Evanston, Department of Human Resources, 2100 Ridge Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201. 

Description of Duties and Responsibilities:

Works actively with all segments of the community and other City and social agencies to identify problems and develop cooperative and coordinated strategies to deal with crime and crime-related problems. Initiates activities to build positive partnership with neighborhood, civic, and other community agencies. Conducts high visibility patrols, either on foot or in a vehicle, in order to prevent crime or disturbance of the peace, to control traffic, and to maintain order. Participates in prevention strategies throughout the community, conducts preliminary investigations, and makes arrests.

Tutorial and POWER Test

The Tutorial (optional) and POWER Test (qualifying) will be held on Saturday, September 27, 2008, at Evanston Township High School, 1600 Dodge Avenue, Evanston, IL, starting at 8:00 AM.  Those attending the Tutorial will go to the Bacon Cafeteria and take the POWER Test after the Tutorial session.  Those who do not wish to participate in the Tutorial will proceed to the Weight/Fitness Room to begin the POWER Test.

The Examination:

To become an Evanston Police Officer, you must successfully complete the following:

• Police Officer Wellness Examination Program (POWER Test) -- Qualifying - Pass/Fail

• Written Examination –Pass/Fail

• Structured Oral Interview -- Qualifying - Pass/Fail

• Polygraph Examination -- Qualifying

• Psychological Examination -- Qualifying

• Civil Service Commission Review -- Qualifying

• Pre-employment Medical Evaluation & Drug/Alcohol Screens

• Two points will be added to your final score if you are eligible for Veteran's Preference. 

The City of Evanston is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from minorities and women.

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