Lateral Police Officer

City of Sycamore

Contact Information

Address:

Website:

• www.cityofsycamore.com

Phone:

• 815-895-0786

Email:

• vstjames@cityofsycamore.com

Application Deadline:

• 02/22/23

Salary:

• Starting: $63,360 - $83,557

  Lateral officers begin at the Step commensurate with prior years of full-time law enforcement experience, up to Step 5. All officers advance to the next step on May 1 of each year. 

  Benefits:

  • Excellent Health, Dental, Prescription, and Life Insurance
  • Downstate Police Pension Fund
  • Deferred Compensation Plans available
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Firearm and ballistic vest provided
  • Education Incentives ($1,200 - $2,400)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Bereavement Leave
  • Career Service Bonus ($300- $1,800)
  • Firearm Certification ($3,000)

Sworn:

• 32

Population:

• 18,800

Position Details

The Sycamore Police Department receives tremendous support from our residents, the City Council, and the City Administration.  We enjoy excellent relationships with all area law enforcement partners and the State's Attorney's Office.  Professional experienced police officers looking to work in a team environment, with excellent equipment, many training opportunities, and to also be welcomed by our citizens are encouraged to apply or contact us regarding current opportunities!

Requirements:

• Employed by a State of Illinois enforcement agency as a FT police officer for at least 2 years.
• Employed within the last 12 months as a FT police officer in Illinois.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Must establish residency within 20 miles of 100 North Main, Sycamore within 12 months of the conclusion of probation.
• Any other requirements as outlined in the Sycamore Police and Fire Commission Rules. 

Application Process:

The application form is available in:

Human Resources Office

Sycamore Center

308 W. State Street

AND

Police Department

535 DeKalb Avenue

8:00 AM to 4:30 PM

Monday – Friday

It can also be found on the City’s website at:

www.cityofsycamore.com

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