Police Officer

Carpentersville Police Department

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Contact Information

Address:

Carpentersville Police Department
1200 L.W. Besinger Drive
Carpentersville, IL 60110

Position Information

Application Deadline:

  • 11/04/24
  • @ 4:00 PM CT

Salary:

  • $75,319 - $115,011 

    Starting: $75,319

    After Seven Years:

    • $109,491 without education incentive
    • $115,011 with education incentive 

    Holiday Pay (annual): $2,166 - $3,176 with education incentive; $2,066 - $3,024 without education incentive

    Sick Incentive (annual): $600

    Longevity: $50/year of service capped at 20 years

    Benefits Information:

    • Vacation Time Off
    • Personal Time Off
    • Floating Birthday Time Off
    • Compensation Time Off
    • Holiday Pay
    • Sick Leave Accruals
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • 457B Retirement Savings Plan
    • Health Savings Plan
    • Pension Plan
    • Uniform Allowance

    Specialty Assignments (achievable after two years of service):

    • Detective
    • Special Operations Group
    • FBI Task Force
    • Homeland Security Task Force
    • Warrant Service Team
    • K9 Handler
    • SWAT
    • Firearms Instructor
    • Mobile Field Force
    • Drone Operator
    • Major Accident / Crimes Investigation Task Force
    • Field Training Officer
    • Honor Guard
    • School Resource Officer
    • Evidence Technician

Sworn:

  • 62

Population:

  • 38,921

Position Details

Candidate Contact Person:

Kevin Stankowitz, Deputy Chief

224-293-1674

kstankowitz@cville.org

Department Overview:

The Carpentersville Police Department provides competitive pay and benefits compared to similar-sized police departments. We have numerous growth and advancement opportunities, which are available after only two years of service.

City/County/Area Information:

Carpentersville, IL Located in Kane County

Job Requirements:

  • Age: 21
  • US Citizen: Yes, or DACA
  • High School Grad/GED: Yes 
  • Valid State Driver’s License: Yes. Within six months after employment
  • Ability to Read/Speak English: Yes
  • Vision: Possess 20/40 corrected vision and free of colorblindness
  • College: No.  However, persons who have successfully obtained an Associate's Degree in law enforcement or criminal justice - OR - a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university are eligible for 5 preference points and a 5% increase in pay. Copy of unofficial transcripts must be submitted (upon request) to qualify.
  • Academy Certification: Within six months of the date of initial employment
  • Prior Experience: No
  • Necessary Certifications: Valid state-issued driver's license
  • Authorized under federal law to obtain, carry, purchase, or otherwise possess a firearm
  • Additional Requirements:
    • Resident of the State of Illinois;
    • No felony convictions (Note: a misdemeanor or serious traffic offense may also disqualify applicants from further consideration);
    • Must be UNDER 35 years of age, subject to the age exception provisions of 65 ILCS 5/10- 2.1-6(d). To qualify for the age exception applicable to an applicant already employed as a police officer, the applicant must have been so employed, continuously and on a full-time basis, for the 365 days immediately before the date of application;
    • Must reside within 35 miles of the Village of Carpentersville village limits within one year of being hired;
    • Must pass the State standard P.O.W.E.R. Test by the final eligibility list posting date.

Hiring Process:

  • Completion and submission of an application.
  • Completion and submission of the National Testing Network written examination (a passing score of 75% required).
  • Oral interview(s)
  • Background investigation
  • Polygraph examination
  • Candidates receiving a conditional job offer will be required to pass a psychological examination, medical examination, and drug screening

Preference Points:

A maximum of (5) preference points will be awarded as determined by the Village of Carpentersville for any one of the following:

  • Education: Persons who have successfully obtained an Associate's Degree in law enforcement or criminal justice - OR - a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university. Copy of unofficial transcripts must be submitted with the application to qualify (5 points).
  • Experience: Persons who have been awarded a certificate of successful completion of the Minimum Standards Basic Law Enforcement Training Course (Certified Illinois Police Officer) and are currently employed as a law enforcement officer part-time or full-time within the State of Illinois. A copy of the state-issued certification must be submitted with the application to qualify (5 points).
  • Military: Persons who were engaged in the military or naval service of the United States for at least one year and were honorably discharged, - OR -  who are now, or may hereafter be, on inactive or reserve duty in such military or naval service. A copy of Form DD-214 or equivalent proof of current military service must be submitted with the application to qualify (5 points).  
  • Community Service Officer:  Persons currently employed as a community service officer for the Village of Carpentersville have been in that position continuously for at least one year (3 points).

To Apply:

https://www.cville.org/581/Police-Employment



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