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Salary: $82,414.00 - $106,654.00 Annually
Location : 11 Uptown Circle, Normal, IL 61761, IL
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 264
Department: Police Department
Opening Date: 02/08/2022
Job Description
Candidates must be currently employed and have two or more years of current service with a law enforcment agency to qualify for the lateral hiring program.
The Town of Normal Police Department is seeking experienced Police Officers for accelerated/lateral entry. Candidates who are currently full-time sworn officers of a police department in any municipality, county, university or state law enforcement agency provided they are certified by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training Standards Board and have been with their respective law enforcement agency within the state for at least two (2) years, are eligible to apply.
The Normal Police Department employs a staff of more than 93 employees, 84 of them sworn, whose mission is to provide extraordinary service to the community while protecting life and property of all who live, work and visit here.
In addition to the traditional patrol and investigative functions, the department also has a variety of specialty assignments, such as Emergency Response Unit, Crisis Negotiation Team, Field Training Officers, School Resource Officers, Traffic Safety, Crime Scene and K-9 Officers, to name a few.
Recognizing the diverse needs of the community, the Department provides and encourages a policy of professional and individual excellence, which is enhanced by continuing education and training. Our officers are educated, well-trained professionals dedicated to working in partnership with our citizens to provide a safe place to live, work and conduct business.
The Normal Police Department is an internationally accredited law enforcement agency through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). Accreditation is an ongoing process, which requires the department to meet rigorous standards for best practices in professional policing.
Commitment incentives and commensurate compensation for experience are included for successful applicants. Please see the Benefits Tab for more information.
Duties/Essential Job Functions

• Performs, both self-initiated and directed, community service to include positive pro-active, preventive contacts with the public.
• Patrols a designated area of the Town in a radio-equipped car, on bicycle or by foot, to preserve law and order, to prevent and discover the commission of crime, provide for traffic safety, and enforce motor vehicle laws and parking regulations. Determines DUI status; inspects disabled vehicles and lends assistance to motorist.
• Answers calls and complaints involving fires, automobile accidents, robberies, neighborhood disturbances, including fights, labor disputes, domestic quarrels, and other misdemeanors and felonies. After restoring order, evaluates and determines appropriate law enforcement intervention.
• Secures the scene of crime or accident and administers first aid, conducts preliminary investigation, gathers and protects evidence, obtains witnesses, makes arrest and calls for assistance.
• Is responsible for contributing to the department's overall goals as directed by supervisory staff.
• Assists Town and State's Attorneys in case preparation; reading case background materials, exhibits, etc. Testifies as a witness in court.
• Places person(s) under arrest, apprehending and subduing as necessary, Mirandize, assuring own safety; performs legal search and seizure activities.
• Gathers and prepares detailed automobile accident reports, including interviewing witnesses and taking enforcement action when appropriate.
• Interviews persons with complaints and inquires in attempts to make proper disposition or direct them to proper community service agency. Evaluates information gathered and draws lawful conclusions.
• Provides accurate information on laws and ordinances, and general information to the public.
• Attends periodic training classes related to position in order to keep up to date on procedures, policies and laws. Reads department bulletins, directives, manuals, police journals or text, court decisions etc. to maintain proficiency.
• Performs the required tasks related to assignment in special areas, (e.g. Traffic Division, Crime Prevention, Criminal Investigation Division, and other specialty positions as determined by the Chief of Police).
• Performs special duties such as traffic control, crowd control and vehicle escorts, etc.
• Maintains and demonstrates proficiency in firearms skills by passing the annual firearms qualification necessary to maintain certification by the Illinois State Training Board.
• Prepares clear, concise reports required of the position.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skill and Abilities

• Two or more years of experience with current employer in law enforcement.
• Must have, or be able to obtain and maintain, an Illinois driver's license.
• Possess excellent communications skills, written and oral, including the ability to speak clearly, understandably, and effectively; and, the ability to prepare clear and comprehensive reports with proper grammar and spelling.
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to get people to follow directions, and to inspire confidence in others.
• Possess excellent customer service-oriented skills including the ability to deal courteously, but firmly, with the general public.
• Ability to quickly learn and apply police methods, practices and procedures to specific situations and also to learn and properly apply new methods and ideas.
• Ability to quickly learn and apply the geography of the Town of Normal and the location of important buildings.
• Ability to conduct oneself in a manner above reproach, maintaining a positive image on and off duty.
• Ability to remember names, faces, and details related to cases investigated by the department.
• Be free from personal biases or prejudices, which might interfere with police duties.
• Ability to read, listen, and comprehend police related materials necessary to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to develop skill in the use of firearms and all police equipment necessary to perform job, and to be able to use force in accordance with departmental policy and state and federal law.
• Ability to analyze situations and to adopt quick, effective and reasonable courses of action with due regard to surrounding hazards and circumstances.
• Ability to quickly learn criminal law, motor vehicle law, laws of arrest, search & seizure, and so forth.
• Ability to quickly learn and properly apply new methods, laws and legal decisions, and to use what is learned.
• Possess determination, be dependable and decisive, as well as to possess the ability to follow through.
• Ability to get along with a variety of people, to work well independently and as part of a group or team.
• Possess the physical strength and agility to meet the physical demands of the position of a police officer as indicated by a physical test and/or physical examination.
• Ability to climb obstacles such as fences or walls, by jumping or pulling oneself over, then be able to jump down.
• Ability to use physical strength and ability when encountering resistance in order to subdue and arrest a resisting individual.

Desirable Training and Experience
Minimum requirement is a high school diploma. A Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice, Police Science, or related area is desirable. Experience in meeting and dealing with people under varying circumstances is helpful. Must be able to meet physical and other related requirements set forth by the Town of Normal. Must have, or be able to obtain and maintain, an Illinois driver's license.
The Town of Normal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Town does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. The Town of Normal does not use artificial intelligence to screen applications.
Town of Normal Lateral Hiring Program for Police Officer:
Benefits Summary
Commitment Incentive
Lateral new hires will receive a commitment incentive of $7,500. This incentive is contingent upon a three-year commitment to the Normal Police Department.
Staff who leave prior to the completion of 3 years will be responsible for prorated repayment of the incentive:

• Separation within the first year: $7,500
• Separation between years 1-2: $5,000
• Separation between years 2-3: $2,500

Salary
Qualified candidates will be paid a starting salary commensurate with their years of continuous full-time law enforcement experience with their immediate prior employer, up to step 10 in the following schedule:
Group Health Plan
The Town has a comprehensive self-funded medical plan with UMR Preferred Provider Option (PPO). Employees may choose among two plan design options: a traditional PPO plan with a $500/person and $1000/family deductible or a High Deductible Health Plan with a Health Savings Account (HSA) component.
The Town currently pays the monthly insurance premium for full time employees who participate in the wellness program. The Town may contribute to employee HSAs based on an employee's plan selection. Dependent coverage is available with the Town contributing 50% toward the dependent premium.
Group Dental Plan
The Town has a comprehensive self-funded dental plan that provides payment of 80% of eligible expenses for preventive and 70% of basic & major care. Preventive dental benefits are not subject to the deductible. The Town pays the monthly premium for full time employees. The maximum benefit is $2,000 per person per calendar year and covers orthodontics, 50% up to $2000 per lifetime per covered individual. Dependent coverage is available with the Town contributing 50% toward the premium.
Vision Plan
VSP is the provider of the Town's vision plan. There are two plans for employees to choose from. The plans cover a portion of the cost of exams, contacts, lenses and frames. Refer to for more information about benefits, discounts and doctor listings.
Pension Programs
By state statute, sworn Police Officers and Firefighters are eligible for pension programs administered by independent pension boards.
Deferred Compensation and Roth IRA Plans
The Town offers a voluntary 457 retirement savings plan through Per IRS regulation, employees have the option of contributing a portion of their salary up to a predetermined dollar limit in effect for that year or 100% of gross salary, whichever is less. Town employees also have the option of making Roth IRA contributions through payroll deduction.
Flexible Spending Plan
This is a salary reduction plan in accordance with IRS regulations. Participants selecting pre-tax payment of their dependent health and dental premiums, day care expenses or non-covered medical expenses will have those payroll deductions sheltered from taxable income.
Life Insurance
The Town provides a $30,000 term policy with Accidental Death & Dismemberment coverage to all full time employees. Optional dependent coverage for spouse ($10,000), and children over 6 months ($3,000) is available. The Town also offers a voluntary life insurance program. This is a term life program from The Standard that can be purchased for employee, spouse and dependent children. Evidence of insurability may be required.
Personal Convenience Days
Full time and regular part time employees receive three paid days per fiscal year. New hires receive a pro-rated share of PC time at hire.
Vacation Leave
Full time employees earn vacation monthly based on the following:
40 hour week:
Less than 5 years 6.67 hours per month
5 - 9 years 10.00 hours per month
More than 10 years 13.33 hours per month
Sick Leave
Employees earn sick leave at the rate of one day per month, twelve days per year. Maximum accumulation is 120 days. Employees may use sick leave for personal illness, injury, or doctor's appointments. Employees may also use sick leave for care of a spouse, dependent less than 18 years of age, or parent when their presence is deemed necessary by a healthcare professional.
Education/Training
Employees may be eligible to apply for tuition reimbursement. For pre-approved, job-related classes or courses the Town will pay up to 100% for tuition and books. Some positions may have opportunities to attend conferences, workshops or other on-going professional development.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The Town's EAP provides professional counseling services and specialty referral for employees and dependents. Services include meeting with employees or dependents to determine the proper course of treatment, providing some counseling services free of charge, or referring the client to an appropriate outside counselor. The Town's health plan may pay for a portion of counseling services.
Wellness Program
The Wellness Program includes an annual health risk appraisal screening. The Town also offers a wellness program to all employees covered on the group health insurance. This program provides fun, interactive challenges, in addition to access to personal health coaching, a trainer, and a dietician.
Employee Credit Union
The Town supports the Normal City Employees Federal Credit Union (NCEFCU). NCEFCU provides an alternative institution for personal savings through payroll deductions. Employee/members may be eligible for a signature loan and for collateralized loans.