What are the responsibilities and job description for the POLICE RECRUIT EXAMINATION CYCLE - JANUARY 2025 position at City of Peoria, IL?
- Applications are required for each vacancy. Resumes may be attached but will not be accepted in lieu of applications. The application must be signed, dated, completely filled in and returned to the Human Resources Department by the filing date indicated on the Vacancy Announcement. All information submitted is subject to verification.
- The City only accepts applications for posted positions.
- If selected, City residency must be established within one year of hire (or within the timeframe outlined in bargaining unit contract, if applicable). Residency must be maintained for the duration of employment. Applicants need not be current residents of the City of Peoria to be considered.
- After an offer of employment but prior to hire, all applicants must complete a medical examination including a drug screen.
- All new hires will be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
- A summary of employment benefits may be obtained by contacting the City’s Human Resources Department.
- The City’s Administrative Action Plan for Fair Practices is available for inspection by contacting the City’s Equal Opportunity Office, City Hall, Room 303 or by calling (309) 494-8594.
- Applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the selection process may notify the Human Resources Department of such request.
The City of Peoria is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Description
1. Photocopy of Driver's License.
The City of Peoria offers full testing services for the position of Police Recruit through National Testing Network (NTN). To register with NTN and schedule a test, go to www.nationaltesting network.com, select 'Find Jobs', then select (Law Enforcement) jobs and sign up for the City of Peoria.
When you visit the www.nationaltestingnetwork.com website:
Please apply via our online application system at https://il-peoria.civicplus.com/521/Employment-Opportunities. You can attach these documents to your application, or send them to Debra Bush by email: dbush@peoriagov.org or fax: 309-494-8587; or mail to 419 Fulton Street, Room 202, Peoria, IL 61602. Call 309-494-8578 with any questions.
Examples of Duties
POLICE RECRUIT EXAM SCHEDULE
- APPLICATION DEADLINE – Friday, August 2, 2024, 5:00 p.m.
All required documents (Photocopy of Driver's License, Birth Certificate and High School Diploma or High School Transcript or GED Certificate) must accompany application and be received or postmarked by this date. No late applications will be accepted.
2. ORIENTATION (Not Mandatory) – The same information will be presented in each orientation. In addition to the general orientation, there will be discussions on interview preparation and techniques on how to interview with the Police Department and Fire and Police Commission.
Wednesday, August 7, 2024, 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Police Department, 600 SW Adams Street, Community Training Room, Peoria, IL 61602
OR
Saturday, August 10, 2024, 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Police Department, 600 SW Adams Street, Community Training Room, Peoria, IL 61602
3. WRITTEN EXAM (Mandatory) (Held in person at the site listed below.) – This testing period there will be three (3) days offered to take the
written examination in person. You can only attend one examination date of your choice. You must contact the National Testing Network (NTN) by
visiting the www.nationaltestingnetwork.com website to schedule your test. You must also complete the Public Safety Self Assessment. NO ONE ADMITTED AFTER 6:00 pm or 8:00 am (NO EXCEPTIONS)
Thursday, August 22, 2024, at 8:00 a.m.
(Test begins promptly at 8:00 a.m.)
OR
Thursday, August 22, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.
(Test begins promptly at 6:00 p.m.)
OR
Saturday, August 24, 2024, at 8:00 a.m.
(Test begins promptly at 8:00 a.m.)
You can also take the written examination online as shown below:
The City of Peoria offers full testing services for the position of Police Recruit through National Testing Network (NTN). To register with NTN and schedule a test, go to www.nationaltesting network.com, select 'Find Jobs', then select (Law Enforcement) job and sign up for the City of Peoria.
When you visit the www.nationaltestingnetwork.com website:
To prepare for the POWER Test, please contact our Physical Fitness Team!!! Call Sergeant Ryan Winkle, 309-303-9064 or Officer Chris Collins at 309-573-7830 for more information. This is a great opportunity to get ready to pass the POWER Test!
The POWER Tests are shown below:
Thursday, August 8, 2024 - 1:00 p.m.
Police Department, 600 SW Adams Street, Peoria, IL 61602 and RiverPlex, 600 NE Water Street, Peoria, IL 61602
Saturday, August 24, 2024 - 2:00 p.m.
Police Department, 600 SW Adams Street, Peoria, IL 61602 and RiverPlex, 600 NE Water Street, Peoria, IL 61602
Also, the Police Department will be offering the opportunity to participate in Mock Interviews after the written examination. This is not mandatory, but would be a great opportunity to practice your interviewing skills. They will be scheduled the week of September 2, 2024. More details to follow.
Minimum Qualifications
Age: Must be 21 years of age by date of the last written exam (08/24/2024); or 20 years of age for applicants who have successfully completed 2 years of law enforcement studies at an accredited college or university. By State Statute, you cannot have attained age 35 when the application is submitted. (Exceptions made for individuals with prior municipal police experience. Contact the Human Resources Department for additional information).
Education: Graduation from high school or GED equivalent minimum to apply; Applicants with an associate degree or credit hours towards a bachelor’s degree is a plus.
Military: A Veteran shall be allowed to exceed the maximum age provision by the number of years served on active military duty, but by no more than 10 years of active military duty. (45 years old) You would need to submit a Form DD214.
Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen or qualified Alien.
Driver's License: Must possess a valid driver's license.
Vision: Applicants must meet minimum standards for vision and hearing. Applicants who wear glasses or contact lenses must meet minimum standards of visual acuity. Vision with corrective (glasses or contact lenses) lenses should not be less than 20/20 in the better eye, 20/40 in the worst eye, and 20/20 with both eyes open. Uncorrected (no glasses or contact lenses) vision is 20/40 and should not be 20/200 or worse with either eye.
Residency: Applicants need not be City residents to apply. When hired, employee shall establish and maintain their principal place of residence within a twenty (20) mile radius of the Peoria Police Department and shall not be subject to any forfeiture of the annual base salary.
Physical Requirements: Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position and pass the physical ability exam. Candidates who are hired must pass the physical fitness entrance requirement of the Police Training Institute (Peace Officer Wellness Evaluation Report) P.O.W.E.R. Test.
Supplemental Information
Applicants who meet all the minimum eligibility requirements and who pass the written examination and POWER test will have their names placed in the Police
Recruit Eligibility Pool, in alphabetical order and will be eligible for hire until the pool expires. Candidates who are being considered for hire will also be required
to participate in a combined interview with department and the Fire and Police Commission. After the oral interview score, the candidate may have added to
the composite score five (5) points if they have established residence in the City of Peoria. This is a rank ordered list of candidates to be hired as positions become
available. When this list is exhausted, interviews will be conducted again by the department and the Fire and Police Commission, and another hire eligibility list will be
made. When the applicants are given an offer of employment, they will then be required to pass the POWER Test, polygraph examination, psychological evaluation, a
medical examination including a drug screen and an extensive background investigation. The offer of employment is conditional upon passing all of the required testing
and will be withdrawn if you fail a test.
Once you are in the pool, you must send in, if applicable, a copy of your college diploma and/or transcripts and any other certificates, letters, etc., you want to submit to show your qualifications. Also, send in a photocopy of your DD214 Form - If you are a veteran or are currently serving in the U.S. Military. If you are a current Officer, send in your Law Enforcement training certificate.
APPLICATIONS FROM CURRENT CITY EMPLOYEES AND FROM THE GENERAL PUBLIC WILL BE ACCEPTED BY MAIL TO THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, CITY HALL, 419 FULTON STREET, ROOM 202, PEORIA, IL 61602 UNTIL THE DEADLINE DATE OF AUGUST 2, 2024. ONLINE APPLICATION: http://www.peoriagov.org/internal-applicatons/; FAX# (309) 494-8587, PHONE# (309) 494-8578, E-MAIL: dbush@peoriagov.org. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY / AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.
Disability: 50% of salary - Employer Contribution: City pays all remaining costs
1 to 5 years of service - 2 Weeks Paid Vacation
1 to 5 years of Service - 4 days per year
5 to 10 Years of Service - 2% of Base Pay
15 to 20 Years of Service - 6% of Base Pay
20 to 25 Years of Service - 8% of Base Pay
LOW DEDUCTIBLE PPO PLAN
Member Only $49.62per pay
Member Partner $169.33/per pay
Member Child(ren) $133.98/per pay
Member Family $233.84/per pay
HIGH DEDUCTIBLE PPO PLAN
Member Partner $84.67/per pay
Member Child(ren) $66.99/per pay
Member Family $116.92/per pay
LIFE INSURANCE:
$15,000 Group Term Life Insurance - No Cost to Employee
$15,000 Accidental Death & Dismemberment - No Cost
$100,000 State Life Insurance - If Killed in Line of Duty
$100,000 Federal Life Insurance - If Killed in Line of Duty
$9,000 Funeral Expense - If Killed in Line of Duty
Salary : $65,945 - $67,594
