Job Information

DANVILLE CITY OF
2 E SOUTH STREET
DANVILLE, ILLINOIS 61832
217-431-2866

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Updated: December 09, 2024

The City Of Danville is currently building an Eligibility List for Probationary Police Officer position. You may submit an application directly through the job posting.

Position Title: Entry-Level Police Officer

Salary Information:

Starting salary while in training - $64,541
Salary upon successful field training - $72,606
Salary upon successful completion of 18 month (from hire date) probationary period $80,673

Benefit Information:

Competitive Contracts
Health and Dental Insurance
Term Life Insurance
Paid Sick Days (12/year)
Unused Sick Day Accrual up to 180 Days with Buy Back Plans
Up to 30 Days of Vacation
$1200.00 Annual Clothing Allowance
Court Pay
Pension Plan
10 Paid Holidays
Annual Shift Bids
Competitive Longevity Pay
Up to 45 mile residency from Danville city limits

Application/Hiring Questions:

E-Mail - apply@danvillepd.org

Telephone - 217-431-2866

Department Overview: The Danville Police Department is a proactive law enforcement agency supported by its administration, City leaders, Council and community. Danville Police Department seeks service-oriented, team players who strive to improve the quality of life for residents and visitors of Danville. For more information about the department, we encourage you to view this video.

Positions on the Danville Police Department include:

Patrol Division
Criminal Investigations Division
Problem Oriented Policing Unit (P.O.P.)
Community Housing Unit (C.H.U.)
Special Crimes Unit
Drug Task Force
Federal Agency(s) Task Force Officers
Emergency Response Unit (ERU/SWAT)
Firearms Instruction Cadre
Field Training Unit
Critical Incident Unit
Hostage Negotiators
Crime Scene Unit
School Resource Officers
Domestic Violence Officer
Community Liaison Officer
K9 Unit
Defensive Tactics

City/County/Area Information: Danville / Vermilion / IL

Population: 30,000

Job Requirements

Age:
Under 40 years of age, but at least 21 by the start of Basic Law Enforcement Training

Citizenship Required:
Yes

High School Grad / GED:
Yes

Driver's License:
Yes

Ability to Read/Speak English:
Yes

Vision:
20/20 with correction

Application Process / Requirements:

Applicant must have no felony convictions. Applicant with a record of misdemeanor convictions may be disqualified from taking examinations as set forth in 65 ILCS 5/10-1-7(c). 3. Applicant may not be prohibited by any court action and/or state or federal statute from carrying a firearm.
Applicant must have a high school diploma or equivalent
At time of appointment, the applicant must be a United States citizen and must possess a valid Illinois driver's license.
Generally, applicants must also be in good health, be of good moral character and not possess an adverse police record. Applicants should possess physical strength and agility sufficient to handle aggressive situations, be able to work under adverse weather conditions, be able to think and act quickly in emergency situations and possess good general intelligence and emotional stability.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: PRE-EMPLOYMENT ASSESSMENT PROCESS

Written Examination: The written test consists of four components: written language ability, multiple-choice writing, multiple-choice reading, and video scenarios. These four components are scored in the following three categories: video, writing and reading. Applicants must score 60.00% on video and 70.00% on writing and reading. (This test is completed with the National Testing Network.)
Peace Officer Wellness Evaluation Report (POWER) Test: Information regarding the physical fitness test can be found at https://www.ptb.illinois.gov/media/1320/power.pdf
Preliminary Background Investigation: A preliminary background investigation will be completed. Candidates can be eliminated based on adverse information.
In-Depth Background Investigation: The position of police officer requires a great deal of public trust and carries a tremendous amount of responsibility. Applicants must complete a Personal History Questionnaire through the National Testing Network website. Candidates must be of good moral character and will be subject to a thorough background investigation, including, but not limited to, police records check, credit check, inquiries of neighbors, relatives, work history, and other references.
Candidates may be eliminated from the process at any time based on information obtained from the background investigation. This includes information discovered about the candidate that would reflect negatively upon the Danville Police Department if the candidate was hired. A conviction record may be considered on a case-by-case basis and will not necessarily disqualify a candidate. However, Illinois State law precludes appointment as a police officer with any felony conviction or any disqualifying conviction as set forth in 65 ILCS 5/10-1-7(c).
Oral Interview: Applicants remaining in the process will be scheduled for an oral interview and must pass to continue in the process.
Veteran Points: Eligible veterans may receive 5 veteran preference points added to their final examination score in accordance with 65 ILCS 5/10-1-16.
College Points: Candidates with college credits/degree may be eligible to apply preference points as stated in the Rules of the Board of the Fire and Police Commissioners - City of Danville.
Selection from Eligibility Register: Applicants who are placed on the eligible register will be selected by the City of Danville Board of Fire and Police Commissioners.
Physical, Drug Screen, and Psychological Report: Applicants selected off of the eligible register must pass a physical examination, drug screening, and psychological evaluation. Final appointment is contingent upon passing all of these components.

Duties:

EXAMPLES OF WORK (typical work examples, but not limited to the following):

Patrol a designated city area to preserve law and order, prevent and discover the commission of crime and to enforce traffic and other laws and ordinances.
Answer calls and investigate complaints, disturbances and reported criminal activities; answer calls involving fires, automobile accidents, robberies and related misdemeanors and felonies; perform follow-up criminal investigation work in plain clothes, as assigned.
At crime scene gather evidence, obtain witnesses, make arrests; prepare investigative data and case information for prosecution; testify as witness in court.
Investigate accidents; provide first aid to injured; take safeguards to prevent further accidents; interview principals and witnesses; take written statements; take necessary preventive or corrective measures.
Perform traffic control duties; operate radar traffic control unit; apprehend violators and issue traffic tickets; direct traffic at intersections.
Investigate family disputes, public disturbances; make arrests or resolve minor problems directly; prepare complaint and investigation reports.
Perform extended criminal investigation work under the direction of a superior officer; check for business license violations; serve legal papers.
Perform related work and other duties as assigned.

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