Union County Patrol Deputy

Union County Government

Union County Patrol Deputy

Jonesboro, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    Duties include but are not limited to the following:

    • Respond to calls requiring a deputy
    • Investigate all complaints assigned and take police action as required
    • Complete all reports prior to end of work shift
    • Respond to in progress, recent or prior criminal activity; restore/maintain order, gather information and evidence
    • Patrol assigned areas, pursuit, apprehension and arrest according to state and local applicable statutes, policies, regulations and procedures.
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    Interested applicants must be a minimum of 21 years of age

    Possess a valid driver’s license

    Possess a high school diploma or equivalent GED

    Pass a background check

    Must have the ability to handle emergency situations in a calm and professional manner while multi-tasking

    Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & Outlook) knowledge preferred

    Must be willing to work holidays and rotating shifts; which would include days, evenings, and nights.

    Additional Information

    Applications may be picked up at the Union County Sheriff’s Office, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8 am to 4 pm. If an offer is made and accepted, the candiate will have 180 days to relocate to Union County.

    Union County Government is committed to nondiscrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, national origin, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or ancestry.