Now Hiring Matteson Police Officers

MATTESON POLICE DEPARTMENT

NOW HIRING ENTRY LEVEL POLICE OFFICERS AND LATERAL TRANSFERS

Do you have a strong desire to help your community and make a difference in people's lives? THEN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

Considering today’s environment, the Village of Matteson believes a career in Law Enforcement will look different going forward and will become an even more rewarding profession for those who have a desire to serve. If your skillsets include the following qualities, then you will want to be a part of the Matteson Police Department.

❖ Good communication skills and the ability to listen empathetically.

❖ High level of integrity where you instill trust in the people you serve.

❖ A strong sense of resilience and the ability to put personal feelings aside.

❖ Motivated by working for something greater than yourself.

The Village of Matteson is now accepting applications for Entry Level Police Officers (No Law Enforcement Experience Required) and Lateral Transfers (Experienced Police Officers) for the Matteson Police Department (MPD).

MINIMUM EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

Citizenship: Must be a citizen of the United States.

Age: May be 20 years of age at the time of the written test; must be 21 at the time of appointment.

Height & Weight: Must be comparable for overall size and body structure.

Physical Conditions: Must demonstrate physical agility, muscular coordination, pass a rigid physical exam and drug test.

Character: Must be of good moral character and temperate habits. Extensive background check, psychological testing and polygraph examination required for final applicants.

Education: Must have a High School diploma or G.E.D. at the time of application.

Residency: Employees have 24 months to obtain radius residency.

Peace Officer Wellness Evaluation Report Test (POWER) Test Card: Must provide proof of a valid and current (within 6 months) POWER Test Card at the time of the written exam. For test information contact:

 NIPSTA https://www.nipsta.org/202/POW...

 Joliet Community College https://www.jjc.edu/about-jjc/...

 Triton College https://www.triton.edu/about/d...

 Out of state candidates must have an equivalent POWER Test Card from your state.

Lateral Transfer Police Officers: Must be a current full-time law enforcement officer and have a minimum of two years' experience with any local, county or state law enforcement agency. Proof of experience is required.

APPLICATION PROCESS

To apply for this position, you must visit the Village of Matteson website at https://www.villageofmatteson.... and complete the Police Officer Application. The website will provide you with a detailed job description and information regarding wages and benefits, the written examination and steps in the hiring and selection process. If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources at (708) 283-4910.

THE POSTING CLOSES ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2020