Job Description
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners of the City of Darien is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer (Lateral Entry). Please read the information contained in this packet carefully, as it explains the requirements and process for candidates. Keep this information as a reference throughout the entire examination process.
REQUIREMENTS:
Proof of meeting these requirements must be submitted during the application process described below.
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Legal resident of the United States
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Must be 21 years of age
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High school graduate or possess a GED
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Valid driver’s license
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The applicant must have been employed as a full-time law enforcement officer in good standing in another law enforcement agency. The employment may be in any municipal, county, university, state, or federal law enforcement department or agency.
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An applicant must be certified by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board.
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An applicant must have been awarded a certificate attesting to his or her successful completion of the minimum Standards Basic Law Enforcement Training Course, as provided in the Illinois Police Training Act.
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Must be physically able to perform the essential job function of the position of police officer.
How to apply