Last Day to Submit Application to Evergreen Park Police is Feb. 10

The Evergreen Park Police Department is accepting applications for the position of police officer through Feb. 10.

Interested candidates can apply online at IOS Recruitment Solutions. There is a $35 application fee.

Candidates must also attend a mandatory the mandatory orientation and written exam on Saturday, March 12. Please arrive no later than 8:30 a.m. with a photo ID (driver’s license, state ID, military ID) to sign-in.

Test will be held at:

Saint Xavier University

McGuire Hall - Auditorium

3700 W. 103rd Street, Chicago

(Park in Lot 12)

Here’s some more information about the applications process.

Minimum Requirements:

• $35 non-refundable application fee.
• At least 21 years of age on February 10, 2016.
• Physically and psychologically qualified to sustain the labors and exposures of a Police Patrol Officer.
• Minimum of 20/70 uncorrected vision, corrected to 20/20 in each eye, with normal color and depth perception.
• No criminal convictions for felonies or certain misdemeanor offenses; good moral character
• Candidates must establish domicile within a 15-mile radius of the Village no later than 24 months following their initial date of hire.
• Legal Resident status.
• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Successfully completed at least 30 semester hours from an accredited college or university as of February 10, 2016.
• Speak, read and write the English language fluently.
• Possess a Valid Driver’s License from state of residency.
• MUST possess a Valid Peace Officer Wellness Evaluation Report (POWER) Test Card issued from a licensed agency within one (1) year PRIOR to March 12, 2016** (cards valid ONLY if issued between 3.12.15 – 3.12.16).

About the Evergreen Park Police Department:

“It is the policy of the Evergreen Park Police Department to constantly strive to meet the noblest expectations of the citizens we serve and the obligations of the laws we have sworn to uphold. To this end, the following mission statement is adopted. The achievement of this mission is the responsibility of each and every member of this office.”

Mission Statement:

• To take a proactive approach in achieving the distinguished goal of prevention of crime rather than its detection and punishment.
• To plan effectively; use personnel efficiently and resources wisely.
• To deliver the highest quality services to all members of the community and those seeking or in need of our assistance.
• To preserve life and property and protect the Constitutional guarantees of all persons.
• To enforce the law, apprehend offenders, preserve the peace and order, and resolve conflict.
• To provide safe, secure and humane custody of all persons in our charge.
• To treat all persons equally with respect, fairness and understanding.
• To nurture public trust and cooperation by holding ourselves to the highest standards of performance and conduct.