Patrol Deputy
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
Performs a variety of complex law enforcement duties Enforces Federal and State laws, and County ordinances (when required by position) for the protection of life, health, safety, welfare and property.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Works under the general supervision of an immediate shift supervisor. Extensive on-the-job and formal training is provided upon entry into the class.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
May supervise other personnel or new employees by assigning work and acting as an intermediate review for work performed.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES:
This is an entry level position into the sworn ranks. These sworn ranks are distinguished by Patrol, Marine Patrol, Traffic Unit, Investigations, Civil Process, and Special Services.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
The following duty statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other non-essential or marginal duties that may be required. In addition, the Sheriff of McHenry County reserves the right to change the duties and essential functions of this job at any time.
- Operate and maintain control of an emergency vehicle in normal, emergency, pursuit and hazardous weather situations.
- Provide routine patrol duties for the purpose of preventing, detecting and responding to suspicious or illegal activity.
- Respond to calls for service on a non-emergency/emergency basis.
- Conduct initial investigation of crime scenes/incidents to obtain pertinent facts and statements.
- Collect and preserve evidence/found property.
- Arrest suspects involved in misdemeanor/felony criminal activity.
- Attempt and serve various types of civil process to include summons, subpoenas and notices.
- Prepare related reports and documents in a timely fashion.
- Appear in court as witness/complainant to provide testimony.
- Provide assistance, direction and support to persons in need.
- Conducts residential/commercial evictions.
- Transports mentally ill persons upon receipt of commitment orders from the court.
- Conduct traffic Accident Investigations as required.
- Enforce State traffic Laws and issue appropriate citations/Warnings.
- Execute Arrest and Search Warrants as necessary.
- Performs any duties as required and assigned by the Sheriff.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Working knowledge of law enforcement principles, procedures, techniques and equipment.
- Working knowledge of the policies, procedures and methods utilized by the department.
- Working knowledge of Federal and State law, County ordinances.
- Ability to:
- Maintain proficiency with a firearm as specified by State of Illinois Standards.
- Safely operate a County vehicle in normal and adverse conditions.
- Acquire skill in the use of related office and field equipment.
- Use computers as required by position.
- Successfully complete in-service/mandatory training.
- Act with tact and impartiality.
- Remain calm and respond appropriately to emergency and/or threatening situation.
- Protect oneself and others in threatening situations.
- Physically subdue and control unruly and resisting individuals.
- Perform law enforcement duties requiring good psychological and physical condition.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, fellow workers, court officials, suspects, witnesses, other law enforcement officials and the general public.
- Come to work on a regular and predictable basis.
- Meet or exceed reasonable performance standards as set forth by the Sheriff or his designee.
- Possess and maintain the knowledge, skills, and abilities to work independent of direct supervision.
- Possess the ability to get along with others.
- That the jobs outlined above were created to accomplish these essential job functions.
- Possess and maintain the knowledge, skills, and abilities to honor their oath of office to the best of their abilities.
- Communicate effectively in English.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all inclusive.
- Spends 60% of the time sitting and 40% of the time either standing, walking or running while in the field or office.
- Must possess sufficient strength to carry a human being from a hazardous area (average – 150 Ibs.).
- Frequently pushes, pulls, climbs, balances, stoops, kneels, crouches, reaches, handles and feels while in the field and office.
- Must possess sufficient physical capability to control and restrain a combative or resistive subject.
- Capacity to communicate through automated devices such as the two-way radio intercom system and telephone.
- Capacity to detect sounds related to criminal or suspicious activity.
- Possess physical skills enabling the successful completion of all firearm training.
- Possess physical skills enabling the successful completion of the department approved defensive tactics training.
- Possess skills enabling the use of office and field equipment.
- Skills enabling the safe operation of an emergency vehicle during normal, emergency, pursuit and hazardous weather situations.
- Ability to distinguish color/descriptions of vehicles, suspects, victims and other relevant objects.
- Capabilities to detect criminal/hazardous situations.
PHYSICAL DEMAND DEFINITIONS:
Occasionally: Activity exists less than 1/3 of the time.
Frequently: Activity exists between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time.
Constantly: Activity exists more than 2/3 of the time.
OSHA WARNING
This position has been determined as a HIGH exposure risk to “biohazards” associated with blood-borne pathogens HIV (AIDS), HBV (hepatitis B) virus, and air-borne transmissions of TB (tuberculosis). Members are advised that exposures to a “biohazard” may result in severe illness or death. Members are required by Department policy to use protective equipment and clothing. Inoculation may be required to prevent or treat exposures to “biohazards.”
ELEMENTS OF CONTACT:
Personal contact with individual inmates and/or arrestees occurs on a daily basis. This position requires physical contact of touching, controlling, sitting by, riding with, and body searching of individuals. Hand-to-hand exchanges of documents, money, personal property, clothing and other items may be required daily. Face-to-face verbal communications between the member and individual(s) is required on a constant basis. This position may require immediate response to violent disturbances and criminal or medical emergencies where blood, body fluids or other medical hazards may be present. The member may or may not have time to take precautionary and protective measures.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- US citizen
- Must possess a valid Illinois Driver’s License.
- Obtain certification for CPR/First Aid after becoming employed.
- Must successfully complete State of Illinois mandated requirements for the position.
- Must be at least 21 years of age upon hiring date.
- Obtain LEADS Less Than Full Access Certification after becoming employed.
- Must possess a high degree of honesty, integrity, and high moral and ethical standards.
- Ability to pass various psychological, physical and background examinations after conditional offer of employment is made.
- Must possess a valid FOID card.
COMPLEXITY/RESPONSIBILITY:
Work in this class can differ by assignment; however, responsibilities in most positions require law enforcement actions that have a direct effect on the safety or lives of others.
SCOPE OF INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:
Contact with superiors, fellow workers, court officials, other law enforcement officials and the general public.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in circumstances involving hazards such as crimes, accidents, fires and disturbances which may be threatening to life or cause bodily harm. Extremely stressful environment during peak activity periods demanding full attention and coordination of numerous tasks simultaneously required. May be assigned to work schedules requiring-work on rotating shifts, weekends and holidays.
- Must be 21, or have reached 21 by date of graduation from the academy. There is no maximum age limit.
- Must possess a valid Driver’s License
- Must be a high school graduate or have attained a G.E.D.
- Must reside in any Illinois county bordering McHenry County or Rock, Walworth, or Kenosha County in Wisconsin.
- Must have a valid Firearm Owner Identification Card upon hire.
- Must be able to pass the Police Officer Wellness Evaluation Report (POWER Test). POWER cards will not be accepted.
- Must be of excellent moral character and personal integrity.
- Subsequent to a conditional offer, candidates will be required to complete a polygraph, psychological examination, thorough background investigation, drug screen and pre-employment physical.
- Starting pay is $34.63 ($72,027.32/annually)
- Top pay is $52.70 ($109,620.62/annually)
- Paid overtime after 40 hours
- Paid holidays per year as determined by County Board
- 3 personal days per year
- Uniforms supplied by the Sheriff’s Office
- I.M.R.F SLEP pension contributed by employee and employer
- Paid Vacation: 5 days after one year, 10 days after 2 years, 15 days after 5 years, 20 days after 10 years.
- Paid sick time after one year
- Major medical, dental, accident, vision and life insurance offered by the County for the employee and dependents. Benefits begin the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.
Corrections Officer
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:
Performs a variety of complex correctional duties maintains the security of the Corrections facility, monitors and controls movements of prisoners and detainees, processes incoming prisoners, processes prisoners to be released, takes bond, and is responsible for the overall day-to-day operations of the Corrections facility.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Works under the general supervision of a Corrections Sergeant. Extensive on-the-job and formal training is provided upon hiring.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
May supervise other personnel or new employees by assigning work and acting as an intermediate review for work performed. Provides general to close supervision over prisoners and detainees.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES:
This is an entry level position into the Corrections Division.
DUTIES:
The following duty statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other non-essential or marginal duties that may be required. In addition, the Sheriff of McHenry County reserves the right to change the duties and essential functions of this job at any time.
- Maintain effective and efficient operations by reporting for work on a regular, timely, and predictable basis.
- Meet or exceed reasonable performance standards as set forth by the Sheriff or his designee.
- Maintain interior and exterior security of a detention facility and persons contained therein. To include physically conducting routine and random security checks of inmates and the buildings
- Receive, process, and release inmates.
- Possess working knowledge of emergency/evacuation procedures.
- Operate various electronic control room/panels and video monitors in a safe efficient manner.
- Be familiar with work release operations, admitting and releasing inmates involved in the work release program or any other correctional program.
- Conduct inmate escorts/transports.
- Maintain life functions for inmates, including, but not limited to exchanging laundry, serving meals, furnishing hygiene products.
- Respond to calls for assistance on a non-emergency/emergency basis in all areas of the facility.
- Prepare related reports and documents.
- Appear in court as witness/complainant to provide testimony.
- Operate various computers and office equipment as required.
- Directly supervise activity in inmate housing areas.
- Conduct accurate head counts of housed inmates.
- Gather and preserve evidence/found property.
- Conduct initial investigation of crime scenes/incidents that occur within the facility and gather related facts and statements.
- Performs public relations duties with the public and any other law enforcement agencies in relation to inquiries about inmates.
- Initiate inmate disciplinary procedures.
- Transports juveniles upon receipt of orders from the court
- Performs related duties as required and assigned by the Sheriff of McHenry County
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all inclusive.
1. Spends 90% of the time standing, walking or running and 10% of the time sitting while working in the Housing areas, Control rooms or Booking area.
2. Must possess sufficient strength to carry a human being from a hazardous area (average – 150 Ibs).
3. Frequently pushes, pulls, climbs, balances, stoops, kneels, crouches, reaches, handles and feels in the daily performance of duty.
4. Must possess sufficient physical capability to overcome and restrain a combative or resistive subject.
5. Capacity to communicate through automated devices such as the two-way radio, intercom system and telephone.
6. Possess skills enabling the use of firearm, office and field equipment.
7. Skills enabling the monitoring of movement within and around the facility utilizing close circuit monitors.
8. Skills enabling the operation of control panels within the facility.
9. Capabilities to detect criminal/hazardous situations.
PHYSICAL DEMAND DEFINITIONS:
Occasionally: Activity exists less than 1/3 of the time.
Frequently: Activity exists between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time.
Constantly: Activity exists more than 2/3 of the time.
EDUCATION:
High School Diploma
EXPERIENCE:
No specific requirements or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must possess a valid Illinois Driver’s License
- Must successfully complete State of Illinois mandated requirements for the position.
- Must be 21 years of age.
- Must possess a high degree of honesty, integrity, and high moral and ethical standards.
- Ability to pass various psychological, physical and background examinations after conditional offer of employment is made.
- Must possess a valid FOID card.
COMPLEXITY/RESPONSIBILITY:
Work in this class can differ by assignment; however, responsibilities in most positions
require correctional actions that have a direct effect on the safety or lives of others.
SCOPE OF INTERPERSONAL CONTACTS:
Contact with superiors, fellow workers, court officials, other law enforcement officials and the general public.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Work is performed in circumstances involving hazards such as interaction with prisoners, intervention in altercations among prisoners and detainees, fires and disturbances which may be threatening to life or cause bodily harm. Extremely stressful environment during peak activity periods demanding full attention and coordination of numerous tasks simultaneously required. May be assigned to work schedules requiring work on rotating shifts, weekends and holidays.
OSHA WARNING:
This position has been determined to be a HIGH exposure risk to (“biohazards” associated with blood-borne pathogens HIV (AIDS), HBV (hepatitis B) virus, and airborne transmissions of T8 (tuberculosis). Members are advised that exposure to a “biohazard” may result in severe illness or death. Members are required by Department policy to use protective equipment and clothing. Inoculation may be required to prevent or treat exposures to “biohazards.”
ELEMENTS OF CONTACT:
Personal contact with individual inmates and/or arrestees occurs on a daily basis. This position requires physical contact of touching, controlling, sitting by, as well as, the examining of an individual’s extremities, and body cavities. Hand-to-hand exchanges of documents, personal property; clothing and other items may be required on a daily basis. Face-to-face verbal communications between the member and the same individual(s) is required on a constant basis. This position may require immediate response to medical emergencies where blood, body fluids or other medical hazards may be present. The member may or may not have time to take precautionary and protective measures.
- Age: Minimum 21 years of age. Applicants may test at 20, but must be 21 upon hiring.
- Education: High school diploma or GED.
- Experience: No prior experience is required. Job training provided upon hiring.
- Driver’s License: Applicant must possess a valid driver’s license.
- FOID Card: Applicant must possess or have the ability to obtain a Firearm Owners Identification Card (FOID) upon employment. Apply for a FOID online at https://www.ispfsb.com/
- Residency: Employees must live within McHenry County, any bordering Illinois counties, or Kenosha & Walworth counties in Wisconsin, within one year of hire.
- Must take the Police Officer Wellness Evaluation Report (POWER Test) and written exam. POWER cards will not be accepted.
- Starting pay is $32.48/hour ($67,555/annually)
- Top pay is $54.76/hour ($113,895/annually)
- Paid overtime after 40 hours
- Paid holidays per year as determined by County Board
- 3 personal days per year
- Uniforms supplied by the Sheriff’s Office
- I.M.R.F pension contributed by employee and employer
- Paid Vacation: 5 days after one year, 10 days after 2 years, 15 days after 5 years, 20 days after 10 years.
- Paid sick time after one year
- Major medical, dental, accident, vision and life insurance offered by the County for the employee and dependents. Benefits begin the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.
Marine Unit Deputy
DUTIES:
The following duty statements are illustrative of the essential functions of the job and do not include other non-essential or marginal duties that may be required. In addition, the Sheriff of McHenry County reserves the right to change the duties and essential functions of this job at any time.
- Is under the direction of the Lead Marine Deputy and Senior Marine Deputy.
- Performs general high visibility boat patrol services as necessary.
- Responds to all calls and emergencies.
- Does preliminary investigations and follow-up of crimes and incidents, unless otherwise specified.
- Provides crowd control and regulation of public conduct.
- Performs boat accident investigations as required.
- Provides boat traffic control and enforcement of traffic and conservation laws.
- Suppresses criminality through preventative patrol and field interviews.
- Reports unusual or hazardous conditions that affect the public morals, conduct or safety.
- Performs Deputy Patrol Officer duties in the event of an emergency (See Divisional, Addendum – Deputy Patrol Officer).
- Performs related duties as required and assigned by Sheriff.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position. They are included for informational purposes and are not all inclusive.
- Spends 75% of the time sitting and 25% of the time either standing, walking or running while in the field or Office.
- Must possess sufficient strength to carry a human being from a hazardous area (average – 150 Ibs.).
- Frequently pushes, pulls, climbs, balances, stoops, kneels, crouches, reaches, handles and feels while in the field and office.
- Must possess sufficient physical capability to overcome and restrain a combative or resistive subject.
- Capacity to communicate through automated devices such as the two-way radio, intercom system and telephone.
- Capacity to detect sounds related to criminal or suspicious activity.
- Possess skills enabling the use of a firearm, office and field equipment.
- Skills enabling the safe operation of an emergency vehicle during normal, emergency, pursuit and hazardous weather situations.
- Skills enabling the safe operation of a watercraft during normal, emergency, pursuit and hazardous weather situations.
- Ability to distinguish color/descriptions of vehicles, suspects, victims and other relevant objects.
- Capabilities to detect criminal/hazardous situations.
PHYSICAL DEMAND DEFINITIONS:
Occasionally: Activity exists less than 1/3 of the time.
Frequently: Activity exists between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time.
Constantly: Activity exists more than 2/3 of the time.
OSHA WARNING:
This position has been determined as a HIGH exposure risk to “biohazards” associated with blood-borne pathogens HIV (AIDS), HBV (hepatitis B) virus, and air-borne transmissions of TB (tuberculosis). Members are advised that exposures to a “biohazard” may result in severe illness or death. Members are required by Department policy to use protective equipment and clothing. Inoculation may be required to prevent or treat exposures to “biohazards”.
ELEMENTS OF CONTACT:
Personal contact with individual inmates and/or arrestees occurs on a daily basis. This position requires physical contact of touching, controlling, sitting by, riding with, and body searching of individuals. Hand-to-hand exchanges of documents, money, personal property, clothing and other items may be required daily. Face-to-face verbal communications between the member and the same individual(s) is required on a constant basis. This position may require immediate response to violent disturbances and criminal or medical emergencies where blood, body fluids or other medical hazards may be present. The member may or may not have time to take precautionary and protective measures.
For IMRF purposes, this position is a non-qualifying position, normally expected to work less than 1000 hours or 600 hours if an IMRF retiree per year.
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Telecommunicator
- Telecommunicator
Location:
2200 N Seminary Ave Woodstock, IL, 60098-2637
- $27.70 / Hour
Employee Type:
- Full-Time
General Statement of Duties:
Performs critical public contact and communications work necessary for the dispatching of the department and client agencies to emergency and non-emergency situations, providing operational data to personnel.
Supervision Received:
Works under the general supervision of the Assistant Communications Supervisor. Receives most assignments from the flow of work and receives additional duty assignments from the Communications Supervisors. Takes unusual circumstances to supervisor.
Distinguishing Features:
This position is distinguished from other civilian positions in similar classes by the higher level of critical responsibilities assigned, a greater variety of work under general instruction, and the high degree of delegated authority granted.
Essential Duties:
The following duty statements are the essential functions of the job and do not include other non-essential or marginal duties that may be required. In addition, the Sheriff reserves the right to change the duties and essential functions of this job at any time.
- Maintain effective and efficient operations by reporting for work on a regular, timely, and predictable basis.
- Meet or exceed reasonable performance standards as set forth by the Sheriff or his designee.
- Answers emergency and non-emergency complaint calls and requests for emergency services, receiving essential information relating to the situation.
- Operates radio and telephone equipment to dispatch deputies, officers, and fire/rescue personnel to emergency and non-emergency situations and to relay operational data and information to field units.
- Acts in a coaching and training capacity for peer development when assigned to do so by the Communications Supervisors.
- Monitors the patrol status; may dispatch additional emergency units to situations that may be critical and/or threatening.
- Utilizes computer/teletype systems to query and enter operational data; relays information as required. Conducts public education when assigned to do so by the Communications Supervisors.
- Searches departmental files and records to locate and relay operational data and information to Law Enforcement personnel.
- Maintains call cards and patrol activity logs as required.
- Answers Department business telephone calls; provides routine data and information to telephone inquiries; may transfer/direct inquiries to proper departmental staff; may refer telephone calls to responsible outside state, court, agencies, departments or individuals.
- Maintains radio communication monitoring with outside law enforcement agencies including County Departments, State Enforcement Agencies and Fire Departments.
- Processes requests for audio recordings as assigned by the Communications Supervisors.
- Performs related duties as required and assigned by the Sheriff.
Required Knowledge and Skills:
- Knowledge of street and road systems, geographical patterns and numerical (address) system of McHenry County.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to remain calm under urgent circumstances.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information.
- Ability to act with tact and impartiality.
- Ability to use computers.
- Ability to gain proficiency in general and proprietary software products.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, fellow workers and the general public.
- Must possess and maintain the knowledge, skills and abilities to work independent of direct supervision.
- Must be able to maintain a high level of customer service skills under extreme pressure.
Physical Demands:
The following are some of the physical demands commonly associated with this position.
They are included for informational purposes and are not all inclusive.
1. Ability to use automated office machinery, and writing utensils.
2. Constantly involved in interpersonal communication through the use of automated devices such as the telephone, radio and computer keyboard.
3. Spends 90% of the time sitting, 5% standing, 5% walking while on the job.
4. Occasionally stoops, kneels, crouches and balances while filing or operating office machinery.
5. Occasionally lifts or carries up to 30 lbs. when moving office supplies or files.
6. Successful completion of a hearing test pursuant to requirements set forth in NENA
STA-007.2-2014; Hearing Standards for Public Safety Telecommunicator.
7. Successful completion of a vision test including a color vision test. Corrected vision
must be 20/30 when tested using both eyes together. The ability to distinguish red,
green, blue and yellow as determined by the HHR test, 4th Edition. If there are red or green deficiencies, the ability to read at least 9 of the first 13 plates of the Ishihara Test is necessary.
Education:
High school graduate or GED equivalent.
Experience:
Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Necessary Special Requirements:
- Proficiently type 40 words per minute within one year of hire.
- Must possess a valid Driver’s License.
- Must acquire LEADS Full Access Certification within one year of employment and maintain certification through tenure.
- Must acquire Emergency Medical Dispatcher Certification within one year of employment and maintain certification through tenure.
- Must acquire any certifications as required by State and/or Federal Statute within one year of employment and maintain certifications throughout tenure.
- Must possess a high degree of honesty, integrity, and high moral and ethical standards.
Complexity/Responsibility:
Work is characterized by some analysis of facts under urgent situations. Moderately difficult decisions are made within general guidelines. A high degree of attention to detail is required.
Scope of Interpersonal Contacts:
Work in the class requires a heavy amount of public telephone contact and Police/Fire contact. Such contacts are a regular part of the position.
Work Environment:
Work in this class is sedentary in nature and is generally confined to a standard office environment. Members must be available for work schedule assignment to rotating shifts, weekends and holidays. Forced overtime may be required on occasion. Extremely stressful environment during peak activity periods demanding full attention and coordination of numerous tasks simultaneously.
- Candidates must possess a high school diploma or G.E.D
- Candidates must have accurate typing skills for Computer Aided Dispatch,
- Must possess excellent communication skills and a clear speaking voice;
- Have the ability to multi-task and react quickly and calmly in a high stress environment.
All candidates must:
- Pass a medical examination including a vision (Color Acuity) and hearing test
- Pass written and typing examinations and background investigation
- Pass a psychological examination
- Previous public safety dispatching experience preferred but not required
- Bilingual skills preferred but not required
Starting pay is $27.70 ($57,616/annually)
Top pay is $36.69 ($76,315.20/annually)
- Paid overtime after 40 hours
- Paid holidays per year as determined by County Board
- 3 personal days per year
- Uniforms supplied by the Sheriff’s Office
- I.M.R.F pension contributed by employee and employer
- Paid Vacation: 5 days after one year, 10 days after 2 years, 15 days after 5 years, 20 days after 10 years.
- Paid sick time after 6 months
- Major medical, dental, accident, vision and life insurance offered by the County for the employee and dependents. Benefits begin the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.
Police Social Worker
The Police Social Worker (PSW) is a non-sworn professional position responsible for providing social service support for cases identified through county, municipal, community and self-referrals. The PSW provides a coordinated community policing response and is responsible for the organization and delivery of social services, including adult and juvenile crisis intervention, case assessments, short-term counseling, court advocacy and referral to other social service agencies. The PSW acts as a liaison between the participating departments and the various social service agencies, providing follow-up and monitoring cases upon request from the department.
JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Independently follows up on referrals from police officers, local schools, hospitals and the general public, and serves as a consultant to police officers regarding management of cases.
- Assesses client needs for referral to social and mental health agencies, emergency shelters, financial assistance.
- Determines best course of action and provides short-term crisis intervention services in emergency situations.
- Provides short-term individual and family counseling in situations involving domestic disputes, substance abuse, mental health issues, trauma, grief and loss, juvenile and elder issues.
- Works with other social service providers to coordinate care including local schools, hospitals, DCFS, APS, “A Way Out” program and area mental health facilities.
- Maintains case management records and confidential case files.
- Provides professional and clinical consultation to officers on difficult cases.
- Coordinates with county youth violence/victim witness/youth services organizations
- Designs, implements, or arranges training for Sheriff’s Office or partnering agencies in areas of knowledge related to the position.
- Assists with Peer Support Team program coordination and assists in management of all activities, training and meetings that occur with the team.
- May be asked to perform as an expert witness in court and give testimony or professional recommendations at trials/hearings.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Previous experience in crisis intervention and providing mental health services to individuals and families.
- Knowledge of Federal, State and local laws related to the field of mental health.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the court system as it relates to domestic violence, admissions for psychiatric assessments and juvenile station adjustments.
- An ability to clinically work with individuals or groups, providing crisis intervention, diagnostic evaluation and short-term treatment services.
- Ability to maintain a neutral and calm composure during crisis management.
- Ability to be part of a rotating 24/7 on-call schedule and work at least one evening a week and occasional weekend hours.
- Demonstrate the ability to problem-solve and work creatively to address social and mental health challenges within the community.
- Demonstrate a welcoming, approachable style and be flexible in task completion.
- Knowledge, Skills and Ability to be a liaison between the Sheriff’s Office or partnering agencies and the community.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling or Psychology or related field is required.
- Minimum 2 years of related experience, within a law enforcement agency is preferred.
- Licensed Social Worker (LSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC), or related licensure, or the ability to obtain LSW or LPC within one year of employment.
- Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Bilingual preferred.
- Range starts at $58,829
- Medical Dental, Vision, Accident and Life Insurance
- IMRF Pension
- Deferred Compensation Plan
- Paid vacation, holidays, personal and sick days.
Court Security Officer
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Patrol Deputy Lateral Transfers
The Sheriff’s Office accepts lateral transfer applications year-round.
Lateral transfer applicants must meet the following guidelines in order to be considered for placement on the Eligibility List:
- Have successfully completed the Illinois Basic Law Enforcement Academy and be certified as a full-time police law enforcement (peace) officer by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board or meet the requirements of the Out-of-State Reciprocity process; and
- Have been employed as a full-time police law enforcement (peace)officer and have completed a probationary period with a full-time law enforcement agency for at least 24 continuous months; and
- Still have their certification as a full-time police officer within 3 years of full-time separation from a full-time law enforcement agency.
Lateral transfer applicants deemed qualified by the Commission shall be certified for appointment and placed on the Eligibility List for a period of one year from the date of placement.
ILETSB Intern Police Academy Program graduates must meet the following guidelines in order to be considered for placement on the Eligibility List:
- Have successfully completed the Illinois Basic Law Enforcement Academy within the prior 12 months of application and be certified as a full-time police law enforcement (peace) officer by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board.
Be a citizen of the United States and be at least twenty-one (21) years of age by the time of appointment, age to be verified by a certified copy of birth certificate.
Subsequent to a conditional offer, lateral applicants will be required to complete a polygraph, psychological examination, thorough background investigation, drug screen, pre-employment physical and pass the Illinois Standard POWER test.
- Applicants who have successfully completed all aspects of the conditional offer of employment shall be paid at the starting salary rate currently $34.63/hour ($72,027.32/annually). Upon successful completion of the Field Training Program (approximately 16 weeks from hire date) the deputy will be placed at the step which corresponds to the length of continuous prior service not to exceed 5 years.24 mos. $37.45 ($77,896.00)36 mos. $38.93 ($80,974.40)48 mos. $40.50 ($84,240.00)60 mos. $42.53 ($86,462.40)Top pay is $52.70/hour ($109,620.62/annually)
- Paid overtime
- Paid holidays per year as determined by County Board
- 3 personal days per year
- Uniforms supplied by the Sheriff’s Office
- I.M.R.F SLEP pension contributed by employee and employer
- Paid Vacation: 5 days after one year, 10 days after 2 years, 15 days after 5 years, 20 days after 10 years.
- Paid sick time after one year
- Major medical, dental, accident, vision and life insurance offered by the County for the employee and dependents after 3 months.
Corrections Officer Lateral Transfers
The Sheriff’s Office accepts lateral transfer applications year-round.
Applicants must meet the following guidelines to be considered for placement on the eligibility list:
1) Currently employed as a full-time corrections officer and/or certified law enforcement officer in a Sheriff’s Department, Police Department, and/or other Law Enforcement agency; or
2) Present proof (Certification) of having completed training that complies with the Illinois law (200 hours Police Training Institute) as to minimum standards for certification as a full-time corrections officer the definition of which includes, but is not limited to, the authority to carry firearms and not terminated during their probationary period by the employer for any gross negligent action.
b. All applicants accepted for lateral transfer must pass the POWER test and must complete a state-approved corrections academy within 6 months of the transfer.
c. All lateral transfer applicants are subject to approval by the Sheriff or his designee.
- Starting pay is $29.06/hour ($60,435.67/annually)
- Top pay is $48.99/hour ($101,892.86/annually)
- Paid overtime
- Paid holidays per year as determined by County Board
- 3 personal days per year
- Uniforms supplied by the Sheriff’s Office
- I.M.R.F pension contributed by employee and employer
- Paid Vacation: 5 days after one year, 10 days after 2 years, 15 days after 5 years, 20 days after 10 years.
- Paid sick time after one year
- Major medical, dental, accident, vision and life insurance offered by the County for the employee and dependents after 3 months.
Telecommunicator Lateral Transfers
The Sheriff’s Office accepts lateral transfer applications year-round.
Lateral applicants must have worked for 24 consecutive months as a telecommunicator at a Public Service Answering Point (PSAP).
To qualify for lateral employment, an individual must be hired after being continuously employed for 24 months at another Public Safety Answering Point (PSAP). Laterals qualify for up to 5 years of equivalency pay, upon successful completion of the field training program.
Starting pay is $27.70 ($57,616/annually)
Top pay is $36.69 ($76,315.20/annually)
- Paid overtime after 40 hours
- Paid holidays per year as determined by County Board
- 3 personal days per year
- Uniforms supplied by the Sheriff’s Office
- I.M.R.F pension contributed by employee and employer
- Paid Vacation: 5 days after one year, 10 days after 2 years, 15 days after 5 years, 20 days after 10 years.
- Paid sick time after 6 months
- Major medical, dental, accident, vision and life insurance offered by the County for the employee and dependents. Benefits begin the first day of the month following 60 days of employment.
Testing Dates
Patrol:
There is no scheduled testing at this time. To be notified of our next testing date, sign up for email notifications here.
Corrections:
Saturday, February 8, 2025
Woodstock High School – 501 W South St, Woodstock, IL
Corrections applications are due 12:00 p.m. on January 31.
Check-In: 7:45 a.m.
Doors close at 8:00.
The Illinois-state mandated POWER test standards will be used. Applicants must be dressed appropriately and wear gym shoes for participating in the physical ability test. All applicants must complete the POWER test to be considered for the position . No POWER cards will be accepted.
A study guide and practice exam for the correctional testing can be purchased at the following link. Choose the online NCST option: https://www.applytoserve.com/study/.
POWER Test Standards
All new Patrol applicants must be able to meet the below physical standards at the time of testing. Failure to pass the POWER Test standards OR attend the determined testing date means your application will not be accepted for the current hiring period. Please apply only at a time in which you are able to attend the determined testing date, which is listed above.
POWER Test cards will not be accepted for any Patrol or Corrections applicants.
*Please note, the standards were updated in January of 2023. The below standards are current as to what the Sheriff’s Office and ILETSB follow.
| MEN | WOMEN | |||||||
| Age Group | 20-29 | 30-39 | 40-49 | 50-59 | 20-29 | 30-39 | 40-49 | 50-59 |
| Sit & Reach | 14.4" | 13" | 12" | 10.5" | 17" | 16.5" | 15" | 14.8" |
| 1 Minute Sit-Up | 33 | 30 | 24 | 19 | 24 | 20 | 14 | 10 |
| Max Bench Press % | 0.88 | 0.78 | 0.72 | 0.63 | 0.51 | 0.47 | 0.43 | 0.39 |
| 1.5 Mile Run | 14:00 | 14:34 | 15:24 | 16:58 | 16:46 | 17:38 | 18:37 | 20:44 |
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