JOB
The mission of the Gurnee Police Department is to defend the lives, rights, and quality of life of all the residents and visitors we serve with honor and integrity. The men and women of the department are fully committed to accomplishing this mission by achieving four fundamental objectives:
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Crime Prevention - to provide a proactive and educational approach to reducing crime.
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Crime Control - to provide a rapid and professional response to confront crime as it occurs.
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Community Involvement - to create an excellent partnership with the community through exceptional communication and transparency.
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Team Building - to create an excellent work environment so we can recruit and develop an exceptional team.
We are seeking experienced Police Officers for Lateral Entry who value these objectives. If you value these same objectives, consider applying with the Gurnee Police Department.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing, continuous basis.
Community Population: 30,700
Department Breakdown: Sworn Personnel: 71; Total Staff: 110 members including sworn officers, sworn supervisory, management, and civilian personnel SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Gurnee Police Department – What We Offer:
Competitive Salary Range - salary may be adjusted based on an officer’s current work experience and qualifications.
No residency or living radius requirement
12 hour shifts [primarily 0600 – 1800 or 1800 to 0600 hours]
Required equipment, uniforms, and bullet proof vest provided by the Department
Robust wellness program –includes a wellness room, sauna, Cordico wellness / mental health app, monthly on-site physical therapist visits
Visible tattoos permitted within department policy parameters [no head, face, neck, hand/finger tattoos]
Facial hair - mustaches, sideburns, goatees and beards permitted within department policy parameters
Future promotion opportunities and specialized assignments
