At this time the Kankakee Police Department is not hiring, however, if you are interested these are the Duties, Requirements, and Skills necessary to perform the job.

Kankakee Police Officer

JOB DUTIES

Police personnel, using a community-policing approach, create and maintain a community environment which discourages and prevents crime by:
* Responding to requests for service
* Working with citizens to enforce state and local laws
* Investigating crimes and traffic crashes
* Patrolling assigned areas
* Apprehending and arresting of offenders; testifying in court
* Meeting with concerned citizens and community groups
* Working a 48-hour week, 8.5 hour days, with rotating days off (patrol officers only)
* Preparing hand-written or computer generated reports
* Planning and coordinating special events

Not all the work performed is specifically described.

REQUIREMENTS

* High school graduate or GED.
* Be a U.S. citizen between 20 and 35 years of age (must be 21 years of age at time of appointment)
* No felony convictions
* Good moral character

* Possess a valid Illinois driver’s license

* Qualify on written test, oral interview and physical agility test (POWER test)
* Pass a background investigation, psychological and medical evaluation

                                                            SKILLS

* Speak effectively in public
* Collect, process, and evaluate complex material and information
* Perform patrol duties; investigate crimes; and enforce laws
* Mediate disputes and resolve situations by making appropriate decisions
* Communicate effectively in writing and verbally
* Respect for diversity and work with diverse groups
* Prioritize work load; complete multiple tasks; and cope with competing and changing priorities
* Coordinate with other policing agencies, service agencies, and departments
* Be flexible, adaptable, and creative
* Maintain confidentiality of information and protocols
* Coordinate, plan and participate in special events
* Demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity
* Demonstrable commitment to sustainability required
* Adhere to the Law Enforcement Code of Ethics and Oath of Office