What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer - Part-time position at Inside Higher Ed?
Job Title:
Police Officer - Part-time
Department:
Police Department
Work Location:
ALL SITES
Duties:
Under supervision of a Sergeant or Officer-in-Charge in instances where no supervisory or command personnel are present, the Police Officer protects the lives, property, and rights of all people, maintains order, enforces the law impartially, and responds to crime and disorder in accordance with established procedures and directives. The Police Officer is the department’s primary contact with the community and is responsible for portraying to the community the department’s mission and goals.
Education/Experience:
Must be a State of Illinois Certified Police Officer with a minimum of five (5) years’ experience. Background in investigations, taskforce assignments, or law enforcement trainer a plus. Must be able to pass an extensive background investigation and be able to be certified in LEADS.
Associate’s Degree (AAS/AS) or college coursework preferred.
Qualifications:
Must acquire and maintain a working knowledge of applicable laws and proper police procedures including but not limited to knowledge of the Illinois Criminal Code, vehicle code, criminal procedure, and College Ordinances, patrol techniques, making a legal arrest, traffic stop procedures, firearm policies, criteria for search and seizure of property or evidence and departmental policies and orders.
Must be able to meet the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board Academic and Fitness Standards, as well as successfully complete pre-employment psychological assessment prior to hire date as a condition of employment. A background in investigations or law enforcement training, while not required, will be preferred.
Per MVCC Board Policy, the age of 67 is the maximum age for employment of sworn members of the college’s police department. For more information, please see Board Policy Section 7160 – Mandatory Retirement Age.
Position Status:
Part Time
Hours:
Approximately 24 hours per week – rotating shifts as needed
Salary/Wage:
$25.60/hour
Hourly/Salary:
Hourly
Benefits:
Benefit-Eligible Police Position
Moraine Valley Offers a Generous Benefits Plan Which Includes Paid Time Off, Tuition Discounts For Benefit Eligible Employees And Dependents, Medical, Dental, Vision, And Retirement Benefits In a Collaborative And Friendly Environment. These Include:
Health
Dental
Tuition reimbursement
MVCC Tuition waiver
SURS Retirement
Vacation
Holidays
Sick Leave
Personal days
Bereavement days
Tax-sheltered annuity plans
Visit these links to learn more about specific benefits and eligibility criterion for this position/category:
Review Of Applications Begins:
05/11/2026
Position Type:
Support/Hourly Staff
Posting Number:
SS00613P
Open Date:
04/27/2026
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Special Instructions To Applicants:
Please apply online on jobs.morainevalley.edu. Please do not use a third party site such as Indeed.
Upon successful submission, you will receive a confirmation email.
Police Officer - Part-time
Department:
Police Department
Work Location:
ALL SITES
Duties:
Under supervision of a Sergeant or Officer-in-Charge in instances where no supervisory or command personnel are present, the Police Officer protects the lives, property, and rights of all people, maintains order, enforces the law impartially, and responds to crime and disorder in accordance with established procedures and directives. The Police Officer is the department’s primary contact with the community and is responsible for portraying to the community the department’s mission and goals.
Education/Experience:
Must be a State of Illinois Certified Police Officer with a minimum of five (5) years’ experience. Background in investigations, taskforce assignments, or law enforcement trainer a plus. Must be able to pass an extensive background investigation and be able to be certified in LEADS.
Associate’s Degree (AAS/AS) or college coursework preferred.
Qualifications:
Must acquire and maintain a working knowledge of applicable laws and proper police procedures including but not limited to knowledge of the Illinois Criminal Code, vehicle code, criminal procedure, and College Ordinances, patrol techniques, making a legal arrest, traffic stop procedures, firearm policies, criteria for search and seizure of property or evidence and departmental policies and orders.
Must be able to meet the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board Academic and Fitness Standards, as well as successfully complete pre-employment psychological assessment prior to hire date as a condition of employment. A background in investigations or law enforcement training, while not required, will be preferred.
Per MVCC Board Policy, the age of 67 is the maximum age for employment of sworn members of the college’s police department. For more information, please see Board Policy Section 7160 – Mandatory Retirement Age.
Position Status:
Part Time
Hours:
Approximately 24 hours per week – rotating shifts as needed
Salary/Wage:
$25.60/hour
Hourly/Salary:
Hourly
Benefits:
Benefit-Eligible Police Position
Moraine Valley Offers a Generous Benefits Plan Which Includes Paid Time Off, Tuition Discounts For Benefit Eligible Employees And Dependents, Medical, Dental, Vision, And Retirement Benefits In a Collaborative And Friendly Environment. These Include:
Health
Dental
Tuition reimbursement
MVCC Tuition waiver
SURS Retirement
Vacation
Holidays
Sick Leave
Personal days
Bereavement days
Tax-sheltered annuity plans
Visit these links to learn more about specific benefits and eligibility criterion for this position/category:
- Benefit Highlights
Review Of Applications Begins:
05/11/2026
Position Type:
Support/Hourly Staff
Posting Number:
SS00613P
Open Date:
04/27/2026
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Special Instructions To Applicants:
Please apply online on jobs.morainevalley.edu. Please do not use a third party site such as Indeed.
Upon successful submission, you will receive a confirmation email.
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