Job Application

I understand that when information is requested of me on this application, I must provide it accurately and completely unless otherwise prohibited by law. I understand that any material omission, or false or misleading statement in this application may result in denial of employment, or, if I am employed, to discharge, no matter when discovered. I understand that this also applies, without limitation to information which I leave unanswered or blank or partially so on this application. I also understand that Loves Park's failure to discover or act on any material omission, false, misleading, unanswered or blanks which I leave on my application does not waive, stop or bar Loves Park from taking action (including, without limitation, termination) against me at any other time.
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The City of Loves Park does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex/ gender, sexual orientation and/or expression, ancestry, national origin, military or veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Loves Park is an equal employment opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will be given an equal opportunity for possible selection and decisions are based on job-related factors. Any complaints of discrimination will be investigated promptly and thoroughly and in a confidential manner.
 
NOTICE OF EXAMINATION FOR THE POSITION OF
POLICE OFFICER IN THE CITY OF LOVES PARK
Pursuant to the Provisions of the Illinois Revised Statutes, Chapter 24, Section 10-2-11, notice is hereby given that the Loves Park Civil Service Commission is taking applications for the position of Police Officer for the Police Department in the City of Loves Park, IL. Applicants must be a citizen of the United States of America, be a minimum of 21 years and the maximum of 34 years, vision corrected 20/20, education-high school diploma or its equivalent, and be of good health and good moral character. Applicants are required to complete a written examination, POWER test and oral interview. Applicants will be given at least 2 weeks advance notice of the date, time and place of the examinations when determined. Successful candidates will be subject to a thorough background investigation.
 
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§ 10-1-11. Notice of the time and place and general scope and fee of every examination shall be given by the commission by publication for 2 weeks preceding such examination in a newspaper of general circulation published in such municipality, but if no newspaper is published in such municipality, then in a newspaper of general circulation in such municipality. Such notice shall also be posted by the commission in a conspicuous place in its office for 2 weeks before such examination. Such further notice of examination may be given as the commission shall prescribe.
65 ILCS 5/10-1-11
4879-9134-8504, v. 1
 
NOTICE OF EXAMINATION FOR THE POSITION OF
LATERAL POLICE OFFICER POSITIONS IN THE CITY OF LOVES PARK
Pursuant to the Provisions of the IL Revised Statutes, Chapter 24, Section 10-2-11, notice is hereby given that the Loves Park Civil Service Commission is taking applications for a lateral entry Police Officer position for the Police Department in the City of Loves Park, IL. Applications for lateral entry Police Officer positions are being accepted on an ongoing basis. Starting salary: $63,122 to $68,731 depending on years of experience. Applicants must be police certified (subject to final approval and waiver by Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board) with at least two (2) and no more than five (5) years of experience as a full-time sworn, certified law enforcement officer at the time of application and must be employed as a law enforcement officer at the time of application. Applicants will be pre-screened by the Department which may consist of an oral interview and/or other assessment of skills, experience, etc.  Selected applicants will then participate in an oral interview with the Commission. Successful applicants will be subject to a thorough character and background investigation and post-offer medical examination and drug screening. Any questions regarding these two examination processes should be directed to Police Chief Mike McCammond at 815-654-5015, mmccammond@lovesparkpolice.org, or at 540 Loves Park Dr., Loves Park, IL 61111. EOE

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Voluntary Equal Employment Opportunity Form

Completion of this form is completely voluntary and will have absolutely no impact on your application. The information requested on this form is being collected to ensure fairness of the selection procedures and will be processed separately from the remainder of the your application. Your participation, n completing this voluntary form would be greatly appreciated.

CERTIFICATION OF HONESTY

I hereby certify that I have not knowingly withheld any information that might adversely affect my chances for employment and that the answers given by me are true and correct to the best of my knowledge. I further certify that I, the undersigned applicant, have personally completed my application. I understand that my omission or misstatement of material fact on this application or on any document used to secure employment shall result in my withdrawal from consideration for employment, or immediate termination from employment.
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I agree to electronically sign this document and assert that I have read, understand, and agree to the terms and conditions.
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You may request a reasonable accommodation to facilitate the application process, including a reasonable accommodation to enable you to participate in the interview process. Applications requesting a reasonable accommodation will be given the same considerations as other applicants.

This application is a questionnaire regarding possible employment. It is not an offer of employment. Loves Park, in its sole discretion, will make a later decision as to whether or not it will make an offer of employment to you. If there is a later decision by Loves Park to hire you, Loves Park will notify you and any later employment is "at will" which means that employment can be terminated at any time with or without cause, reasons or notice.

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