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Job Opening

5/2/2025

Job Opening

City of Shawneetown Police Department

The Shawneetown Police Department is accepting applications for a full-time, certified officer. Requirements and an application may be picked up at the Shawneetown City Hall or found online at cityofshawneetown.com under “Applications/Documents.” All questions about salary/benefits may be posed to City Clerk Matt Martin at cityofshawneetown@gmail.com. Completed applications may be dropped off at Shawneetown City Hall by Monday, May 12, 2025.

Requirements

  • A Basic Law Enforcement Training Course completion certificate is required from a sanctioned Illinois training facility for a full-time patrolman.
  • All applicants must pass a background check that will satisfy the Illinois State Training Board
  • All applicants must have a valid Illinois Driver’s License.

Benefits

  • Salary to be determined based on officer experience and credentials 
  • Health and Life Insurance (80/20)
  • IMRF Retirement
  • Vacation/Sick time