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The profession of law enforcement is very dynamic and an officer's
duties are many and varied. So to prepare and assist new recruits in
becoming proficient, all new Hazel Crest Police Department officers
must comply with the State of Illinois' basic training requirement
which is successful completion of a 400 hour basic training course at
one of the basic training academies recognized by the Illinois Law
Enforcement Training and Standards Board.
The curriculum will also include medical training equivalent to
that contained in the Emergency Medical Services: First Responder
training courses of the National Highway Safety Administration, U.S.
Department of Transportation and the recruit officer must complete a
mandatory firearms training course required by law as well as the
Hazel Crest Police Department's Firearms Training Course prior to
carrying a Firearm.
 Following graduation from the academy, new recruits go
through a 12 week field training program with certified Field Training
Officer(s) as well as instruction in emergency vehicle operations,
CPR, hazardous materials and range qualification.
After successful completion of the recruit's
probationary period which is 18 months, the department continues to
train officers in the latest law enforcement developments and
techniques in areas of cultural awareness, arrest/search and seizure
law, and street gangs, to name but a few.
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Depending on the needs of the department and the community and the
desire and ability of the officer, specialized training in the
following areas may be offered to officers who have successfully
completed the probationary period:
-
 Range Officer
- K9 Handler
- Evidence Technician
- Detective
- Traffic Accident Investigator
- Youth/Juvenile Officers
- D.A.R.E./G.R.E.A.T. Instructor
- Field Training Officer (F.T.O.)
- Breath Alcohol (Breathalyzer) Operator
- Beat Representative/Crime Prevention Officer
- S.S.E.R.T. - South Suburban Emergency Response Team
The Civil Service Commission of the Village of
Hazel Crest is responsible for the selection of civilian
employees of the Hazel Crest Police Department.
 Civilian
employees include: clerk/dispatcher, administrative secretary,
community service officer, and part-time data entry clerk. Specific
qualifications for each position are announced at the time testing is
conducted by the Commission.
The selection process for applicants includes written exam(s),
an oral interview, a background investigation, and a medical
examination. Applicants for clerk/dispatcher will also be
administered a psychological examination.
An eligibility register is published
ranking those who have successfully completed all parts of the
process and is valid for two years.
The Police Department also periodically hires school crossing
guards as part-time seasonal employees who are hired directly by
the Police Department.
The Police Department does offer a Pre-Application Card which
you can complete if you are interested in a particular position.
This card should be returned to the Police Station and when
applications become available for the particular position, you
will be notified by mail to come in to pick up an application.
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 For the Hazel Crest Fire, Rescue, and
Inspectional Services to provide the highest quality of
service requires the commitment of our Part-Time
personnel. If you are a Hazel Crest resident and have an
interest in helping the community, contact the
Department of Fire, Rescue, and Inspectional Services
during regular business hours for more information or
click on this link regarding Part-Time
Employment.
The department is an equal opportunity employer.
The Hazel Crest Department of
Fire, Rescue, & Inspectional Services is staffed by
both career and Part-Time men and women. The Part-Time
members are Hazel Crest residents, your neighbors, who
are taking their available time to help the community. A
Part-Time Firefighter receives the same training as a
career firefighter and has the same responsibilities for
providing emergency services to our residents. Part-Time
members are an important part of our Department's
operations and services.
The Fire Department regularly recruits Part-Time
members. If you have ever thought about becoming a
firefighter or if you have the desire to get involved
with an exciting community service, then this may be a
great opportunity for you. Residents interested in
becoming a member of our team are encouraged to contact
or visit Fire Station #2 to obtain further information.
Informational handouts are always available and staff
members are always willing to answer your questions. We
hope to meet with you soon!! The department is an equal
opportunity employer.
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Hazel
Crest Department of Fire, Rescue,
& Inspectional
Services Part-Time Program
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We provide a wide range of services to the community
which include fire suppression, emergency medical
services, inspection / building department functions,
community education, and public information. Our
staffing consists of 15 career and 22 part-time members.
Our members are trained to the highest possible levels
with Office of the State Fire Marshal certifications,
Paramedic & EMT Basic licensure, and aggressive
pursuit of higher education. We operate out of two fire
stations with a state of the art, apparatus fleet of 2
ALS ambulances, 1 reserve ambulance, 3 pumpers, 1 aerial
ladder, and numerous support vehicles. We are a service
oriented organization and adhere to our Mission of
"providing excellent service to those we serve and
protect".
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Our Part-Time Program is made up of both traditional
Paid On Call members and part-time personnel. All non
career Department members are considered "part-time
" personnel. At the minimum level and based upon
qualifications, part-time members are required to
participate in the shift coverage program. The various
coverage shifts are structured as follows: Monday
through Friday - 1600 to 2100 & 2100 to 0600;
Saturday and Sunday – 0800 to 1600, 1600 to 2100,
& 2100 to 0600 ( 2100 – 0800 on the Saturday
Shift); Various daily coverage shifts based upon need.
Members participating in the shift coverage program must
possess the following minimum certifications:
Firefighter II , Driver/Operator, & Non Probationary
Status. The base hourly pay rate for Firefighter
certification level is $8.50. The hourly pay schedule
increases with rank/certifications (i.e. Firefighter/EMT
Basic - $10.85, Firefighter/Paramedic - $13.25).
In addition to the shift coverage program, part-time
personnel may choose to participate in the call back
program. Participating members are provided a Department
voice pager and would be required, when available, to
respond to their assigned station upon " All Call
" pages. Call back coverage is paid by the hour and
the rate is dependent upon rank/certifications. All
paychecks for part-time personnel are issued on the last
payday of the month. part-time members will also be
eligible for participation in extra curricular events
such as special assignments and public education
details.
Entry level personnel with no fire fighting or
emergency medical experience will receive various levels
of training in preparation for State certifications and
license. The pay rate for this entry level status is
$5.25. All new members will be placed on probationary
status for time periods that are based upon
certifications and licenses. The base time frames are
listed as follows: Entry level member with no experience
- 1 year; Certified Fire Fighter II – 3 months;
Certified Firefighter II with EMT B or Paramedic – 3
months. All personnel will be provided with protective
clothing at the time of hiring. Special order protective
clothing will not be provided until the member has
successfully completed the designated probationary
period.
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Potential part-time members will be required to
complete the following hiring process which could
involve all or portions of the following steps: Step #1
Complete and submit a written application packet. Step
#2 Successful completion of a background check by the
Hazel Crest Police Department. Step #3 Successful
completion of physical ability and written exams. Step
#4 Successful completion of an oral interview. Step #5
Conditional offer of employment and successful
completion of a medical exam.
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The benefits of part-time membership include the
ability to earn extra money while providing a valuable
and exciting service to the community, training
opportunities and job experience, and opportunities for
camaraderie and social activities. Part-time membership
requires dedication, family support, and a desire to
work hard. If you can meet these commitments, then you
will reap the benefits of membership and we look forward
to making you a part of our team!!
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