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Career Opportunities with Pekin Police Department The Pekin Police Department is continually seeking applications from experienced police officers with proven track records and a willingness to serve.  Interested officers may be able to hire laterally, with a more streamlined hiring process.  Please review the requirements.  The Pekin Police Department is accepting applications for entry-level police officers.  Eligible applicants will undergo a written examination, physical agility test and an oral interview on Saturday, May 19, 2012.  Applications are accepted online at: Public Safety Recruitment

The mission of the Pekin Police Department, a committed, service-oriented agency, is to protect life, human rights and property through an effective, proactive partnership with the community.

About the Pekin Police Department

The Pekin Police Department provides assistance and protection of life and property, under the general direction of the City Manager. The department's responsibilities also include the appraisal of Pekin's crime prevention and law enforcement issues and the development of appropriate solutions to meet those needs. This also includes adjusting department methods to better meet the challenges of today's police force.

The department also ensures a friendly and safe community environment through the development, recommendation and administration of the department's operating budget to the City Council. By reviewing and substantiating department funds, and maintaining fiscal controls on department revenues and expenditures, the Pekin Police Department is able to meet the needs of the community.

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Non-Emergency 309-346-3132

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