Applicants Sought For New Police Commander Roles In Lisle

LISLE, IL — Applications are now open for a new mid-level management role with the Lisle Police Department (LPD). Two new commander positions have been added amid a new rank restructuring within the LPD.

The rank restructuring ordinance was approved by village council in November. The changes also require just one deputy chief, whereas the former ordinance had called for two. Two sergeant roles were also added, increasing LPD's number of sergeants to seven.

Police commanders will rank just below the deputy chief.

The commanders will supervise staff in their division, manage daily operations and special projects, respond to emergencies and critical incidents and perform other procedural duties. To be eligible, candidates must hold the rank of sergeant with LPD or another police department in Illinois. They must also have a bachelor's degree in criminal justice or a related field, though a masters degree is preferred, according to the job application.

The deadline to apply for a police commander role is Dec. 21.