POLICE OFFICER BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

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1 Village of Wilmette Police Department Thank you for your interest in the Village of Wilmette Police Department. Please read this document carefully, paying particular attention to deadlines and required documents: POLICE OFFICER BASIC REQUIREMENTS: $20.00 non-refundable application fee; Four Year College Degree in any field: *Original Official College/University Transcripts indicating attainment of four (4) year degree MUST be submitted by noon on November 29, 2010; * If you are graduating in Winter , you MUST submit a CURRENT copy of College/University transcripts by noon on application deadline (11/29/10) as proof that you are working toward attaining a four (4) year degree. Copy of your Original Official College/University transcript indicating attainment of degree must be submitted by 12 noon on Friday, February 4, 2011 to Public Safety Recruitment (address provided on checklist); Valid Driver s License; 21 through 44 years of age by November 29, 2010; Applicants must submit proof that they have passed the Illinois Peace Officer Wellness Evaluation Report (P.O.W.E.R.) within the past year as of November 29, 2010; *The Northeastern Illinois Public Safety Training Academy (NIPSTA) will be offering a POWER test assessment on Saturday, October 16, 2010 AND Saturday, November 20, For more information contact NIPSTA at (847) or visit Registration must be completed at least three (3) days PRIOR to the selected test date. The ability to perform the essential functions of the position of Police Officer with or without reasonable accommodation; Good Driving Record. THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE CONTAINED IN THIS PACKET: Application Instructions Village of Wilmette Police Officer Recruitment Procedure Overview: Village of Wilmette & Wilmette Police Department Village of Wilmette Police Officer Benefit Package Frequently Asked Questions Checklist: Wilmette Police Department Application Americans with Disabilities Act Reasonable Accommodations of an Applicant Wilmette Police Officer Job Description Wilmette Police Department Application Consent Form High School, College, University Diploma Release Form Public Safety Recruitment 1127 S. Mannheim Rd., #203 Westchester, IL HIRE

2 WILMETTE POLICE OFFICER APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: 1) Please review the BASIC REQUIREMENTS for the position. Make sure that you meet each requirement (except for the college degree requirement, see 2 nd bullet point) as of the date of the application deadline (November 29, 2010). 2) Copies of the following documents MUST accompany your application: CERTIFICATE OF LIVE BIRTH FROM A COUNTY OR MUNICIPAL OFFICE, ORIGINAL OFFICIAL COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS, NATURALIZATION CERTIFICATE IF BORN OUTSIDE THE U.S., and MILITARY DISCHARGE PAPERS. If you are graduating from college in winter of , proof of degree must be submitted by February 4, 2011; a current college transcript must be submitted by November 29, Completed Application and Required documents not received by the deadline will cause the applicant to be ineligible for further consideration in the process. 3) Complete the HIGH SCHOOL, COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY DIPLOMA FORM and sign and date. 4) Sign the CONSENT FORM regarding the release of test results. 5) Submit PROOF that you have PASSED THE ILLINOIS PEACE OFFICER WELLNESS EVALUATION REPORT (P.O.W.E.R.) TEST within the past year as of November 29, **The Northeastern Illinois Public Safety Training Academy (NIPSTA) will be offering a POWER test assessment on Saturday, October 16, 2010 AND Saturday, November 20, For more information contact NIPSTA at (847) or visit Registration must be completed at least three (3) days PRIOR to selected POWER test date. 6) RETURN YOUR COMPLETED APPLICATION AND ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (except for proof of four (4) year college degree if graduating in Winter of ) by 12 NOON on Monday, November 29, 2010 to Public Safety Recruitment, ATTN.: Wilmette, 1127 S. Mannheim Rd., Suite 203, Westchester, IL (SEE CHECKLIST!). Faxed applications (pgs. 1-10) and required release documents (pgs 11-12) will not be accepted. Documents may be delivered by hand during business hours or by mail; traceable courier is suggested to ensure timely delivery. Required documents received AFTER the deadline will cause the applicant to be ineligible for further consideration in the process. No applications will be accepted at the orientation session / written exam. 7) Attend Written Exam on Saturday, December 11, 2010 at Loyola Academy, 1100 Laramie Avenue, Wilmette, IL Orientation begins promptly at 8:30 AM and testing will immediately follow (allow 3.5 hours for testing). Arrive by 8:00 AM with photo identification (valid Driver s License or State ID) to sign in; NO LATE ADMITTANCE. Candidates will be eligible to participate in the written exam ONLY IF they have submitted the application and required documents by Monday, November 29, All portions of the testing process are mandatory. Failure to attend and successfully complete any portion of the process will result in elimination from employment consideration. If you have any questions, please contact Public Safety Recruitment HIRE ~ info@publicsafetyrecruitment.com 9 am 5 pm Monday through Thursday and 9 am 3 pm on Friday CLOSED HOLIDAYS AND WEEKENDS

3 Village of Wilmette Board of Fire and Police Commissioners POLICE OFFICER RECRUITMENT PROCEDURE APPLICATIONS AVAILABLE: Through MONDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2010, concluding at 12:00 p.m. Visit to pay the application fee and download the PAPER application and release forms. PHYSICAL FITNESS EXAMINATION: Applicants must submit proof that they have passed the Illinois Peace Officer Wellness Evaluation Report (POWER) test within the past year as of November 29, The Northeastern Illinois Public Safety Training Academy (NIPSTA) will be offering a POWER Test assessment on SATURDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2010 AND SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 20, For more information, contact NIPSTA at or visit their website at WRITTEN EXAMINATION: The Written Examination will be held on SATURDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2010, at Loyola Academy, 1100 Laramie Avenue. The orientation will begin promptly at 8:30am and the exam will follow (Allow 3.5 hours). To be eligible to take the written exam, applicants must have submitted their application, additional required forms and POWER Test certification by NOON on MONDAY, NOVEMBER 29, No exceptions. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education: Four Year College Degree (any field) Age: 21 through 44 by November 29, 2010 Other: Excellent Moral Character, Valid Driver s License, Good Driving Record THE FOLLOWING EXAMINATIONS WILL FOLLOW IF THE VILLAGE OF WILMETTE BOARD OF FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSIONERS NOTIFIES YOU: Administrative Interview: Conducted by members of the Wilmette Police Department. (Allow 1 hour) THE FOLLOWING EXAMINATIONS WILL FOLLOW IF THE VILLAGE OF WILMETTE BOARD OF FIRE AND POLICE COMMISSIONERS GRANTS YOU A CONDITIONAL OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT: Psychological Examination: Conducted by a private firm specializing in organizational psychology. (Allow 4 hours) Polygraph Examination: Conducted by a private firm. The areas of polygraph inquiries include theft, buying/selling stolen property, criminal convictions, paying/receiving bribes, undetected criminal involvement, verification of application, past employment history, use of illegal drugs, work related alcohol use, and the use of excessive physical force. (Allow 2 hours) Medical Examination: Medical exam and drug screen conducted by a private physician specializing in occupational medicine. (Allow 3 hours) Background Investigation: Conducted by members of the Wilmette Police Department. The investigation will be conducted to obtain verifications of the candidate s qualifying credentials, review the candidate s criminal record (if any), and verify at least three (3) personal references. Oral Interview: Conducted by the Village of Wilmette Board of Fire and Police Commissioners at Village Hall, 1200 Wilmette Avenue. (Allow 1 hour)

4 Overview: Village of Wilmette &Wilmette Police Department The Community The Village of Wilmette is a progressive upper-middle class residential community with a population of 27,000 and an area of 5.4 square miles. Located along Lake Michigan s shoreline just north of Chicago, Wilmette has long been noted for its beautiful lakefront. Historic architecture, beautiful parks and beaches, tree-lined streets, and attractive shopping areas make Wilmette one of Chicago s most popular suburbs. Wilmette is also known for its quality public services, outstanding school system, economic stability, and progressive governmental leadership. Wilmette residents tend to be college-educated professionals who are very supportive of the police. The Government Wilmette operates under the Council-Manager form of government with legislative authority vested in the Village President and Board of six Trustees. These elected officials provide policy direction to a full-time professional Village Manager who supervises the staff and the day-to-day operations of the Village. The Department The Wilmette Police Department is an excellent law enforcement agency in which to begin and spend your career. The Department has 45 sworn officers, 20 civilian employees, and excellent facilities and equipment. The Wilmette Police provide a full range of law enforcement services, responding to between 15,000 and 20,000 calls each year. The Operations Division of the department is divided into six functional areas: patrol, traffic, criminal investigations, juvenile investigations, community relations/crime prevention, and police social worker. In 1986 the Wilmette Police Department became just the 3 rd agency in Illinois and the 29 th nationwide to earn accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies. Wilmette is in the upper 1% of police departments in the country in officer education, with 90% of our officers having four-year college degrees. Wilmette Officers enjoy one of the finest in-service training programs available. Training is a top priority and is managed in a way that is sensitive to both the needs of the department and the career interests of the individual. Full-time assignments in the department exist in patrol, criminal & juvenile investigations, and research & development. Additionally, assignments within patrol include forensic specialist, regional SWAT team, field training officer, firearms instructor, DUI specialist, and accident reconstructionist. The Hiring Process The written examination scores and application forms of all candidates meeting the requirements are forwarded to the Wilmette Board of Fire and Police Commissioners. The Board will compile an eligibility list in ranked numeric order of those candidates who have passed both the physical fitness examination and the written examination. Once the list is posted, it will remain valid for a minimum of a six-month period. The Board may extend, for six (6) month increments, the list up to a maximum of 2 years. The top 25 candidates will be invited to an administrative (panel) interview to evaluate each candidate s suitability for the position of police officer. As vacancies occur, the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will make conditional offers of employment contingent on the successful completion of the following steps: Psychological Examination, Polygraph Examination, Medical Examination, Background Investigation, and Oral Examination by the Board. Those candidates who satisfactorily complete these steps will be appointed as Probationary Police Officers pending the successful completion of the training academy and an 18-month probation period. The following examinations will follow if the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners notifies you: Administrative Interview: Conducted by members of the Wilmette Police Department. (Allow 1 hr.) The following examinations will follow if the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners grants you a conditional offer of employment: Psychological Examination: Conducted by a private firm specializing in organizations psychology (Allow 4 hrs.) Polygraph Examination: Conducted by a private firm. The areas of polygraph inquiries include theft, buying/selling stolen property, criminal convictions, paying/receiving bribes, undetected criminal involvement, verification of application, past employment history, use of illegal drugs, work related alcohol use, and the use of excessive physical force. (Allow 2 hrs.) Medical Examination: Medical exam and drug screen conducted by a private physician specializing in occupational medicine. (Allow 3 hrs.) Background Investigation: Conducted by members of the Wilmette Police Department. The investigation will be conduced to obtain verifications of the candidate s qualifying credentials, review the candidate s criminal record (if any), and verify at least three (3) personal references. Oral Interview: Conducted by the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners at Village Hall, 1200 Wilmette Ave. (Allow 1 hr.)

5 Village of Wilmette Police Officer Benefit Package STARTING SALARY: $64,392 SALARY AFTER 4 YEARS: $79,425 TIME OFF WITH PAY Twelve floating holidays - Floating holidays are granted in consideration of New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, July 4 th, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Day as well as one (1) additional floating day. Vacation - Ten regular working days per year for the first four years of employment. Sick leave - Employees earn one sick day per month. Emergency Leave - This leave may be taken for up to three days in a year due to an unexpected occurrence (such as sudden illness of family member) that requires the employee's presence. Funeral Leave - This leave may be taken for up to three consecutive days due to a family member s death. (Family, as defined by the Internal Revenue Service.) INSURANCE Health Insurance - Two health care/hospitalization plans: an HMO (HMO Illinois Blue Cross/Blue Shield) and a PPO through the North Suburban Employee Benefit Cooperative. Flexible Benefit Program - Village provides employees with $60 per month for use in the Flexible Benefit Plan. Money may be used for paying any health insurance premiums; purchasing dental insurance; dependent care; or as taxable additional income paid quarterly. Section 125 Flexible Spending Plan Village provides employees the option of converting compensation from cash to benefits to pay dependent care expenses and other out of pocket medical expenses. Dental Insurance - Village offers a dental insurance program for the employees and dependents. Life Insurance - Village provides term life insurance equal to 150% of employee s salary, up to $110,000. PENSION AND DISABILITY PLAN All sworn police officers are covered by the Village of Wilmette Police Pension Fund. The pension fund provides mandatory retirement and disability benefits per state law. Sworn Police employees contribute 9.91% of their salary to the plan and the Village's contribution varies in order to meet the state prescribed funding formula. Upon retirement, a police officer age 50 with at least 20 years of service is entitled to a pension of 50 % of the officer's salary. The pension may increase to as much as 75% of the officer's salary if the officer has 30+ years of service. If a police officer, as a result of an act of duty, is disabled and can not perform the duties of the position, the officer will be granted a disability pension as deemed by the Police Pension Board of 65% of the officer's salary at that time. If the disability is the result of any cause other than work related, the disability pension is 50% of the officer's salary. OTHER BENEFITS Participation in PEBSCO or ICMA-Retirement Corporation deferred Compensation Plans Tuition Reimbursement Employee Assistance Program

6 Must I be a Wilmette resident? FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS No. There is no residency requirement for this position. I have an Associates Degree and military experience. Is that acceptable in lieu of a four year degree? No, a four year (Bachelor s) degree is required for this position, regardless of other experience and/or education. I have not graduated from my college with a four year degree yet, but will later this winter Will that allow me to meet the four year degree requirement? Yes, if that can be verified by February 4, Proof of receipt of a four (4) year degree will be accepted up to and on February 4, 2011 for a four year degree earned by this date. Can I receive credits or points for Military or other Law Enforcement experience? No credits or points are given for these items and they cannot be accepted in lieu of a 4 year degree. Do you take lateral transfers from other police departments? No preference will be given to applicants from other departments during the recruitment phase, however, law enforcement experience may result in a higher starting pay rate. Do traffic citations and other minor offenses count against me? They may, depending on the seriousness and frequency of the violations. The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners will make that determination. What must my age be by the date of the examinations in order to qualify for application? You must be 21 through 44 years of age as of the day of the application (November 29, 2010). What is the vision requirement? The eye exam requirement (far or distance vision) is 20/40 regular or corrected. What is the expected duration of the selection process? The eligibility register will be established in early 2011 by the Fire and Police Commissioners. The top 25 candidates will be invited to a panel interview by police personnel. Conditional offers are expected to be made in June or July, and others may be extended as needed until the list expires. The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners may extend the list in six (6) month increments up to a maximum of two (2) years. What is your policy on re-application? If you are not successful in this testing process, we invite you to test again the next time the department offers a testing process.

7 CHECKLIST: WILMETTE POLICE DEPARTMENT APPLICATION PAPER Application: Deadline: Noon on 11/29/2010 Paper Application <pages 1 10> WRITE YOUR CONFIRMATION NUMBER HERE: (The confirmation page immediately follows the payment section online) Required Forms: Deadline: Noon on 11/29/2010 *No photocopies or fax copies of Release Documents will be accepted. You must submit the ORIGINAL DOCUMENTS WITH ORIGINAL SIGNATURES. Acceptable witness signatures include adult family members and friends. Village of Wilmette Consent Form* <page 11> High School, College, University Diploma Release* <page 12> Other Required Documents: Deadline: Noon on 11/29/2010 PROOF of 4 Year Degree = Original Official College/University Transcript indicating attainment of four (4) year Degree. TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE OFFICIAL. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY DIPLOMA NOT ACCEPTED. OR If you are graduating from college in Winter , SUBMIT A COPY OF YOUR CURRENT COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY TRANSCRIPTS. You will have to submit Original Official transcripts by noon on Friday, February 4, 2011 to provide proof that you have completed your four (4) year degree in Winter COPY of valid Driver s License (copy of front and back if you received a renewal sticker) COPY of Birth Certificate issued from a County or Municipal Office (Hospital issued Birth Certificates NOT accepted.) COPY of Naturalization Papers (ONLY if born outside of the U.S.) COPY of Military Discharge Papers (If applicable) COPY of Certified POWER (Illinois Peace Officer Wellness Evaluation Report) Test Certification issued within the past year (as of November 29, 2010). Copy of Confirmation Number (this will be sent to your after your payment has been received.) Proof of Degree if Graduating in Winter : Deadline: Noon on 02/04/2011 Original Official College/University Transcripts indicating attainment of four (4) year degree. (ONLY if you are graduating from college in Winter can you submit transcripts on this date.) Send Proof of Degree to: Public Safety Recruitment, Attn: Wilmette - Degree Info 1127 S. Mannheim Rd, #203 Westchester, IL I/O Solutions is not responsible for late, misdirected or incomplete application submissions. You may drop your application documents off in person or by mail. PLEASE SUBMIT COMPLETED APPLICATION, RELEASE FORMS & OTHER REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO: PUBLIC SAFETY RECRUITMENT ATTN: WILMETTE 1127 S. MANNHEIM RD., SUITE 203 WESTCHESTER, IL DO NOT SUBMIT APPLICATION OR REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO THE DEPARTMENT OR VILLAGE OF WILMETTE.

8 V I L L A G E O F W I L M E T T E 1200 Wilmette Avenue WILMETTE, ILLINOIS (847) FAX (847) AMERICANS WITH DISABLITIES ACT REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION OF AN APPLICANT Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodation must be provided in the job application process to enable a qualified applicant to have an equal opportunity to be considered for a position. The Village of Wilmette is obligated to make an accommodation only to the known limitations of an otherwise qualified individual with a disability. It is the responsibility of the applicant with a disability to inform the Village of Wilmette that an accommodation is needed to participate in the application process. The Village of Wilmette is not required to provide an accommodation if unaware of the need. An applicant seeking an accommodation for any phase of the initial selection process (i.e. orientation, physical fitness test or written examination) shall file a written request at least ten (10) days prior to the date the selection step is held for which an accommodation is being sought. If any member of the Village staff is approached during any phase of the selection process by a candidate requesting an accommodation in order to participate in that process, the individual should be referred immediately to Michael Braiman, Assistant Secretary to the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners, at (847) The Assistant Secretary shall provide the applicant with the procedure for requesting a reasonable accommodation. Village staff shall not authorize or approve an accommodation or suggest such approval and shall not allow the applicant to continue in the process with the benefit of the accommodation, without the express written authorization of the Assistant Secretary.

9 Wilmette Police Officer Job Description Duties and Responsibilities Wilmette Police Officers define their role as community problem-solvers, not merely enforcers of the law. We develop partnerships with community groups and individuals to identify and resolve problems, with the goal of keeping a high quality of life in Wilmette. We work with youth to prevent delinquency. We enforce state and local laws and ordinances through arrest, citation and warnings. We identify and apprehend offenders; use less-lethal and/or lethal force; engage in foot or vehicular pursuit; conduct interviews and interrogations; locate witnesses; seize contraband; conduct warrant checks; perform surveillance; search persons and places; attend court and testify in the trial process; and prepare written reports on assigned tasks; Officers are generally assigned to patrol a defined beat area by car, mountain bike, or on foot, making routine checks of commercial and residential areas, looking for hazardous, unusual or suspicious conditions requiring police action or assistance. We also assist injured, elderly and disabled persons; administer first aid; direct and control traffic; investigate suspicious persons and vehicles; and secure accident, crime and disaster scenes. Full-time assignments are available in Patrol, Criminal and Juvenile Investigations, and School Resource Officer. Part-time assignments: Forensic Specialist Regional Major Crimes Investigator Regional Burglary Investigator Regional SWAT Team Major Crash Investigator Drugged/DUI Driver Detection Firearms Instructor Bicycle Patrol Defensive Tactics Instructor Fitness Specialist Field Training Officer Truck Weight Enforcement Specialist

10 Public Safety Employment Application WILMETTE POLICE DEPARTMENT EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT It is the express policy of the Village of Wilmette to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, physical disability, political affiliation, or national origin. PERSONAL INFORMATION Name (Last) (First) (Middle) List all other names or aliases you have used, or by which you have been known. Include maiden name. Present Street Address City, State, ZIP & County Home Telephone Cell Phone Social Security Number Date of Birth Age Address Gender: Male Female Are you authorized to work in the United States? Yes No Proof of your legal status to work in the United States will be required after you are hired Wilmette Police Officer Recruitment REQUIRED DOCUMENT PAGE 1 of 12

11 EDUCATIONAL HISTORY List the schools you have attended and provide the other requested information. Colleges: Name and address of school(s) Years Completed Graduated? Dates attended 1. Yes No 2. Yes No 3. Yes No 4. Yes No As of February 4, 2011 will you have obtained any of the following? Bachelor's Degree: Yes No Master's Degree: Yes No RESIDENCES List your addresses for the last ten years, starting with present address first. Address (City, State, ZIP) From (Month/Year) To (Month/Year) Wilmette Police Officer Recruitment REQUIRED DOCUMENT PAGE 2 of 12

12 EMPLOYMENT List all jobs you have held for the last ten years. Please put your present or most recent job first. Be sure to include military service and/or periods of unemployment in the sequence. 1. Employer s Name Type of Business Address/City/State/ZIP Name and Title of Supervisor Telephone Number From (Month/Year) To (Month/Year) Salary Title or Position What were your duties Reason for Leaving May your employer be contacted? Yes No 2. Employer s Name Type of Business Address/City/State/ZIP Name and Title of Supervisor Telephone Number From (Month/Year) To (Month/Year) Salary Title or Position What were your duties Reason for Leaving May your employer be contacted? Yes No 2010 Wilmette Police Officer Recruitment REQUIRED DOCUMENT PAGE 3 of 12

13 3. Employer s Name Type of Business Address/City/State/ZIP Name and Title of Supervisor Telephone Number From (Month/Year) To (Month/Year) Salary Title or Position What were your duties Reason for Leaving May your employer be contacted? Yes No 4. Employer s Name Type of Business Address/City/State/ZIP Name and Title of Supervisor Telephone Number From (Month/Year) To (Month/Year) Salary Title or Position What were your duties Reason for Leaving May your employer be contacted? Yes No 2010 Wilmette Police Officer Recruitment REQUIRED DOCUMENT PAGE 4 of 12

14 5. Employer s Name Type of Business Address/City/State/ZIP Name and Title of Supervisor Telephone Number From (Month/Year) To (Month/Year) Salary Title or Position What were your duties Reason for Leaving May your employer be contacted? Yes No ACQUAINTANCE/REFERENCES Please provide the names of five adults NOT related to you, whom you have known for a period of (preferably) more than five years. All persons to whom you refer will be asked to appraise your character, ability, experience, personality, and other qualities. 1. Name Home Telephone Number Address/City/State/ZIP Work/Cell Telephone Number Relationship Years Known 2. Name Home Telephone Number Address/City/State/ZIP Work/Cell Telephone Number Relationship Years Known 2010 Wilmette Police Officer Recruitment REQUIRED DOCUMENT PAGE 5 of 12

15 3. Name Home Telephone Number Address/City/State/ZIP Work/Cell Telephone Number Relationship Years Known 4. Name Home Telephone Number Address/City/State/ZIP Work/Cell Telephone Number Relationship Years Known 5. Name Home Telephone Number Address/City/State/ZIP Work/Cell Telephone Number Relationship Years Known Driving & Personal History 1. Has your driver s license ever been suspended, revoked or have you ever been issued a judicial driving permit? Yes No If yes, please explain. 2. Were you ever suspended or expelled from any school? Yes No If yes, please explain Wilmette Police Officer Recruitment REQUIRED DOCUMENT PAGE 6 of 12

16 3. Are you in arrears of paying child support? Yes No If yes, please explain. 4. Have you ever been convicted or pled guilty to any one of the following: (a) Involuntary Manslaughter/Reckless Homicide. (b) Leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident involving property damage, injury or death. (c) Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. (d) Fleeing or eluding a police officer. (e) Driving while license was suspended or revoked. (f) Reckless Driving. Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No Yes No If you answered yes to any of the above, please provide information which explains the date, location, nature of the offense, and sentence. DATE LOCATION NATURE OF OFFENSE SENTENCE 5. Have you ever been convicted of or pled guilty to a felony or misdemeanor (other than a traffic misdemeanor) in any jurisdiction? Yes No If yes, please provide the following information: TYPE OF JURISDICTION OFFENSE DATE OF OFFENSE SENTENCE OR PENALTY 2010 Wilmette Police Officer Recruitment REQUIRED DOCUMENT PAGE 7 of 12

17 6. Please answer the following: (a) Have you ever used marijuana? (b) Have you ever used any illegal drug other than marijuana? (c) Have you ever been involved with the sale and/or distribution of illegal drugs? If you wish to clarify any of the above answers, please do so. Yes No Yes No Yes No Employment & Military History 1. Have you ever been discharged or forced to resign from employment? Yes No If yes, please explain (include employer s name and address). 2. If you were a member of the U.S. Military Service, were you dishonorably discharged? Yes No If yes, explain in detail Wilmette Police Officer Recruitment REQUIRED DOCUMENT PAGE 8 of 12

18 VILLAGE OF WILMETTE POLICE APPLICATION ESSAY QUESTION Please state your reasons for seeking the position for which you are applying and what you believe to be your qualifications for the position of Police Officer (Use a minimum of 100 words) Wilmette Police Officer Recruitment REQUIRED DOCUMENT PAGE 9 of 12

19 ESSAY CONTINUATION SHEET (You may print this page as needed) 2010 Wilmette Police Officer Recruitment REQUIRED DOCUMENT PAGE 10 of 12

20 V I L L A G E O F W I L M E T T E 1200 Wilmette Avenue WILMETTE, ILLINOIS CONSENT FORM I hereby voluntarily consent to the disclosure, in its discretion, by the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners of the Village of Wilmette of the various test results to other testing agencies within the testing process. Agreed to: Date Applicant Name, printed Applicant Signature Date Witness Name, printed Date Witness Signature Date DO NOT SUBMIT WITHOUT OBTAINING A WITNESS SIGNATURE FROM AN ADULT FAMILY MEMBER OR FRIEND RESIDING IN THE U.S Wilmette Police Officer Recruitment REQUIRED DOCUMENT PAGE 11 of 12

21 CONSENT HIGH SCHOOL, COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY DIPLOMA I hereby consent to an investigation to determine the authenticity my high school or General Education Diploma, college, or University diploma. I hereby authorize my secondary school or its equivalent to release such information regarding the authenticity of my high school (or its equivalent), college, or university diploma to representatives of the Village of Wilmette, Village of Wilmette Board of Fire and Police Commissioners or I/O Solutions, Inc. RELEASE I understand that by this written authorization that information gathered regarding the authenticity my diploma or its equivalent will be disclosed to third parties. I hereby consent to the release of results of the investigation of the authenticity my diploma or its equivalent to authorized representatives of the Village of Wilmette, Village of Wilmette Board of Fire and Police Commissioners or to I/O Solutions, Inc. for appropriate review and dissemination to those municipalities and/or Police/Fire departments (whichever is applicable) to which I have made application for employment or to which I will make application for employment. By executing this form I release, discharge and hold harmless the Village of Wilmette, the Village of Wilmette, Board of Fire and Police Commissioners, and I/O Solutions, Inc., its directors, officers, staff, employees, agents, representatives, and assignees from any and all claims, demands, actions, fees and causes of action, suits at law, proceedings in equity, and liability that may arise by reason of the investigation of the authenticity of my high school (or its equivalent), college, or university diploma and the disclosure of the results of that investigation as authorized herein by me. Agreed to: Date Applicant Name, printed Applicant Signature Date Witness Name, printed Date Witness Signature Date DO NOT SUBMIT WITHOUT OBTAINING A WITNESS SIGNATURE FROM AN ADULT FAMILY MEMBER OR FRIEND RESIDING IN THE U.S Wilmette Police Officer Recruitment REQUIRED DOCUMENT PAGE 12 of 12