Melvin Cornelius
Commander
Phone: (815) 280-2748
Email: mcorneli@jjc.edu
Melvin began his career with JJCPD as a patrol officer in 1993. He was promoted to the rank of Commander in 2000 and assists the Chief in the management, operation, supervision, and direction of the department. A native of Joliet, Illinois, Melvin started his career in the 1980’s with the State of Illinois Department of Corrections. As a child, he spent time in Italy where his father was stationed in the U.S. Military. Melvin's participation in the law enforcement community is extensive as illustrated by the following affiliations: member of the International Association of Chiefs of Police, the Illinois Chiefs of Police Association, the Will County Chiefs of Police Association, and the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators. He also donates much of his time mentoring students and working with charitable organizations.
Melvin holds an Associates of Arts Degree from the Joliet Junior College; a Bachelor of Arts – Board of Governors Degree from Governors State University; and a Master's Degree in Public Safety Administration from Lewis University. He has completed training through the Northwestern University School of Police Supervision, School of Police Staff and Command and the Executive Management Program. Melvin is the recipient of the 2004 Northwestern University Public Safety Executive Leadership Award.
Personal Message:
I am proud of our police department and the excellent services that we provide to our community. Education provides a quality of life for our students by helping them obtain the skills that they need to accomplish their goals and dreams. The members of our department our dedicated to making JJC a safe place to learn, work and visit. We consistently establish partnerships with the members of our community. This holistic concept gives community members the opportunity to provide input into how our police services are delivered to their area. When this is accomplished, those in the community see the police as a very viable part of where they live, visit, and attend school.