Part-Time Police Officer
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City of Elmhurst
Part-Time Police Officer
Position Summary
This part-time position involves a variety of police duties including maintaining law and order, preserving peace, preventing crime, apprehending offenders, recovering lost/stolen property, and maintaining custody of prisoners. Provides security and generally non-patrol duties, including directing traffic, event security, and other duties as required. Delivers outstanding customer service to residents and visitors of the City of Elmhurst. Part-time Police Officers carry firearms only when in uniform and in the performance of job duties with the permission of the Chief of Police.
*This position does not advance to a full time police officer position. There is a separate application and testing process for full-time police officers.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Twenty-one years of age or older.
- Must be a citizen of the United States.
- Possession of a valid driver’s license.
- Graduate of a State of Illinois basic recruit academy and meets requirements for Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board for Certified Police Officer.
- Experience as a sworn law enforcement officer.
- A certified law enforcement officer in the State of Illinois.
- Must hold a valid Firearms Owners Identification card.
- Must participate in and successfully complete all stages of the testing process, which may include but not limited to: oral interview, polygraph examination, extensive background investigation and post offer physical/drug test.
- Must not have been convicted of a felony or certain misdemeanors, as defined by statute.
- Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays.
- Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this role.
Wages and Benefits:
Wage: $33.91-$50.87 per hour DOQ. Benefits: 1 pro-rated week of PTO per year. May use accrued PTO for vacation leave, sick leave, personal leave or holidays.
Hours:
Approximately sixty four (64) hours per month.
Application Instructions:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter at Elmhurst.org/jobs and position is open until filled.
The City of Elmhurst is an equal opportunity employer