Part-Time Police Officer

City of Elmhurst•Elmhurst, IL

13h•$34 - $51•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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