Park Service Officer

Fox Valley Park District Police Department

Contact Information

Address:

Website:

• www.foxvalleyparkdistrict.org

Phone:

• 630-264-7421

Email:

• jlogan@fvpd.net

Application Deadline:

• Until Filled

Salary:

• Minimum Starting Rate: $15/hour, depending on qualifications

Sworn:

• 25

Population:

• 233,000

Position Details

QUALIFICATIONS:

• The individual must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Some basic security or law enforcement training is highly desirable.
• Preference will be given to candidates pursuing a degree in criminal justice or related field.
• Must have effective communication skills in both verbal and written formats.
• Must be dependable, possess leadership skills, and be attentive to details.
• Bilingual/Spanish ability preferred.
• Familiarity with Aurora/Fox Valley Park District coverage areas is highly desired.
• Must successfully pass a criminal history check, which is free of misdemeanor convictions within the last 5 years with no felony convictions.
• Must possess a valid Illinois driver's license.
• Must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen. 

DUTIES:

The Park Service Officer, under the direction of the Deputy Chief, assists Police Officers in various non-sworn law enforcement tasks.

The Park Service Officer will:

• Supervise sports games
• Assist with writing tickets
• Report public or private disputes, observed violations of local ordinances and state law to sworn law enforcement officers
• Maintain order 

This is an at-will position.

The Fox Valley Park District is a dynamic and growing park district that serves a diverse population of more than 233,000 people. Recognized as an Illinois Distinguished Agency, Fox Valley holds the nation's highest honor as a National Gold Medal Award winner for excellence in park and recreation management. Serving the communities of Aurora, Montgomery and North Aurora. The district maintains 165 parks and 48 miles of interconnected regional trails amid 2,500 acres of parkland. Sharing the shores of the Fox River, our communities are united by the district's commitment to promote vibrant, healthy lifestyles through fun and safe recreation opportunities that are environmentally and fiscally responsible.

To Apply:

https://foxvalleyparkdistrictilemployees.munisselfservice.com//EmploymentOpportunities/JobDetail.aspx?req=41&sreq=13&form=APP&desc=PARK%20SERVICE%20OFFICER

The Fox Valley Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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