Police Officer (Part-Time)

• Works varying shifts performing security patrols, traffic control, investigation and first aid at accidents, detection, investigation and arrest of persons involved in crimes or misconduct.
• Works an assigned shift using independent judgment in deciding course of action being expected to handle difficult and emergency situations without assistance.
• Maintains normal availability by radio or telephone, and responds to emergency radio calls.
• Carries out duties in conformance with federal, state, county laws and ordinances.
• Patrols assigned areas to provide a welcoming and safe environment within the preserves.
• Investigates misconduct involving misdemeanors, felonies and other law violations and to otherwise serve and protect.
• Arrests and constrains suspected law violators using reasonable and lawful methods.
• Interrogates suspects, witnesses, and drivers, preserves evidence, investigates and renders assistance at scene of vehicular accidents and takes measurements and draws diagrams of scene.
• Summons ambulances and other law enforcement vehicles as needed based on the situation.
• Conducts follow-up investigations of crimes committed during assigned shift.  
• Seeks out and questions victim, witnesses and suspects including developing leads and preparing for cases and providing testimony. 
• Searches crime scenes.
• Analyzes and evaluates evidence. 
• Prepares a variety of reports and records in an accurate and timely manner
• Practices the philosophy of community-oriented police work including assisting residents when necessary and appropriate and explaining laws and District ordinances to the public.
• Coordinates activities and exchanges information with other officers, other District Divisions, and other law enforcement agencies as needed.
• Maintains contact with Director of Public Safety and Sergeant to coordinate investigation activities. 
• Provides mutual assistance during emergency situations.
• Patrols forest preserve property by emergency equipped vehicle, on foot, bicycle, and/or by use of specialized vehicle (motorcycle, ATV, snowmobile, etc.).
• Provides first aid and CPR to injured preserve users and/or employees.
• Establishes positive relationships with community and preserve users and assists preserve users by providing information and answering questions.
• Maintains vehicles and equipment and reports any equipment failure or damage.
• Attends and/or completes all required training such as firearm training and obtains and maintains required certifications and/or licenses. 
• Open and closes preserve gates as needed.
• Responds to emergency call-outs on a 24-hour, 7-days a week basis.
• Works irregular hours, including weekends, evenings and holidays.
• Possesses and maintains a valid and current Illinois driver’s license free from suspension or revocation during term of employment; must maintain insurability with the District’s fleet insurance carrier.
• Attends professional conferences, workshops and seminars as appropriate within budget parameters and with Department Head approval.   
• Obtains and maintains all required licenses and certifications and keeps up-to-date on professional trends and developments related to position accountabilities
• Performs the job safely and in compliance with District policies, procedures, work and safety rules, the Employee Handbook, and applicable laws and regulations.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications:

• Minimum age: twenty-one
• Completion of high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be a graduate of a State of Illinois basic recruit academy and meet requirements for Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board for Certified Police Officer or eligible to receive a waiver of training.
• Must be legally able to work in the United States.
• Must have experience as a sworn law enforcement officer.
• Must hold a valid Firearm Owner’s ID.
• Must participate in and successfully complete all stages of the testing process, which may include, but are not limited to:
• Extensive background investigation
• Credit check
• Oral interview
• Post offer psychological and drug test
• Must not have been convicted of a felony or certain misdemeanors, as defined by statute.

Contact:

Shelley Kouzes, Human Resources

1996 South Kirk Road, Suite 320

Geneva IL 60134

630-208-8662 

hrforest@kaneforest.com

www.kaneforest.com/careers

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