Position Details
The Village of Buffalo Grove is currently seeking a part-time desk officer
Schedule: Two days (Sunday & Monday)/sixteen hours per week on the day shift, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
This position is located at the front desk/reception area at the Police Department under the general supervision of the Police Sergeant. The part-time desk officer is responsible for a variety of clerical duties, communications, and public contact.
Work includes, but is not limited to:
- Operation of telephone, radio, and computer terminal equipment for the receipt and transmission of non-emergency and emergency information.
- Initially, work is closely supervised; however, once typical procedures are learned incumbents are expected to complete normal tasks with limited supervision.
- Involves considerable public contact often under challenging circumstances.
- Recurring work assignments are performed with considerable independence and much of the work is self-initiated.
- Work is performed under the general supervision of the Police Sergeant, who reviews work through observation and review of records for results obtained.
- Perform related duties as assigned or required.
The part-time desk officer should have the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
- Knowledge of the street system and geography of the Village and adjacent areas.
- Knowledge of the principles involved in the operation of radio, telephone and related communications equipment. Ability to work a flexible schedule based on departmental needs.
- Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
- Ability to maintain required records, prepare reports and perform limited typewriting.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Ability to operate radio and telephone equipment quickly and accurately under heavy load conditions.
- Ability to speak clearly and concisely in a well-modulated voice and to use good diction.
- Ability to think and act quickly, calmly and accurately in emergency situations.
- Follows safety policies and procedures. Reports all unsafe conditions and acts to supervisor.
- Reports all accidents to supervisor immediately Follows recognized safe work practices.
Questions regarding the position should be directed to:
Brian Spolar, Deputy Police Chief
bspolar@vbg.org
To Apply:
Qualified candidates should apply on-line at:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/buffalogrove/jobs/5373015/part-time-desk-officer
In addition to completing the on-line application, candidates must attach a cover letter and resume to their on-line application.
Emailed, faxed, mailed or hand delivered applications and/or resumes will not be accepted.
Completed applications and resumes must be completed on-line by Tuesday, June 30th at 4:00 PM.
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