Police Officer (Part-Time)

Posted: March 22, 2019

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.

• 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.

Wage: The starting wage is $26.98 per hour. Hours: Approximately sixty four (64) hours per month.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately. Submit completed application at www.elmhurst.org. url: https://jobapply.page.link/oVYN Only on-line job applications are accepted.

The City provides equal opportunity and offers reasonable accommodations in all programs and employment.