SALARY: $20.00/hr SCHEDULE: Part time MONDAY - SUNDAY 6HR SHIFTS Weekdays: 6:00 PM - Midnight Weekends:  - 9:00 AM - Midnight

START DATE: 05/01/2022

OVERVIEW: The Police Officer is responsible for the protection of the public and natural resources and enforcement of Conduct Ordinance #641. This is an under 30 hour position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Prepare and submit report forms regarding department incidences, equipment, facilities, and other special reports as needed.
2. Solicit public input and respond promptly to inquiries from the public.
3. Maintain a high profile during activities on District property.
4. Demonstrate, support, and enforce District customer service standards.
5. Establish, support, and maintain collaborative efforts with internal and external customers and organizations through attending meetings and participating in community interaction.  Maintain professional relationships with other intergovernmental agencies.
6. Provide security for special District programs as needed.
7. Investigate violations and arrest violators of laws and ordinances within the District.
8. Interact with the public and educate them in Conduct Ordinance #641.
9. Follow District and departmental safety, personnel, and administrative policies, procedures and ordinances.
10. Perform all other duties as required or assigned.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve on committees as needed.
• Transport money to the bank for deposit.
• Assist in equipment inspections in order to maintain safety standards.
• Assist with the promotion of the “Park Watch” crime prevention program.
• Assist with coordinating program efforts with other agencies and organizations to reduce duplication of service.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the laws, regulations, ordinances, policy, liability and current practices affecting law enforcement;
• Perform basic computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets, and databases;
• Knowledge of criminal law and enforcement;
• Ability to keep organized records and reports.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be a currently or previously sworn officer by the State of Illinois.
• Must demonstrate a strong interest in pursuing a career in Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement or related field.
• Valid Illinois State driver's license.
• Valid Illinois firearms owner's certification.
• Certification with the Illinois Law Enforcement Training Standards Board as per Public Act 89-170 part-time officer basic training.
• Certification or ability to obtain certification in First Aid, CPR and AED training.

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS:

• Subject to potentially life-threatening circumstances and/or physical bodily harm.
• Overall stamina and physical condition to perform moderate to strenuous physical activity.  Must receive medical clearance from a District assigned Medical Examiner to perform functions of the job.  Medical evaluation will include a physical examination, evaluation of heart and cardiovascular system, vision and hearing screenings.
• Subject to performing bike patrol by riding a bicycle for extended periods of time.
• Subject to both inside and outside environments.
• Physical agility to maintain mobility from site to site.
• Able to lift medium loads (50lbs.) occasionally.
• Able to drag 185 lbs at least 25 feet infrequently.
• Subject to a modified/flexible work schedule.
• Subject to loud noises.
• Subject to prolonged seated positions and subject to prolonged standing and walking positions.
• Vision and sight (corrected if necessary) to perform functions of the job.