Part-Time Police Officer

Maple Park, IL
Village of Maple Park Police Department

Salary: $30.58 per hour

Position Summary:

The Part-Time Officer will perform general and specialized law enforcement duties in order to preserve public peace; to protect lives, property, the rights of the public; and to enforce statutory laws and municipal ordinances. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty exceptionally. Community policing is a key element of this position. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required.

Requirements:

  • Must be 21 years of age or above
  • Possess a High School Diploma or GED certificate
  • Possess a valid Illinois driver’s license
  • Possess a valid Illinois FOID card
  • Must have graduated from either a full-time police academy or a part-time academy approved by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board and have served as a certified police officer
  • Qualified in the use of firearms
  • Must have a clear record with no arrests involving violent crimes and / or felonies
  • Pass a medical examination and drug test
  • Anyone who has served in the US Military must have been honorably discharged
  • Able to understand and carry out complex oral and written instructions
  • Exercise initiative and discretion in emergency situations
  • Make decisions based upon department policies and training
  • Deal with the public in a tactful manner
  • Have good communication skills
  • Work without direct supervision
  • Must have a working knowledge and / or the ability to access information in criminal and traffic law, and department policy
  • Be of good moral character, of temperate habits, of sound health, and physically and mentally able to perform assigned duties
  • Attend training as required
  • Establish positive relationships with the community

https://villageofmaplepark.org/employment/