Community Service Officer – Part-time

Are you passionate about helping others, and making a difference in the community?  The City of DeKalb is hiring a Part-Time Community Service Officer (CSO). This non-sworn, civilian role supports public safety by providing a variety of non-emergency services to the DeKalb community.

As a CSO, you will assist residents, support police department personnel, and help maintain safety at events and during daily operations—without performing duties that involve arrests or active crime response. This role is a great opportunity for anyone interested in public service or exploring a future in law enforcement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responding to radio-dispatched calls and providing appropriate non-emergency assistance
• Rendering first aid and offering general assistance to community members
• Handling non-emergency calls, such as abandoned or disabled vehicles, lost property, and vehicle lockouts
• Patrolling assigned areas on foot and in a vehicle; conducting premise checks
• Enforcing parking, animal, and other City ordinances; issuing parking tickets
• Participating in community events
• Serving in low-risk roles such as traffic control when needed
• Performing vacation house checks for out-of-town residents

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Coursework in Criminal Justice preferred
• Valid driver’s license
• Availability to work varied shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to become LEADS certified within 6 months of hire

Position Details:

• Part-time: 15–20 hours per week
• Starting pay: $23.34 per hour
• This position does not include benefits
• Schedule varies based on department needs, including some shift, weekend, and holiday work

Initial review of applications to begin May 4th. The position will remain open until filled.

The City of DeKalb is an Equal Opportunity Employer