Glen Ellyn, IL – Community Service Officer (Part-time)

DESCRIPTION:

The Village of Glen Ellyn’s Police Department is seeking qualified candidates for the position of part-time Community Service Officer “CSO”. The job duties of the CSO include, but are not limited to, performing a variety of technical and administrative tasks in support of the Police Department’s operations; to enforce State and local traffic and parking regulations; to perform limited investigative work, and to provide responsive, courteous, and efficient service to Village residents and the general public.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Patrol streets for violation of laws and ordinances and take appropriate action.
• Answer calls for service involving animal complaints, parking and traffic issues, vehicle lockouts, abandoned vehicles, hazards, and other situations requiring police assistance or intervention.
• Monitor parking systems for proper payment, and issue tickets if necessary.
• Deliver and pick-up miscellaneous packages for the Police Department

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Minimum one (1) year of previous Professional work experience or related specialized training.  Previous work experience in public safety/law enforcement or related local government setting is preferred, but not required.
• Interpret and apply Village, State, and Federal laws and procedures.
• Assignments/duties require considerable public contact.   Excellent verbal and written skills, and an ability to maintain a high level of professionalism in dealing with citizens under a variety of circumstances.
• Ability to function independently, as well as part of a team.

Qualified applicants must also be able to demonstrate general proficiency in operating office equipment, including computers and related software, such as Microsoft Office and Windows-based programs.  The position also requires individuals capable of completing basic mathematical calculations.

WORK SCHEDULE: Weekday evenings and weekends.  The average work hours will range from 16 to 18 hours per week.  Additional hours may be required, as needed, for training, holidays, vacations, and/or emergency situations.

SALARY/BENEFITS:

The salary range for this position is $25.84 to $36.18 per hour, depending on qualifications (Pay Grade: E).  This position is non-exempt under FLSA, with accrued paid time off beginning the first day of employment.

HOW TO APPLY:

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter and employment application (click here) to applicants@glenellyn.org. Hard copies (faxed, mailed, hand-delivered) of resumes will be declined.
Applicants must indicate (Job ID: #33-24 Community Service Officer) in the subject line of their e-mail.
The selected finalist will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment criminal background check, reference check, and post-offer medical physical with a drug/alcohol screen.
The position is open until filled; however, first review of applications will begin on October 11, 2024.
Candidates requiring reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact Human Resources at 630-469-5000.

THE VILLAGE OF GLEN ELLYN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

For more information, contact:

Kathryn Granados
applicants@glenellyn.org