Park Patrol Officer (Part Time)

Duties: Under the supervision of the Chief of Park Police, the Park Patrol Officer – Part-Time will be responsible for the following:

• Motorized or foot patrol of park areas and facilities as assigned.

• Enforcement of all park rules, regulations, and ordinances as well as state and federal statutes.

• Completes all criminal and non-criminal park police reports as assigned and thoroughly documents all criminal complaints.

• Provides the best police and customer service to our park patrons in their use of the park areas and facilities.

• Inspects all facilities and areas to ensure the safety of all patrons.

• Addresses all unsafe and/or improper activities and behaviors in a professional manner.

• Promptly referring unsafe conditions to proper Park division(s).

• Promotes Park District and Park Police philosophies of service to the visiting public.

• Follows all safety procedures that pertain to the duties performed. Supports all aspects of the Park District’s safety program.

• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions: Must be in excellent physical and mental health. Able to pass physical examination and physical agility tests. No color blindness, vision corrected to 20/20 for both eyes. The work requires periodic physical exertion in handling supplies, equipment, and materials relative to the services rendered. Prolonged standing, bending, and stooping, and ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.