Park Service Officer
Listed on 2026-09-15
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Government
Police Officer
POSTING DATE:
Open Until Filled
FACILITY:
Cole Administrative Center, various FVPD parks
LOCATION:
Aurora, IL
HOURS:
Monday
- Sunday: shifts vary depending on schedule. Evenings, Holidays, and Weekends are required.
RATE: $15/hour - minimum starting rate - depending on qualifications
TYPE:
Part-Time
POSTING DATE:
Open Until Filled
FACILITY:
Cole Administrative Center, various FVPD parks
LOCATION:
Aurora, IL
HOURS:
Monday
- Sunday: shifts vary depending on schedule. Evenings, Holidays, and Weekends are required.
RATE: $15/hour - minimum starting rate - depending on qualifications
TYPE:
Part-Time
Individual must be a minimum of 18 years of age. High school diploma or GED equivalent. Some basic security or law enforcement training is highly desirable. Preference will be given to candidates pursuing a degree in criminal justice or related field. Must have effective communication skills in both verbal and written format. Must be dependable, possess leadership skills and be attentive to details.
Bilingual / Spanish ability preferred. Familiarity with Aurora/FVPD coverage areas highly desired. Must successfully pass a criminal history check which is free of misdemeanor convictions within the last 5 years with no felony convictions. Must possess a valid Illinois driver’s license. Must pass a pre-employment physical and drug screen.
The Park Service Officer, under the direction of the Deputy Chief, assists Police Officers in various non-sworn law enforcement tasks. The Park Service Officer will supervise sports games, prepare reports, assist with writing tickets, intervene in small public or private disputes to protect the public and maintain order, and report any observed violations of local ordinance and state law to sworn law enforcement officers.
This is an at-will position.
The Fox Valley Park District is a dynamic and growing park district that serves a diverse population of more than 236,000 people. Recognized as an Illinois Distinguished Agency, Fox Valley holds the nation’s highest honor as a National Gold Medal Award winner for excellence in park and recreation management Serving the communities of Aurora, Montgomery and North Aurora, the District maintains 172 parks and 48 miles of inter-connected regional trails amid 2,600 acres of parkland.
Connected by the Fox River, our communities are tied together by the District’s commitment to promote vibrant, healthy lifestyles through fun and safe recreation opportunities that are environmentally and fiscally responsible. The Fox Valley Park District…Where Fun Begins!
The Fox Valley Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Code : 41-8
MINIMUM HOURLY RATE: $15.00
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