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Police Officer (Part-Time)

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Crystal Lake Park District

Crystal Lake, IL (In Person)

$53,602 Salary, Part-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 5 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/10/2026

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Job Description

Police Officer (Part-Time) Crystal Lake Park District Crystal Lake, IL Posted Date 6/02/2026 Description Position Information

Application Deadline:

Until Filled

Salary:

$25.77/hour For a listing of our benefit offerings: Click Here Position Details

SECOND CAREER.

FIRST-CLASS IMPACT. Part-Time Park Police Officer Crystal Lake Park District | Crystal Lake, Illinois Retired from Law Enforcement? Not Ready to Hang Up the Badge? The Crystal Lake Park District is seeking experienced, community-minded law enforcement professionals to join our team as Part-Time Park Police Officers. If you're a retired or former police officer looking to stay active, continue serving the public, and enjoy a flexible schedule in a positive environment, this opportunity may be exactly what you're looking for. Unlike traditional patrol assignments, Park Police Officers focus on community engagement, public safety, park patrol, special event security, and helping create a safe and welcoming environment for residents and visitors enjoying our parks, trails, beaches, and recreational facilities.

Why Retired Officers Love This Role:

Continue serving your community without the demands of full-time policing. Flexible scheduling that fits your retirement lifestyle. Meaningful work with less stress and more community interaction. Patrol beautiful parks, trails, beaches, and recreational facilities. Use your law enforcement experience to mentor, educate, and engage with the public. Opportunity to work special events and community programs. Be part of a respected and supportive team. What You'll Do As a Part-Time Park Police Officer, you will: Patrol parks, trails, facilities, and recreational areas. Promote public safety and enforce Park District ordinances and applicable laws. Respond to incidents, emergencies, and public concerns. Conduct investigations and prepare reports. Provide security for special events and community gatherings. Work collaboratively with local police, fire, and EMS agencies. Serve as a positive ambassador for the Crystal Lake Park District. Educate patrons on park safety and regulations. Work on weekends at least once a month.

Qualifications:

Illinois Police Officer Certification through the Illinois Local Government Law Enforcement Officers Training Board Valid Driver's License CPR/AED Certification (or ability to obtain) Minimum age of 21 years Ability to pass background, medical, and psychological evaluations

To Apply:

/careers/90 The Crystal Lake Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We encourage individuals of all backgrounds to apply and join our team Salary 25.77 Hour Field Police