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City of Elmhurst

Police Officer (Part-Time)

Pay: $88,171/yr

Posted: 7 weeks ago

Location: Elmhurst, IL (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 days ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 10/3/2026

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What they do

A Law Enforcement Officer enforces jurisdictional laws, maintains public safety, and protects property and people in the community. Patrols neighborhoods, responds to emergency calls and crime scenes, watches for traffic and driving violations. Authorized to arrest criminals; prepares cases and testifies in court.

$70,105 / year median in Illinois

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Job Description

Police Officer (Part-Time) City of Elmhurst Elmhurst, IL Posted Date 7/07/2026 Description Position Information

Application Deadline:

Until Filled

Salary:

Starting:

$33.91 - $50.87/hour, DOQ

Benefits:

1 pro-rated week of PTO per year. May use accrued PTO for vacation leave, sick leave, personal leave or holidays.

Hours:

Approximately sixty four (64) hours per month.

Sworn:

Population:

45,000

Position Details Position Summary:

This part-time position involves a variety of police duties including maintaining law and order, preserving peace, preventing crime, apprehending offenders, recovering lost/stolen property, and maintaining custody of prisoners. Provides security and generally non-patrol duties, including directing traffic, event security, and other duties as required. Delivers outstanding customer service to residents and visitors of the City of Elmhurst. Part-time Police Officers carry firearms only when in uniform and in the performance of job duties with the permission of the Chief of Police. •This position does not advance to a full-time police officer position. There is a separate application and testing process for full-time police officers.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent. Twenty-one years of age or older. Must be a citizen of the United States. Possession of a valid driver's license. Graduate of a State of Illinois basic recruit academy and meets requirements for Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board for Certified Police Officer. Experience as a sworn law enforcement officer. A certified law enforcement officer in the State of Illinois. Must hold a valid Firearms Owners Identification card. Must participate in and successfully complete all stages of the testing process, which may include but not limited to: oral interview polygraph examination extensive background investigation post offer physical/drug test Must not have been convicted of a felony or certain misdemeanors, as defined by statute. Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays. Regular and reliable attendance is an essential function of this role.

Application Instructions:

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter at: /jobs Position is open until filled. The City of Elmhurst is an Equal Opportunity Employer Salary 33.91 - 50.87 Hour Field Police Highest Educational Degree Required High school diploma or equivalent