Police Officer (Part-Time)

Police Officer (Part-Time) Elmhurst Police Department Elmhurst, IL Posted Date 4/14/2026 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:

68

Population:

45,700

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.

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