Community Service Officer

City of O'Fallon, IL; O'Fallon (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of O’Fallon, IL is seeking a motivated candidate to support the Patrol and Detective Divisions. This role is ideal for someone pursuing a career in law enforcement and who can interact with people in a courteous, efficient manner.

Responsibilities include handling animal cases, vehicle lockouts, information checks, and park patrol tasks. A neat appearance and valid driver’s license are essential, with shift rotations possible.

Qualifications

• High school diploma (or equivalent).
• Interest in pursuing a career in law enforcement.
• Ability to communicate well verbally and in writing.
• Ability to interact with people courteously and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Assist Patrol and Detective Divisions as a supporting role.
• Handle animal complaints (pets and wildlife).
• Perform vehicle lockouts and transport equipment for maintenance.
• Conduct business information checks and house checks.
• Provide motorist assistance and year-round park patrol support.
• Duties may require working over and rotating shifts.

Skills

Law enforcement interest

Verbal communication

Written communication

Professional appearance

Dependability

Driver's license

People interaction

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Pay Rate $19.50

Description

This position provides a supporting role to the Patrol and Detective Divisions. The ideal candidate is someone who is pursuing a career in Law Enforcement.

Essential Duties

• handling animal complaints (pets and wildlife)
• vehicle lockouts
• business information checks
• house checks
• vehicle and other equipment transport for maintenance purposes
• motorist assists
• year round park patrol and police department staff support
• Duties may require working over and rotating shift work.

Requires

• High school diploma (or equivalent);
• Interest in pursuing a career in law enforcement;
• Ability to efficiently and courteously interact with people;
• Ability to communicate well both verbally and in writing;
• Ability & willingness to handle animal related situations;
• A neat, well-groomed appearance;
• Qualities such as competence, independence, self-sufficiency; dependability;
• Residence within a 10 mile radius of the geographic boundaries of the City of O'Fallon or within the geographic boundaries of St. Clair County, IL within 90 days of completing the first year of employment;
• Valid driver's license in good standing as required by the City's insurance program;
• Regular attendance.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk, run, stand, and sit;
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds, pick-up and carry objects, equipment or people;
• Ability to complete a variety of motor skills;

Supplemental Information

• Submit at least three professional or character references.
• Upload a copy of your current resume, cover letter & driver's license.
• Must be able to pass a background check