Community Service Officer - Part-time

Are you passionate about helping others, and making a difference in the community? The City of DeKalb is hiring a Part-Time Community Service Officer (CSO). This non-sworn, civilian role supports public safety by providing a variety of non-emergency services to the DeKalb community.

As a CSO, you will assist residents, support police department personnel, and help maintain safety at events and during daily operations—without performing duties that involve arrests or active crime response. This role is a great opportunity for anyone interested in public service or exploring a future in law enforcement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responding to radio-dispatched calls and providing appropriate non-emergency assistance
• Rendering first aid and offering general assistance to community members
• Handling non-emergency calls, such as abandoned or disabled vehicles, lost property, and vehicle lockouts
• Patrolling assigned areas on foot and in a vehicle; conducting premise checks
• Enforcing parking, animal, and other City ordinances; issuing parking tickets
• Participating in community events
• Serving in low-risk roles such as traffic control when needed
• Performing vacation house checks for out-of-town residents

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Coursework in Criminal Justice preferred
• Valid driver’s license
• Availability to work varied shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to become LEADS certified within 6 months of hire

Position Details:

• Part-time: 15–20 hours per week
• Starting pay: $23.34 per hour
• This position does not include benefits
• Schedule varies based on department needs, including some shift, weekend, and holiday work

Initial review of applications to begin May 4^th. The position will remain open until filled.

Please visit our website to submit an application: www.cityofdekalb.com

The City of DeKalb is an Equal Opportunity Employer