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Form of workCity of Elmhurst
Employment Opportunity
POLICE DEPARTMENT
TRAFFIC SAFETY INTERN
Position Summary
Performs technical and field duties in support of the Traffic Safety Unit of the Police Department. Responsibilities include assisting Traffic Unit officers during the summer months with traffic studies and equipment. Duties include the deployment of electronic speed display signs, deployment of traffic data recorders, retrieval of traffic data, completion of traffic study reports and performing other duties as assigned by the Traffic Safety Sergeant.
Qualifications
- Must be currently enrolled in a criminal justice, civil engineering, engineering technology, or related associate’s or bachelor’s degree program.
- Valid driver's license.
- Knowledge of:
- Personal computers, PC applications and office technology.
- Mathematical concepts related to percentiles, graphs and charts.
- Clear written and verbal communication skills.
- Skill in:
- Working with mathematical concepts such as percentiles, statistics, graphs and charts. Applying concepts such as percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
- Reading and interpreting documents such as traffic data reports, instruction manuals, and safety rules.
Work Hours
The Traffic Safety Intern is a temporary, seasonal position which works a rotating schedule of 20 hours per week, consisting of (5) hour shifts ending no later than August 31st. Traffic Safety Interns must also be available to work City of Elmhurst public safety events on both weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
Must be currently enrolled in a criminal justice, civil engineering, engineering technology, or related associate’s or bachelor’s degree program and have a valid driver's license.
Pay Rate
$17.00 per hour
Application Instructions
Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter at Elmhurst.org/jobs and employment offers are subject to the successful completion of a background check, drug screen, and physical. Position is open until filled.
The City of Elmhurst is an Equal Opportunity Employer
