Park Police

Salary: $45.00 Hourly Location : 888 Washington Blvd., Stamford, CT Job Type: Part Time Department: Office of Operations Division: Parks Maintenance Opening Date: 06/13/2025 Bargaining Unit: N/AJOB SUMMARYUnder the general direction of the Police Chief is responsible for enforcing regulations, maintaining police security and public conduct in park areas, coordinates with Police Department in matters of administrative and assistance needs, duty tours shall vary seasonally as necessary to provide coverage of critical periods; does related work as required. EXAMPLES OF DUTIESPerforms related duties as required. Patrols parks, beaches, skating rink and other recreational facilities as assigned, by foot and/or vehicle. Enforces Park regulations, Ordinances and Statutes relative to the use, security, and public conduct of the parks. Provides crowd and traffic control coverage at special events. Responds to emergencies at park locations. Checks and reports on safety and security conditions in parking facilities. Assists the Manager of Parks and Facilities or designee in coordinating with other departments and staff on relevant items. Performs other similar and related duties as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER ATTRIBUTESAbility to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Good knowledge of patrol and law enforcement procedures, principles, and practices. Ability to direct and supervise the work of others. Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions. Ability to deal effectively with the public and others. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSThere are no minimum requirements for this position except special requirements as described below. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT At time of appointment, possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license and a Valid Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training ("POSTC") certification which must be continuously maintained as a condition of continued employment. The City of Stamford offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes; health, vision, dental, defined benefit and/or defined contribution pension plans, free term life insurance, flexible spending accounts for healthcare, dependent care and commuter benefits. Sick bank and tuition reimbursement as well as training from the City of Stamford Training Institute. Specific information regarding benefits are outlined in each Collective Bargaining Agreement or in the Pay Plan Document for pay plan employees. Please click here for Union Contracts: If the position is a seasonal/temporary position, it is not eligible for union benefits. 01 Do you hold a valid Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training ("POSTC") certification? YesNoRequired Question