This is the page to learn about Employment opportunities at the Winthrop Harbor Police Department, including the North Point Marina Security detail. The Village of Winthrop Harbor and its Police Department is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).

North Point Marina Security Officers

Winthrop Harbor Police Department is seeking qualified candidates to fill several summer positions on our North Point Marina Security detail. These positions will be for April through October. North Point Marina hosts seasonal festivals, fishing and boating events, as well as free launch facilities, fishing piers, picnic areas and a public beach. Security for North Point Marina is provided through the administration and direction of the Winthrop Harbor Police Department. North Point Marina is the largest inland marina in the United States, with over 1.5 million visitors per season.

Successful candidates will possess excellent communication skills both in person and in writing. They will bring a high level of energy to the position and will be adept at managing multiple tasks effectively. Must be able to learn and leverage new skills quickly in a fast paced environment. Good people skills are necessary as demonstrated by a “can-do” attitude, consistent good judgment, superior problem solving skills, an even temperament, and an understanding of the TEAM concept.

Security personnel duties include:

• Boat slip safety & security checks
• Security checks on State supported property
• Parking enforcement
• After-hours transient boat slip assignment
• General assistance to the Marina community

Additional Information:

• Three shifts available
• Flexible schedules, ideal for college students
• Uniforms provided
• Training provided, including -
  • CPR (Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation)
  • AED (Automatic Electronic Defibrillator)
  • MDC (Mobile Data Computer)
• Pleasant work environment
• Hourly rate of $7.50 to $10.00 depending on availability & experience
• Physical screening required
• Pre-employment and random drug screening required
• North Point Marina Security positions are summers only (April through October)

Click here for a printable flyer with information on these Security positions.

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How to apply for these North Point Marina Security positions -

Prior to being invited to complete an Employment Application, interested parties must complete an Employment Interest Form. Click the link to download the form, complete it, and then it may be submitted in any one of three ways -

• FAX it to the attention of George Foster, to FAX # 847-872-0190, or
• E-MAIL it to George Foster at gfoster@whpd.org, or
• Bring it to the Winthrop Harbor Police Department in person, at 830 Sheridan Road, Winthrop Harbor, Illinois.

After your Employment Interest Form has been reviewed, you will be notified if you qualify to receive an Employment Application.

No telephone calls please. Please do not call the Police Department for information about the Security positions. If you have questions or need further information, please e-mail George Foster at gfoster@whpd.org. Thank you.