Any person of good character, having duties which require it, may be appointed a special policeman by the president; provided, that, except upon the authorization of the village board, no such special policeman shall be entitled to any compensation from the village nor shall such special policeman be considered an employee of the village by reason of such appointment. Special policemen shall obey all rules of the police department applicable to them, and may be deprived of their appointment by the chief at any time, with the consent of the village president and board of trustees. (1970 Code §65)