Police Officer (Entry Level)

City of Highland Park

Contact Information

Address:

Website:

• www.cityhpil.com
• www.cityhpil.com/careers

Email:

• hr@cityhpil.com

Application Deadline:

• 09/05/25
• @ 8:00 AM

Salary:

• Starting: $88,503.07

  Step increases to over $122,222.06 by the end of year six

  Plus generous benefits including:

  • Paid leave
  • Health insurance
  • Pension
  • Wellness resources
  • Tuition reimbursement

  Officers work a 12-hour shift schedule and must reside within approved counties following probation.

  Specialty assignments include:

  • Bike Patrol
  • Drone Operations
  • Evidence Tech
  • Honor Guard
  • SRO
  • Task Forces
  • And more

Sworn Officers:

• 60

City Population:

• 30,000

Position Details

Are you ready to make a real impact in a community that values service, integrity, and connection?

The Highland Park Police Department is now accepting applications for Police Officer (Entry Level).

Join a department that combines progressive policing with strong community partnerships and a commitment to the Ten Shared Principles of Law Enforcement—a pledge to fair, equitable, and inclusive service. We're looking for individuals who want more than just a badge. If you're driven to protect and serve while building meaningful relationships, we invite you to be part of our respected and professional team. Whether you're starting your career or seeking a department where you can grow and specialize, Highland Park offers diverse opportunities to advance your skills and serve your community.

All interested applicants are strongly encouraged to review the Entry Level Application Guide (linked in the job posting) for a complete overview of the minimum qualifications, application requirements, and examination process.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Age: At the time of the first element of examination, applicants must be at least 21 years of age and less than 65 years of age. Applicants who are 20 years of age who have successfully completed 60 semester credit hours or more (or 90 quarter credits or more) in the study of law enforcement at a college or university accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting organization may be considered for an entry level position. Any such applicant shall not have power of arrest, nor shall he/she be permitted to carry firearms until he/she reaches 21 years of age.
• Education: Must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent and have successfully completed 60 semester hours credit or more (or 90 quarter credits or more) from a college or university accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting organization. Having proof of completion of four years of continuous active duty in the United States Armed Forces can supplement the post secondary education credits.
• Certification or License:
• Must be a United States citizen at the time of filing an application.
• Must possess a valid state of Illinois driver's license.
• The applicant must be certified or have the ability to be qualified to be certified (by full-academy waiver) by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board (ILETSB) by either: 

1. Award of a certificate attesting to his or her successful completion of the minimum Standards Basic Law Enforcement Training Course, as provided in the Illinois Police Training Act, OR
2. Having previously been certified as a law enforcement officer in another state, the applicant must meet the conditions of reciprocity as regulated by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board and must have been employed as a full-time law enforcement officer in good standing. 

• Must be able to read and write the English language. 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Proficiencies:

• Every applicant must be of good moral character and must be physically and psychologically suitable to perform the duties of a police officer. The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners may require the submission of such evidence of character and fitness of applicants as it deems appropriate. The burden of establishing facts relating to character and fitness rests upon the applicant.
• Applicants must include a valid POWER test card dated between September 6, 2024, and September 5, 2025 with their application and proof of college credit (60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours) or military documentation (DD-214 showing 4 years of continuous active military service) with their application. 

For more information, or to apply, visit: 

http://www.cityhpil.com/careers

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