Lateral Police Officer

Village of Downers Grove

Human Resources

Contact Information

Address:

Website:

• www.downers.us

Phone Number:

• 630-434-5500

Application Deadline:

• Until Filled

Salary:

• Starting: $81,825 - $109,273, dependent on qualifications

  Pay step structure maxes at: $122,592 and increases annually

  A bonus becomes available after seven (7) years of service, based on performance.

  The Village provides an excellent benefits package including:

  • Health
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life insurance 

  Review the Benefits Summary for additional details.

  This position is represented by the Illinois Fraternal Order of Police Labor Council and participates in the Police Pension.

Sworn Officers:

• 72

City Population:

• 50,000

Position Details

APPLY NOW!

The Village is accepting applications for Lateral Police Officers.

This position is responsible for the maintenance of public safety through the enforcement of State laws and local ordinances. Some duties of this role include responding to emergency calls for service, conducting crime prevention operations, and investigating criminal activity.

A successful candidate will be knowledgeable of law enforcement and criminal justice principles, skilled in the application of federal, State, and local laws and ordinances, and possess excellent interpersonal skills to carry out the essential duties of the position.

Qualifications for Lateral Entry Applicants:

Hiring Process:

• Submit an electronic application with verifying documents to the Village
• Oral Interview with Command Staff
• Polygraph Exam
• Psychological Evaluation
• Background Check
• Oral Interview with the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
• Physical
• Vision Test
• Drug Screening 

Required Documents due at Time of Application:

• A completed employment application
• A certified copy of a birth certificate
• A certified copy of a high school diploma or G.E.D. and transcript of grades from an accredited college or university
• A copy of a valid driver’s license
• When applicable, a certified copy of the applicant’s military service record and discharge papers (DD214) 

Interested applicants may apply online by visiting the Job Openings link on the Village website:

LATERAL POLICE OFFICER

Only online applications will be accepted, with the exception of reasonable accommodations. Position open until filled.

For more information or assistance, please contact the Human Resources Department at:

630-434-5500

The Village of Downers Grove is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

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