Lateral Police Officer

The Blue Line; North Aurora (IL); Presencial; USD 97.000 - 117.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

MAP Union representation

Uniform/clothing allowance

Pension transfer option

Descripción de la vacante

The North Aurora Police Department is seeking experienced, certified law enforcement professionals to join our team through a Lateral Transfer Program. This opportunity is ideal for officers looking to advance their careers in a supportive, well-resourced, and community-focused agency.

Applicants must be sworn officers with ILETSB certification, at least 2 years of continuous service, and in good standing. The department offers a competitive starting salary, union representation, and robust

Formación

• Must be a current, full-time sworn police officer with no probationary status.
• Must hold Illinois Law Enforcement Certification (ILETSB).
• Minimum of 2 years of continuous service in a sworn role.
• U.S. citizen, 23 years or older, with a valid driver's license.

Responsabilidades

• Join through a Lateral Transfer Program to advance your law enforcement career.
• Participate in a structured selection process and ongoing training.

Conocimientos

ILETSB Certification

Law Enforcement

2+ Years Service

Driver's License

Citizen

Educación

High School Diploma or GED

Descripción del empleo

North Aurora Police Department

• 88 hours of holiday time annually (issued Jan 1)
• Paid overtime for monthly firearms training (ammo included)
• Rolling comp time bank (100-hour cap)
• 12-hour shifts
• Comp/Holiday time cash-out options
• Annual uniform/clothing allowance ($1,200)
• Ballistic vest provided every 5 years
• Numerous OT/comp opportunities
• Downstate pension transfer (Tier 1 or 2 eligible)
• MAP Union representation

Contact Information

Address

North Aurora Police Department

200 S. Lincolnway

North Aurora, IL 60542

Website

• northaurora.org

Phone

• 630-896-8705

Email

• [e-mail]

Position Information

Application Deadline

• 12/15/26

Salary

• Starting: $96,926 - $116,997, DOQ

Competitive Pay & Benefits

• 88 hours of holiday time annually (issued Jan 1)
• Paid overtime for monthly firearms training (ammo included)
• Rolling comp time bank (100-hour cap)
• 12-hour shifts
• Comp/Holiday time cash-out options
• Annual uniform/clothing allowance ($1,200)
• Ballistic vest provided every 5 years
• Numerous OT/comp opportunities
• Downstate pension transfer (Tier 1 or 2 eligible)
• MAP Union representation

Why Join North Aurora PD?

Career Growth & Specialized Assignments

• Accelerated Field Training Program (DOQ)
• Opportunities in:
• Investigations
• School Resource Officer
• Crisis Intervention Team
• Drone & K9 Units (Narcotics/Tracking & Comfort Dog)
• ATV Team, Truck Enforcement, Honor Guard, and more Regional Task Force Participation
• Kane County Major Crimes
• Kane County SWAT (Operator, Investigator, Negotiator)
• Crash Reconstruction
• ILEAS Mobile Field Force

Sworn

• 33

Population

• 18,261

Position Details

The North Aurora Police Department is seeking experienced, certified law enforcement professionals to join our team through a Lateral Transfer Program.

This opportunity is ideal for officers looking to advance their careers in a supportive, well-resourced, and community-focused agency.

Minimum Qualifications

To be considered, applicants must:

• Be a current, full-time, non-probationary sworn police officer (municipal, state, county, or university)
• Hold Illinois Law Enforcement Certification (ILETSB)
• Have at least 2 years of continuous service
• Be in good standing with no adverse employment actions
• Be a U.S. citizen, 23 years or older
• Possess a high school diploma or GED
• Hold a valid driver's license
• Successfully complete all phases of the selection process

Required Documentation (upon Request)

• Resume
• Law enforcement certifications
• Training records
• Employment evaluations (last two)
• Birth certificate
• Education transcripts
• DD214 (if applicable)

Selection Process

All phases are mandatory and pass/fail:

• Application Review
• Interview
• Background Investigation
• Post-Offer Exams:
• Psychological Assessment
• Polygraph
• Medical Exam
• Drug Screening

All hires are subject to a probationary period.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The North Aurora Police Department is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We hire and promote without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status. We proudly comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).