Police Officer (Entry/Lateral) – Immediate Openings

The Blue Line; La Grange Park (IL); On-site; USD 83,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

The La Grange Park Police Department in La Grange Park, IL is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer. IMMEDIATE OPENINGS and ongoing vacancies through 2027. Applicants may test now and be placed on an eligibility list after the written exam; interviews begin in December.

Requirements include U.S. citizenship or lawful status, no felony convictions, valid driver’s license, 21–34 by deadline, 60 college credits, FOID card, NIPSTA POWER Test within 12 months, and successful

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident authorized to work in the U.S.; firearm eligibility.
• No felony convictions; some misdemeanors or serious traffic offenses may disqualify.
• Valid driver's license.
• Must be 21 years old and under 35 by the testing deadline (November 23, 2026).
• Minimum 60 college credit hours from an accredited institution at time of hire.
• Valid FOID card or ability to obtain one.
• Valid NIPSTA POWER Test card (or equivalent) dated within 12 months of the deadline or proof of testing appointment.
• Successful completion of oral interview, background investigation, psychological evaluation, polygraph, and medical exam.

Education

High school diploma or GED

60 college credit hours

Associate's Degree in Criminal Justice

Bachelor's Degree in any field

Job description

The La Grange Park Police Department in La Grange Park, IL is accepting applications for the position of Police Officer. IMMEDIATE OPENINGS and ongoing vacancies through 2027. Applicants may test now and be placed on an eligibility list after the written exam; interviews begin in December.

Requirements include U.S. citizenship or lawful status, no felony convictions, valid driver’s license, 21–34 by deadline, 60 college credits, FOID card, NIPSTA POWER Test within 12 months, and successful