Ranger Police Officer

The Blue Line; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Schedule & Work-Life Balance

On-site fitness room

Uniform and equipment package provided

Job summary

Lake County Forest Preserves is seeking a Ranger Police Officer to enforce Illinois statutes across Lake County and on District lands. You will uphold the Districts Rules and Regulations while patrolling on foot, bike, or vehicle to deter crime and protect natural resources.

Join a Community-Oriented Policing team with a strong emphasis on building trust and collaboration with the public and public safety partners.

Qualifications

• Completion of basic police training as approved by Illinois authorities.
• A valid drivers license and clean driving record.
• Vision correctable to 20/20 or better.

Responsibilities

• Enforce Illinois statutes within Lake County and district lands.
• Enforce district rules and regulations on district lands.
• Patrol on foot, bicycle, or vehicle to deter crime and ensure safety.
• Investigate incidents, make arrests, and provide emergency assistance.
• Engage with the community as part of a community-oriented policing philosophy.

Skills

Basic police training

Valid drivers license

Vision 20/20

Job description

Lake County Forest Preserves

Contact Information

• Address: Lake County Forest Preserves
• 1899 W. Winchester Road
• Libertyville, IL 60048
• Website: www.lcfpd.org
• Email: [e-mail]

Position Information

• Application Deadline: Until Filled
• $35.98 - $54.62/hour

Anticipated Hiring Rate Range: $35.98 – $38.55/hour*

Lateral Transfer Wage Placement * In accordance with the current Collective Bargaining Agreement, the District reserves the right to place qualified lateral transfer candidates above entry-level wage during a lateral transfer recruitment. Candidates with less than eighteen (18) months of full-time service shall be eligible to start at Step I. A candidate with more than eighteen (18) months and less than four (4) years of full-time service shall be eligible to start at Step I or II. A candidate with more than four (4) years of full-time service shall be eligible to start at Step I, II, or III. Step I $35.98 per hour Step II $37.23 per hour Step III $38.55 per hour Final step placement shall be determined by the District based on the candidate's verified experience and qualifications.

Benefits

• Schedule & Work-Life Balance
• 5/2–5/3 rotation with 8.5-hour shifts — predictable time off, and a real life outside the uniform.
• No dedicated midnight shift — overnight coverage is handled through a voluntary on-call rotation, so you're not working graveyards.
• On-call pay that respects your time — a per-night stipend for being available, plus overtime if you're called out.

Compensation & Career Growth

• Lateral transfers welcome — Experienced officers come in at a higher pay rate per our collective bargaining agreement — your service counts from day one.
• Specialty pay for Field Training Officers, Officers in Charge and bilingual-certified officers.
• Opportunities to specialize in dedicated units within the department and on regional multi-agency task forces. Health, Retirement & Family
• SLEP pension (Sheriffs Law Enforcement Personnel) — one of the strongest retirement programs in Illinois law enforcement.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Generous paid time off: vacation, personal, holiday, sick leave and paid parental leave.
• Gear, Facilities & Culture:
• Full uniform and equipment package provided, including personal body armor. The only thing you must supply is your duty weapon.
• Free uniform laundry service
• On-site fitness room
• A team culture built on professionalism, camaraderie, and continuous training — the kind of department officers stay at for a career.

Position Details

Full-Time Position (4 positions available)

Location: Lake County, IL

This is an excellent opportunity for fully sworn Illinois officers currently serving in a municipal police department to transition to a non-traditional policing agency that values your training, and to experience and enjoy the benefits of continuing your career while serving the community.

Summary

The Ranger Police Officer enforces the Illinois Compiled Statutes within Lake County, and enforces the District's Rules & Regulations on District lands. Officers are entrusted with protecting both the public and natural resources while building strong community relationships. Members of the Lake County Forest Preserve District's Police Department take pride in a Community-Oriented Policing philosophy, maintaining peace while engaging in proactive initiatives that foster trust and collaboration with the public and our other public safety partners. This is a highly visible and rewarding position where officers patrol on foot, bike, or vehicles, prevent crime, ensure public safety, protect open lands, investigate incidents, make arrests, and provide emergency assistance. Officers gain the opportunity to serve in one of the most unique and scenic law enforcement environments in Illinois, with over 31,800 acres of protected land, trails, lakes, and recreation areas.

Experience

• Completion of basic police training approved by the state of Illinois and local law enforcement officer training board
• A valid driver's license
• Vision correctable to 20/20

About Lake County Forest Preserves

The Lake County Forest Preserves offers an excellent work environment where officers enjoy both the rewards of public service and the opportunity to work in an inspiring natural setting. As principal guardian of Lake County's open spaces and natural areas since 1958, we manage more than 31,800 acres of land. Officers contribute to the protection of natural resources while engaging with the community in innovative educational, recreational, and cultural opportunities. Visitors to the District enjoy over 210 miles of trails, fishing lakes and ponds, public golf courses, historical and cultural venues, public access to the Fox River and Lake Michigan, and award-winning education programs and events. Serving here means joining a mission-driven team dedicated to making a lasting impact on both the environment and the community.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

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