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:

• 05/31/26
• @ 8:00 AM

Salary:

• Starting: $91,158 - $125,888

  • 6-month step increase to $94,348.61
  • Max of pay scale: $125,888.72

  Benefits:

  • Vacation
  • Sick Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Personal days
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield IL Health Insurance
  • Dental Coverage
  • Life Insurance
  • Pension Program
  • Wellness Program
  • Employee Fitness Center Education
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  
  

  Specialized assignments and career development opportunities:

  • Bicycle Team
  • Defensive Tactics
  • Instructor
  • Drone Operator
  • Evidence Technician
  • Honor Guard
  • Juvenile Officer
  • Mobile Field Force
  • Peer Support Team 
  • Police Beat Coordinator 
  • Range Officer 
  • School Resource Officer
  • Task Force Assignments
  • And more

Sworn:

• 60

Population:

• 30,000

Position Details

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

The Highland Park Police Department is committed to protecting life and property through professional policing, strong community partnerships, and a culture built on teamwork, integrity, and service. The Department proudly embraces community-oriented policing and supports the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police and NAACP Ten Shared Principles.

This is an opportunity to begin a rewarding career with a highly respected and progressive agency that values proactive policing, officer development, collaboration, and community engagement.

We are seeking individuals who:

• Demonstrate strong judgment
• Professionalism
• Communication skills
• A genuine desire to serve others

Ideal candidates are motivated to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact while becoming part of a department where officers are supported by both leadership and the community they serve.

Whether you are looking to begin a meaningful career in law enforcement, develop your skills, or join a department that invests in its people, Highland Park offers the opportunity to serve in a professional environment where your work matters and your contributions are valued.

Education Requirement:

• Must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent
• 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
• OR have proof of completion of four years of continuous active duty in the United States Armed Forces.

Submit the following as attachments to your application:

• Copy of High School Diploma or equivalent (required even with college transcript)
• Copy of Valid Driver's License (required)
• Copy of Birth Record as Proof of Citizenship (required and must be certified)
• Copy of Official College / University Transcripts
• OR copy of DD-214 Long Form showing 4 years continuous service (required)
• Copy of Valid POWER Physical Fitness Test Card issued June 1, 2025 or later (required) 

For more information, or to apply, visit:

https://www.cityhpil.com/careers

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