Lateral Entry Police Officer

Lateral Entry Police Officer Burr Ridge Police Department Burr Ridge, IL Posted Date 6/18/2026 Description Position Information

Application Deadline:

07/17/26

Salary:

Starting:

Up to $122,311 based on current salary and years of experience

Benefit Information:

Longevity pay Police Pension Blue Cross Blue Shield healthcare plans - HMO and PPO Dental Vision and Life Insurance Sick Leave Paid vacation Paid Personal time 8 Paid Holidays (you have the option of using this time anytime or being paid out for some/all of it) Uniform, body armor and equipment provided Clothing Allowance Tuition reimbursement

Sworn:

30

Population:

11,192 Position Details The Burr Ridge Police Department is currently accepting applications for Lateral Entry Police Officers.

Department Contact:

Erica Giuffre, Administrative Coordinator 630-323-8181 ext. 5120

Department Overview:

The Burr Ridge Police Department consists of 34 full-time employees, 30 of whom are sworn officers including a Chief, two (2) Deputy Chiefs, and five (5) Sergeants. Officers enjoy working twelve-hour shifts and participating in extensive levels of training The Department also offers a variety of specialty positions: Investigations Firearms Instructor Field Training Officer Evidence Technician Bike Patrol School Resource Officer Drone Operator Temporary assignments to Drug Unit Burr Ridge is a member of the Metropolitan Emergency Response and Investigative Team (MERIT) which offers these specialty positions: Metro SWAT Major Crimes Public Integrity Unit Major Crash Reconstruction Crime Scene Forensics Digital Forensics Crisis Negotiations K9 Response Incident Management Assistance Team Drone Teams

Area Information:

The Village of Burr Ridge is located approximately 20 miles southwest of Chicago; with a population of 11,192 and an area of 7.332 square miles.

Job Requirements:

Age:

Must be at least 21 years old, and under 35 at the time of application. Exemptions for military or prior police experience as permitted by law.

Citizenship Required:

Must be a U.S. Citizen.

High School Grad/GED:

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) Valid

ILLINOIS

Driver's License:

Yes Ability to

Read/Speak English:

Yes

Additional Requirements:

At least two years of experience as a full-time sworn, certified law enforcement officer with an Illinois law enforcement agency. (Part-time certification does not meet this requirement), or be qualified to take the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board "Out of State Reciprocity" exam. Must have no felony convictions Application Available at: Employment Application Please apply with the following documents to be considered: Legible and signed employment application A copy of your birth certificate or certificate of naturalization A copy of your high school diploma or GED certificate A copy of your college or university degree or transcript (if applicable) A copy of your valid driver's license A copy of your U.S. Military DD-214 form (if applicable) A copy of your Illinois Law Enforcement Training Standards Board certificate Return application materials to the

Burr Ridge Fire and Police Commission:

By email: OR In person: Burr Ridge Police Department 7700 S. County Line Road Burr Ridge, IL 60527

ATTN:

APPLICATIONS

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Hiring Process:

Initial examination of candidates: Complete the Burr Ridge Police Department application and submit all required documents. Applications with missing documentation will not be considered. Oral interview with the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners Background investigation Polygraph exam Candidates receiving a conditional offer of employment shall be required to pass the following: Psychological exam Preemployment Physical examination and drug screening Burr Ridge is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Salary 122,311.00 Annual Field Police Highest Educational Degree Required High school diploma or equivalent Job Type Lateral Transfer