Police Officer

Village of Calumet Park

Calumet Park, IL

Posted Date

8/31/2026

Description

Position Information

Application Deadline:

09/30/26

@ 4:00 PM

Salary:

Starting:

$71,646.15

Year Four:

$91,856.06

Benefits:

Paid Vacation

Accrued Sick Time

Personal Days

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Sworn:

26

Population:

7,920

Position Details The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners for the Village of Calumet Park is now accepting applications for the position of Entry Level Police Officer.

Testing is being conducted to for an immediate need to hire and to establish an Eligibility List for future hiring needs.

The Calumet Park Police Department, in partnership with their community, is committed to maintaining the peace, protecting life and property, and providing professional law enforcement and crime prevention services.

"We accept the challenge of reducing the fear of crime by the prevention of criminal activity. We shall provide these services with compassion, dignity, and proficiency"

The Village of Calumet Park is located only 16 miles from downtown Chicago. The community has the comforts of a small village with conveniences of a large city.

"Calumet Park is a forward-thinking community that embraces progress!"

Applications are available at:

Applications will be online for purchase until 9/30/26 - 2:00 PM

The deadline for returning completed applications is:

Wednesday, September 30, 2026, by 4:00 PM

All applications must be returned to the office of:

COPS and FIRE Testing Service

ATTN:

Calumet Park PD

1251 N. Plum Grove Road

Schaumburg, IL 60173

You must meet the following minimum requirements:

Citizenship:

Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Driver's License:

Must possess a valid Driver's License at the time of application with the ability to obtain an Illinois Driver's License upon time of hire.

Age Requirement:

Applicants must have attained their 21st birthday by the last date for filing applications (9/30/26). Must be under the age of 35 years on 9/30/26 and when final eligibility register is posted unless exempt by State Statute 65 IL 5/10 - 2. 1-6 which provides, in part, that the age limitation does not apply to any person previously employed as a certified full-time Police Officer for a municipality in the U.S.

Education:

Must have proof of High School Diploma, GED Certificate or High School Proficiency Statement.

Residence:

Officers employed by the Village of Calumet Park are required to reside within Cook, DuPage, or Will County.

P.O.W.E.R

Card:

Must possess a valid

P.O.W.E.R.

Card issued between the dates of 9/30/25 and 9/30/26.

Testing:

Must be able to successfully complete all phases of testing which may include, but not limited to, a written examination, oral interview, extensive background investigation, and post offer psychological, and medical screening.

All individuals meeting eligibility requirements are encouraged to continue with the application process.

Additional information will be provided in the packet which can be downloaded at:

There is a $35.00 non-refundable application fee. Applications are NOT available at the Calumet Park Police Department or Village Hall.

Applicants must attend the mandatory orientation and test date:

Mandatory Orientation and Written Examination:

Saturday, October 17, 2026

Check In:

8:30 AM - 9:00 AM (Doors close at 9:00 AM)

Orientation - 9:00 AM

Written Examination immediately following the Orientation

Location:

CalComm

12419 S. Ashland Ave

Calumet Park, IL 60827

All applications are subject to the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners of the Village of Calumet Park, which is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Salary

71,646.15 Annual

Field

Police

Highest Educational Degree Required

High school diploma or equivalent