Police Officer

Village of Elburn

Elburn, IL

Posted Date

9/16/2026

Description

Position Information

Application Deadline:

10/14/26

@ 4:00 PM

Salary:

Starting:

$74,626.31

• Certified Officers with a minimum of two (2) years of full-time experience will receive a starting salary of $77,238.23
  
• Certified Officers with five (5) or more years of full-time experience will receive a starting salary of $81,100.14
  
• Certified Officers with eleven (11) or more years of full-time experience will receive a starting salary of $83,735.

90

Top Patrol Officer pay as of 5/1/26: $93,286.36

Sworn:

12 (Full-Time); 7 (Part-Time)

Population:

7,200

Position Details The Board of Police Commissioners for the Village of Elburn is now accepting applications for the position of Police Officer.

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

The Village of Elburn is located in picturesque Kane County and is approximately 45 miles from downtown Chicago. With its small-town character and growing population, the Village of Elburn offers an abundant opportunity to residents and businesses. The community has convenient shopping and entertainment nearby. Additionally, there is easy access to the City of Chicago by way of the Metra train (UP West line) that starts/terminates in Elburn.

Applications are available at:

Applications will be online for purchase until 10/14/26

• 2:00 PM
  The deadline for returning completed applications is:
  Wednesday, October 14, 2026 by 4:00 PM
  (

Note:

This is not a postmark date)

All applications must be returned to the office of:

COPS and FIRE Testing Service

ATTN:

Elburn PD

1251 N. Plum Grove Road, Suite 160

Schaumburg, IL 60173

You must meet the following minimum requirements:

Citizenship:

Must be a U.S. Citizen or a permanent resident and be legally authorized to work in the United States. Must, under Federal Law, be authorized to obtain, carry, purchase, or otherwise possess a firearm.

Driver's License:

Must possess a valid driver's license at the time of application and 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 (10/14/26) Applicants must be under the age of 35 years old at the last date of filing applications (10/14/26) AND at such time as Final Eligibility Register is posted unless they have been certified as a full-time police officer for a municipality in the United States or are otherwise exempt by State Statute 65 IL 5/10-2.1-6.

Education:

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

Character:

Applicants must be of good moral character as described in State Statute 65 IL 5/10-2.1-6. Must not have committed any felony, certain misdemeanors, or crimes involving moral turpitude pursuant to 50 ILCS 705/6.

Residence:

Officers employed by the Village of Elburn will be required to live within 40 miles of the Elburn Police Department at the completion of their probationary employment period.

FOID Card:

Must have a valid FOID Card by the time of final eligibility list.

Testing:

Must be able to successfully complete all phases of testing which may include, but is not limited to:

written examination

oral interview

extensive background investigation

post-offer physical and drug screen

Applicants who have been awarded a certificate attesting to their successful completion of the minimum standards Basic Law Enforcement Training Course, as provided in the Illinois Police Training Act, may be given preference in appointment over non-certified applicants.

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 Elburn Police Department or Village Hall.

Applicants must attend the mandatory orientation and test date

• spouses or significant others are invited to attend the orientation portion on this date:
  

Mandatory Orientation and Written Examination:

Saturday, October 31, 2026

Check-In:

at 7:30 AM

• 8:00 AM (doors close at 8:00 AM)
  Orientation
• 8:00 AM
  Written Examination immediately following the Orientation
  

Location:

Elburn American Legion Hall

112 N. Main Street (IL Rt 47)

Elburn, IL 60119

• Please note we will be in the lower-level event room for the orientation and testing.

You are requested to park in the American Legion parking lot located behind the building, this lot is accessed off of Gates Street.

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

Salary

74,626.31 Annual

Field

Police

Highest Educational Degree Required

High school diploma or equivalent