Police Officer Village of Hanover Park Hanover Park, IL Posted Date 7/29/2026 Description Position Information

Application Deadline:

Continuously Accepting applications

Salary:

Starting:

$86,286.09 OUR

AWESOME BENEFITS INCLUDE

Paid Personal, Vacation, Holidays, and Sick days Life Insurance Policy paid by the Village Police Pension Medical Insurance with only an 11% employee contribution Free single Dental Insurance In the spirit of inclusivity, we provide personal days for you to celebrate your holidays when you choose Up to $900 in Language Proficiency Pay Annual Employee Awards and Appreciation Event Annual Employee Picnic Annual Holiday Party Wellness Events Free Gym Membership Free Ride - first month of public transportation is free We are a qualifying employer for Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Sworn:

61

Population:

37,470 Position Details

JOIN AMERICA'S GLOBAL VILLAGE!

DOCUMENTS

THAT MUST BE SUBMITTED AND ATTACHED WITH AN APPLICATION

Copy of a valid Driver's License Copy of college/university transcripts OR proof of 2 years of active honorable military service OR proof of 180 days of active honorable combat duty in the military service Copy of your

P.O.W.E.R.

card dated sometime within the last 365 days from the date that an application is submitted

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

At least 20 years of age and have not reached your 35th birthday by the date the application is submitted (see the Illinois General Assembly Public Act 097-0251/ Illinois Municipal Code (65 ILCS 5/10-2.1-6) (Ch. 24, par. 10-2.1-6) for exceptions). An Associates Degree, or 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours of college credit, OR proof of 2 years of active honorable military service OR proof of 180 days of active honorable combat duty in the military service, OR an equivalent of education and military service. Valid Driver's License in good standing Valid

P.O.W.E.R.

(Illinois Peace Officer Wellness Evaluation Report) card issued within the past 365 days. No felony convictions and good moral character - 35-mile residency requirement after one year of hire

WRITTEN EXAM REQUIREMENT

(Must be completed and submitted through the National Testing Network (NTN) along with a Village of Hanover Park job application though our website to be considered.) Interested persons must complete the Village of Hanover Park job application and take the National Testing Network (NTN) Law Enforcement - Frontline National written exam for the Village of Hanover Park.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Receives briefing at shift commencement regarding general and special orders and information passed through the chain-of-command, as well as pertinent data regarding previous shift's activities. Receives beat assignments and inspects assigned vehicle and weaponry for operability. Responds to radio dispatched call for action and/or assistance and takes appropriate action, assists allied law enforcement and local Fire Department in emergency situations. Renders first aid during emergency situations. Provides assistance to citizens whenever necessary. Performs or assists in thorough preliminary investigations into reported and/or observed criminal activity to include all felony, misdemeanor, local ordinances violations, and petty crimes. Notifies supervisor when circumstances require backup or investigative staff. Provides backup response as requested. Investigates calls of a non-criminal nature to include civil disturbances, family disputes, reports of missing persons and other annoyances. Assesses individual cases to determine appropriate action. Serves as Juvenile Officer, investigates crimes by and against minors. Explores home situations and provides or recommends counseling services to parents, guardians, and children; maintains liaison with State Attorney's office, the court system and other related service agencies for cases requiring further action. Follows up on truancy cases and problem minors. Apprehends, arrests, and transports suspects to police holding facility for booking and temporary incarceration. Performs booking of suspects according to established procedures and releases authorized personnel. Transports offenders to and from County Jail facilities as necessary. Patrols assigned areas by vehicle or on foot, serving as a visible deterrent to crime and remaining alert to special problems in regard to crime prevention and possible criminal activity. Checks business establishments, dwellings and other buildings for signs of illegal entry. Provides information and assistance to general public and investigates suspicious activity or situations. Enforces Village traffic ordinances, regulates traffic, serving as a visible deterrent, promotes traffic safety, performs speed control activities, issues citations to violators of the Illinois Motors Vehicle Code and the Municipal Code for the Village of Hanover Park. Arrests or warns persons guilty of violating motor vehicle regulations and safe driving practices. Monitors passing traffic to detect stolen vehicles and arrests drivers where ownership is not apparent. Prepares, maintains, and forwards all requisite reports and records of activities. Reviews all reports and sources of information that aid in the proper disposition of assigned cases. Prepares cases for court presentation and provides relevant testimony in court. Performs community relations duties as assigned, speaks to school and community group and individuals on a variety of police-related topics for the promotion of crime prevention. Provides road information and assistance to motorists. Please apply on the Village of Hanover Park website: /careers/hpil The Village of Hanover Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Salary 86,286.09 Annual Field Police Highest Educational Degree Required Associates Degree