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What they do
A Law Enforcement Officer enforces jurisdictional laws, maintains public safety, and protects property and people in the community. Patrols neighborhoods, responds to emergency calls and crime scenes, watches for traffic and driving violations. Authorized to arrest criminals; prepares cases and testifies in court.
$70,105 / year median in Illinois
+3% projected growth
Job Description
Police Officer
Village of Hillside
Hillside, IL
Posted Date
9/03/2026
Description
Position Information
Application Deadline:
10/19/26
@ 4:00 PM (CST)
Salary:
$77,158 - $114,635
Plus an additional:
$1,500 per year for an Associate's Degree
$3,000 per year for a Bachelor's Degree
Sworn:
26
Population:
8,100
Position Details Entry-Level Police Officer Hiring Process
Hillside Police Department
Hillside, Illinois
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners of the Village of Hillside, Illinois is accepting applications for the position of police officer with the Hillside Police Department.
All applicants must meet the following minimum requirements established by the
Village of Hillside:
U.S. citizenship or legally authorized to work in the U.S.;
No felony convictions;
High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent;
Valid Illinois driver's license;
Minimum of 21 years of age (by October 19, 2026) -AND- must be
UNDER 35
years of age as of date of hire, unless otherwise exempt by State Statute;
Must meet the requirements of a background check;
Must pass a medical, psychological and polygraph test;
$30.00 non-refundable application processing fee;
Application deadline is Monday, October 19, 2026 at 4:00 PM (CST);
Participate in remote on-line written exam testing available from 9 AM on Wednesday, October 28, 2026 through Friday, October 30, 2026 at 4 PM.
Certified Candidates:
An applicant who is/was a police officer in good standing with the law enforcement agency he/she is/was employed with and certified by the State certification board is eligible to be placed on a certified officer transfer eligibility list.
Certified officer transfer candidates
ARE REQUIRED
to take the written exam;
Certified officer transfer candidates
ARE REQUIRED
to participate in the oral interview process.
To be eligible for the Certified Officer Transfer Eligibility List, you must meet the following requirements:
Have been employed, whether currently or in the past, for at least two (2) years as a full-time, non-probationary, sworn law enforcement officer of a regular police department in any municipality, county, university or State law enforcement agency.
NOTE:
Part-time certification does NOT meet this requirement.
Must be in good standing with the agency in which they served.
Ability to furnish upon request a copy of the following documents to the extent applicable: a resume, professional licenses, training certificates, naval or military serve board or discharge papers (DD-214/Copy 4), and documents confirming work experience.
Preference Points will be awarded as determined by the Village of Hillside for the following only:
Military Experience:
Active-duty U.S. military service members with an un-redacted Honorable Discharge. DD-214 must be submitted with application to qualify.
Education:
Applicants who have earned a Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in any field of study, must submit a copy of their diploma with the application to qualify.
To apply for this position or obtain additional information, please visit the following website:
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The Village of Hillside is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to maintaining diversity in its workforce.
Field
Police
Highest Educational Degree Required
High school diploma or equivalent