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Deputy Ranger Police Officer (Part-Time)

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Lake County Forest Preserves

Lake Villa, IL (In Person)

$85,155 Salary, Part-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 5 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/10/2026

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Job Description

Deputy Ranger Police Officer (Part-Time) Lake County Forest Preserves Lake Villa, IL Posted Date 5/23/2026 Description Position Information
Application Deadline:
08/01/26
Salary:
$32.72 - $49.16/hour The Lake County Forest Preserves offers an excellent work environment as well as a comprehensive benefit package including: IMRF pension medical insurance Paid vacation Sick and holidays Position Details This is a part-time position working at least 1,000 annually (on average 10 shifts per month). This is an excellent opportunity for fully sworn Illinois officers currently serving in a municipal police department to transition to a non-traditional policing agency that values your training, and to experience and enjoy the benefits of continuing your career while serving the community.
SUMMARY:
The Ranger Police Officer enforces the Illinois Compiled Statutes within Lake County, and enforces the District's Rules & Regulations on District lands. Officers are entrusted with protecting both the public and natural resources while building strong community relationships. Members of the Lake County Forest Preserve District's Public Safety Department take pride in a Community-Oriented Policing philosophy, maintaining peace while engaging in proactive initiatives that foster trust and collaboration with the public and our other public safety partners. This is a highly visible and rewarding position where officers patrol on foot, bike, or vehicles, prevent crime, ensure public safety, protect open lands, investigate incidents, make arrests, and provide emergency assistance. Officers gain the opportunity to serve in one of the most unique and scenic law enforcement environments in Illinois, with over 31,700 acres of protected land, trails, lakes, and recreation areas.
EXPERIENCE
Completion of basic police training approved by the state of Illinois and local law enforcement officer training board A valid driver's license Vision correctable to 20/20 HOW
TO APPLY
Applications are accepted online at . Salary 32.72 - 49.16 Hour Field Police