Lateral Police Officer

South Barrington Police Department

South Barrington, IL

Posted Date

9/28/2026

Description

Position Information

Application Deadline:

NA

Salary:

Starting:

$78,090 - $100,412, based on experience

(Contract expired April 2026, in negotiations)

Benefits:

Comprehensive benefit package including BlueCross BlueShield Illinois healthcare plans (HMO and PPO available), Dental, and Life Insurance

Flexible spending account, deferred compensation plans, and an employee assistance program are also available

Eighty (80) hours of vacation

Ninety-six (96) Holiday hours banked at the beginning of each fiscal year

Ninety-six (96) hours of sick time annually

All uniforms, equipment, and body armor are provided except firearms

Patrol Officers rotate between day, and night shift every three months on a 12-hour schedule with seven workdays and seven days off every two weeks, having Friday, Saturday, and Sunday off every other weekend

Sworn:

25

Population:

5,077

Position Details South Barrington Lateral Police Officer

South Barrington is an exceptional community, and we are seeking exceptional candidates to join the ranks of the South Barrington Police Department. We hold ourselves to the highest standards and offer the opportunity to become part of a professional organization dedicated to serving our community with honor, integrity, and respect in every situation. Our officers are trusted to uphold the law, build meaningful relationships with residents, and represent the Village with professionalism and pride.

South Barrington is home to several notable destinations, including The Arboretum Lifestyle Shopping Center, a 24-screen AMC Theatre, and Willow Creek Community Church, one of the largest congregations in the United States. The community is also home to Goebbert's Farm and Garden Center, which hosts its popular Fall Festival each year, attracting thousands of visitors and serving as a cherished family tradition. These attractions contribute to a vibrant community that keeps our department actively engaged in service.

The South Barrington Police Department currently consists of 20 full-time police officers, 5 part-time officers, two full-time records clerks, and one full-time administrative assistant. The Village serves a population of 5,077 residents within approximately eight square miles and operates as a home-rule community.

Village ordinance requires that applicants be a certified police officers in good standing, as recognized by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board under Section 8.1 of the Illinois Police Training Act (50 ILCS 705/8.1), and must meet the following additional requirements:

Currently working as a full-time police officer for an Illinois law enforcement agency; or

Retired as a full-time officer from an Illinois law enforcement agency; or

Laid off as a full-time officer from an Illinois law enforcement agency

Requirements:

• At least 21 years old
• United States citizen
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university OR an Honorable Discharge from the United States Military
• Valid driver's license
• At least two (2) years of experience as a full-time sworn, certified law enforcement officer with an Illinois law enforcement agency
• State of Illinois certification by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board

Application packets are available at:

OR

At:

South Barrington Police Department

30 South Barrington Road

South Barrington, IL 60010

(Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM)

The application packet consists of a Village of South Barrington Employment Application form and an Authorization to Release Information form.

Please apply with the following documents to receive consideration:

Signed Employment Application and Authorization to Release Information form

Copy of your birth certificate or certificate of naturalization

Copy of your high school diploma or GED certificate

Copy of your college or university degree (A sealed and certified transcript of your course work will be required for background investigation)

Copy of your valid driver's license

Copy of your U.S. Military DD-214 form, if applicable

If applicable, a copy of your certificate of completion of Illinois Basic Law Enforcement Academy training or comparable training from another state

Return completed application materials to the South Barrington Police Commission via email at:

OR

Deliver to:

South Barrington Police Department

30 South Barrington Road

South Barrington, IL 60010

(Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM)

Salary

78,090.00 - 100,412.00 Annual

Field

Police

Highest Educational Degree Required

High school diploma or equivalent

Job Type

Lateral Transfer