Ranger Police Officer (Lateral Transfer)

Lake County Forest Preserves

Contact Information

Address:

Website:

• www.lcfpd.org/who-we-are/careers
• www.lcfpd.org

Phone:

• 847-968-3215

Email:

• achavezstiller@lcfpd.org

Application Deadline:

• Until Filled

Salary:

• $34.27 - $52.02/hour

  Anticipated Hiring Rate Range: $34.27 – $37.99/hour*

  ADDITIONAL INFORMATION*:

  According to the current Collective Bargaining Agreement, during a lateral transfer recruitment opportunity, the District reserves the right to start a new employee at Step B ($36.71/hr) or Step C ($37.99) of the wage schedule if the new employee has at least eighteen (18) months of prior full-time service as a sworn police officer and completed the certification requirements of the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board.

  The District is committed to supporting the well-being and professional growth of its officers. Benefits include:

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and optical insurance
  • Life insurance and SLEP (Sheriffs Law Enforcement Personnel) pension program
  • Paid time off including vacation, personal, holiday, and sick leave
  • Specialty pay for on-call assignments and advanced skills such as Field Training Officer and second language certification
  • 5/2–5/3 schedule with 8.5-hour shifts that provide a balanced work-life rhythm
  • No dedicated midnight shift, with coverage provided by assigned on-call officers (on call premium paid)
  • On-site fitness facility for health and wellness
  • Uniforms and equipment provided (excluding duty weapon)
  • Opportunities to serve in specialty units within the department and in regional multi-agency task forces
  • Strong team culture that values professionalism, camaraderie, and continuous training

   

Position Details

CURRENTLY RECRUITING

Lateral Transfer Opportunity

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 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 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 31,300 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 AND APPLICATION DEADLINES:

Interest in Forest Preserve employment can only be expressed by submitting a Forest Preserve Employment Application.

Applications are accepted online at:

www.LCFPD.org

Positions are open until filled.

ABOUT LAKE COUNTY FOREST PRESERVES:

The Lake County Forest Preserves offers an excellent work environment where officers enjoy both the rewards of public service and the opportunity to work in an inspiring natural setting. As the principal guardian of Lake County's open spaces and natural areas since 1958, the District manages more than 31,300 acres of land. Officers contribute to the protection of natural resources while engaging with the community in innovative educational, recreational, and cultural opportunities. Visitors to the District enjoy over 209 miles of trails, fishing lakes and ponds, public golf courses, historical and cultural venues, public access to the Fox River and Lake Michigan, and award-winning education programs and events. Serving here means joining a mission-driven team dedicated to making a lasting impact on both the environment and the community.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

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