Police Officer

Villa Grove Police Department

Contact Information

Address:

Website:

• villagrove.org

Phone:

• 217-832-2521

Email:

• police.dept@villagrove.org

Application Deadline:

• Until Filled

Salary:

• Starting: $24.43/hour (New Officers)

  Lateral Entry Pay: Up to $31.08/hour, based on years of experience

  Overtime: Paid in accordance with the Teamsters Local #26 Collective Bargaining Agreement (next bargaining agreement starts next year)

  Benefits:

  • Union Position – Member of Teamsters Local #26
  • Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • 12 Days of Sick Leave per Year
  • Vacation Accrual Based on Years of Service
  • 11 Paid Holidays Annually
  • IMRF Pension Plan (Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund)
  • Uniforms and Equipment Provided
  • Training and Career Development Opportunities
  • Uniform Allowance of $600 per year 

Sworn:

• 6 Full-Time; 3 Part-Time

Population:

• 2,472

Position Details

Now Hiring: 1 Full-Time Police Officer

Status:

Non-Exempt/Hourly

Schedule:

Five (5) eight-hour shifts per week (fixed schedule, no rotation)

Reports To:

Chief of Police

About the Department:

Located in central Illinois within Douglas County, the Villa Grove Police Department is seeking a dedicated and community-focused individual to join our team. Our department includes six full-time sworn officers (including one School Resource Officer) and three part-time officer, supported by a pro-police city council and community.

If you're ready to serve and protect in a supportive environment that values professionalism, integrity, and community partnership — we want to hear from you!

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• U.S. Citizen
• Valid Driver's License and FOID Card
• High School Diploma or GED (college coursework preferred)
• No felony convictions or disqualifying misdemeanors
• Must pass a background investigation, medical exam, psychological evaluation, and physical fitness assessment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Military, corrections, or security experience preferred but not required 

Primary Duties:

• Enforce state laws and local ordinances
• Respond to emergency and service calls
• Conduct criminal and traffic investigations
• Prepare written reports and maintain accurate records
• Engage with the community to promote safety and public trust
• Attend required training sessions to maintain certification and proficiency 

Work Schedule:

• Five (5) fixed eight-hour shifts per week
• Set days off (no rotation)
• Overtime and training assignments as approved by the Chief of Police 

Application Instructions:

Ready to make a difference in your community?

Submit the following materials:

1. Resume
2. (Optional) Cover Letter Submit by email to:

police.dept@villagrove.org

OR

Mail to:

Villa Grove Police Department

Attn: Chief of Police, Jonathan Cole Tibbetts, Badge #601

120 N. Sycamore Street

Villa Grove, IL 61956

Application Deadline:

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Early submission is encouraged.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Villa Grove is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

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