Lateral Entry Police Officer

Campton Hills Police Department

Contact Information

Address:

Website:

• camptonhills.illinois.gov

Phone:

• 630-524-6262

Fax:

• 630-584-7890

Email:

• jlevand@camptonhills.illinois.gov

Application Deadline:

• NA

Salary:

• $77,614

  $81,494 (5/1/26) 

  Benefits:

  • 12-hour shifts
  • No Residency Requirements
  • Downstate Police Pension Program
  • HMO or PPO Health, dental and vision insurance with low contribution
  • $1,500 Uniform allowance paid out yearly
  • 12 Paid Holidays (12 hours paid plus additional 18 hours if worked)
  • 20 hours MTO (vacation) per month
  • All Uniforms/Equipment provided (except firearm)
  • Two raises per year
  • Step raise
  • Cost of living raise
  • Yearly performance bonus
  • Overtime Opportunities
  • New equipment

  Specialty assignments include:

  • Detective
  • School Resource Officer 
  • Too Good For Drugs Officer
  • K9 Unit
  • Major Crime Task Force (KCMCTF)
  • Kane County Accident Reconstruction Team (KCART)
  • Drone pilot(s)
  • Truck Enforcement
  • ILEAS

Sworn:

• 12 (Full-time); 6 (Part-time)

Population:

• 11,131

Position Details

APPLY NOW!

The Campton Hills Police Department is currently experiencing growth in the Village and is seeking diverse, committed, and professional officers to fill current openings and provide the highest level of service to residents, businesses, and visitors.

The Village of Campton Hills is a semi-rural Village with a population of 11,131 located in Kane County 50 miles west of Chicago. Campton Hills has been named one of Illinois Safest Cities each year by numerous outlets. The residents of Campton Hills value their abundance of open space, excellent schools, recreation areas, and community spirit. The Village of Campton Hills is a charming community covering 19 square miles and 101 miles of roadway. Residents of Campton Hills enjoy a quaint downtown area with a variety of unique restaurants, shops, and amenities, while only being a few miles from major retail and entertainment venues.

Campton Hills is committed to upholding high quality of life while honoring rural heritage. The Village of Campton Hills is one of the most desired communities to call home. Enjoy working in a community where the police department is respected and valued by the community. Work for an agency where you are appreciated and supported by leadership, including a positive culture, enjoyable work environment, member recognition, and new department equipment, including patrol vehicles, Axon body cameras, and Axon LPR in all vehicles.

Qualifications:

Desirable Training and Experience:

1. High school graduation or equivalent. It is desired that education is supplemented by advanced education consisting of college education or advanced law enforcement training such as evidence technician, investigations, truck enforcement, accident investigation, etc., is desirable.
2. Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college is desirable.
3. Minimum of 21 years of age.
4. Possession of valid documents to verify employment eligibility in the United States.
5. The Campton Hills Police Department is actively soliciting applications from qualified minority candidates as well as candidates fluent in second languages. 

Special Requirements:

1. Must comply with any special requirements as to residence, age, physical condition, etc., as set by the Fire and Police Commission.
2. Selected individuals will be required to serve a twelve-month probationary period.

Applications can be downloaded from the Village of Campton Hills website:

www.camptonhills.illinois.gov

OR

Picked up in person at:

Village Hall

Monday - Friday

9 AM - 4 PM

Application packets can be mailed or dropped off in person at:

Village of Campton Hills

Monday - Friday

9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Lateral applicants can submit applications and required documentation by email or in person at the Village of Campton Hills during normal business hours, until positions are filled. 

To Apply:

Please include the following documents:

• Completed Application
• Current resume
• Copy of your birth certificate
• Copy of your high school diploma or GED certificate
• Copy of your U.S. Military DD-214 form, if applicable
• Copy of your college or university degree(s) or transcript(s), if applicable
• Copy of your certificate of completion of Illinois Basic Law Enforcement Academy training
• Valid FOID card

Email to:

jlevand@camptonhills.illinois.gov

OR

Mail to:

Campton Hills Police Department

Attn: Chief James Levand

40W270 LaFox Road

Campton Hills, IL 60175

The Village of Campton Hills is an equal opportunity employer in all aspects of personnel policies, programs, benefits, practices and operations. All applicants will receive equal consideration regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other category protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and require assistance or accommodation related to the application process, please contact human resources.

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