Police Officer

Morton Grove Police Department

Contact Information

Address:

Website:

• www.mortongroveil.org/police-department

Phone:

• 847-663-3823

Email:

• dprzekota@mortongroveil.org

Application Deadline:

• 03/31/26
• @ 3:00 PM

Salary:

• $86,446 - $120,423

  Benefit Information:

  • Pension plan
  • Other retirement savings options
  • Health, dental, and life insurance
  • Officers are also eligible to earn annual vacation time, paid holidays, and floating holidays
  • The Village also provides officers with a uniform allowance of $850 per year
  • Officers are eligible for up to $2,400 additional longevity pay for years of service

Sworn:

• 46

Population:

• 25,000

Position Details

The Morton Grove Police Department is accepting applications to establish a new entry level eligibility list.

The deadline is:

March 31, 2026 at 3:00 PM

Candidate Contact Person:

Dominik Przekota

Commander

847-663-3823

dprzekota@mortongroveil.org

Department Overview:

The Morton Grove Police Department is an accredited professional law enforcement agency that values its employees. The work environment is such that each employee can grow personally and professionally, and we take pride in their development.

City/County/Area Information:

Morton Grove is a close knit community with a strong economic base located in Cook County, Illinois.  The Police Department is an integral part of the community, and enjoys the support of the civilian leadership of the municipality.

Job Requirements:

• Age: 21
• US Citizen: Yes, or lawful permanent resident alien and meet all State and Federal eligibility requirements to be a law enforcement officer
• High School Grad/GED: Yes
• Valid State Driver’s License: Yes
• Ability to Read/Speak English: Yes
• Vision: Vision correctable to 20/20 and free from colorblindness
• College: Associate's Degree or equivalent college credit hours (60 hours)
• Academy Certification: No
• Prior Experience: No
• Necessary Certifications: POWER test card dated no earlier than 1 year prior to application deadline 

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to pass all selection and training requirements
• Agree to a two-year reimbursement of expenses
• No felony convictions (Note: a misdemeanor or serious traffic offense may also disqualify applicants from further consideration)
• Applicants must be under 35 years of age when placed on the eligibility list except as otherwise provided by  Illinois State Statute. 

Hiring Process:

• Completion and submission of an application.
• Completion and submission of the National Testing Network written examination (a passing score of 75% required).
• Oral interview(s)
• Background investigation
• Polygraph examination
• Candidates receiving a conditional job offer will be required to pass:
• psychological examination
• medical examination
• drug screening 

Special Assignments:

• Patrol Officer
• Evidence Technician
• Breathalyzer Operator
• Range Officer
• Defensive Tactics Instructor
• Tactical Medical Instructor
• Peer Support Team
• Community Liaison Officer
• Tactical Officers
• Detectives
• Field Training Officer
• Juvenile Officer
• Traffic Officer
• Drone Operator
• Major Crash Assistance Team (MCAT)
• North Regional Major Crimes Task Force (NORTAF)
• Northern Illinois Police Alarm System (NIPAS)
• Narcotics and Currency Interdiction Team (NARCINT) 

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