Police Officer - Entry Level & Lateral

La Grange Park Police Department

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Contact Information

Address:

La Grange Park Police Department
447 N. Catherine Avenue
La Grange Park, IL 60526

Position Information

Application Deadline:

  • 11/23/26
  • Testing Deadline

Salary:

  • $83,152 - $117,634 (7 years)

Sworn:

  • 23

Population:

  • 13,475

Position Details

La Grange Park Police Department

La Grange Park, Illinois

The Board of Police Commissioners of the Village of La Grange Park is now accepting applications for the position of Police Officer.

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS AVAILABLE

The La Grange Park Police Department is a progressive, community-oriented agency dedicated to professionalism, integrity, and public service. We currently have vacancies and anticipate additional openings throughout 2027. Candidates who test now will be eligible for current and future hiring rounds. Entry-level and lateral applicants are encouraged to apply early. An eligibility list will be established after the written exam, with interviews beginning in December.

Testing & Application – Entry Level:

Apply and complete the written test at:

https://www.publicsafetytesting.com/departments/La-Grange-Park-PD/police-officer-147

Lateral Applications:

Lateral candidates may contact:

Deputy Chief Fran Marrocco

Phone: 708-352-7711 ext. 211

Email: fmarrocco@lagrangepark.org

Minimum Requirements:

  • U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident authorized to work in the U.S.; must be legally able to possess a firearm
  • No felony convictions (certain misdemeanors or serious traffic offenses may disqualify)
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Must be 21 years old and under 35 by the testing deadline (November 23, 2026), unless otherwise exempt under state law
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Minimum 60 college credit hours from an accredited institution at time of hire
  • Valid FOID card or ability to obtain one
  • Valid NIPSTA POWER Test card (or equivalent) dated within 12 months of the deadline or proof of testing appointment
  • Successful completion of oral interview, background investigation, psychological evaluation, polygraph, and medical exam (including drug/alcohol screening)

Preference Points:

  • Military: Honorably discharged veterans with at least one year of U.S. military or naval service (DD-214 required)
  • Education:
    • Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice or related field, OR
    • Bachelor’s Degree in any field

(Transcripts and/or diploma required when requested)

How to Apply:

Visit:

https://www.publicsafetytesting.com/departments/La-Grange-Park-PD/police-officer-147

The Village of La Grange Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected status. Equal opportunity applies to all employment practices including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, and discipline.



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