Lake Forest, IL – Entry Police Officer

Before applying for our 2024 eligibility list, you must review the online new hire orientation packet which can be found here. 

*No application fee*
Current certified police officers are encouraged to apply!

Application & Written Test Submission deadline: April 21st, 2024, 11:59pm
Written Exam:  Completed through National Testing Network.
Must be completed by Sunday, April 21st, 2024 at 11:59 pm

Department Preliminary Oral Interviews: These will be conducted via a one-way interview through Spark Hire. Once an applicant passes the NTN written exam & applies through Governmentjobs.com, they will be sent an email to complete their Spark Hire interview.
Applicants will have 7 days to complete the video interview after the invitation has been sent.
NO extensions will be provided.

Physical Ability Power Card: Successfully pass the physical ability POWER test through a certified testing agency (list below) within 12 months prior (anything before May 2023 will not be accepted) to the May BFPC interviews; must be valid within 1 year preceding the candidate’s BFPC interview.

Board of Fire and Police Commissioners Oral Interviews: May 2024; dates and times to  be determined.

Those passing the Board interview will be placed on a ranked Preliminary Eligibility List, at which point candidates may then apply for applicable preference points. Preference points must be claimed in writing, within ten calendar days after posting of the Preliminary eligibility list.

Role of a Lake Forest Police Officer
Patrol, respond to calls for police service, and self-initiated traffic and/or criminal investigations
Demonstrate empathy for and assist individuals who are in crisis, living with mental health issues, facing drug addiction, or other life-altering problems
Preliminary & follow-up criminal and traffic investigations, interviews, arrest and process offenders and testify in court
Takes an active role in community policing events and initiatives that build strong and trusting relationships within the community
Understand and respect racial and cultural differences and treat people with respect and professionalism.
Develop effective communication, human relation, and tactical skills
Learn more about the Lake Forest Police Department on our Recruitment Page!

Age Requirements: At least 21 and not more than 34 years old by the written test deadline: April 21, 2024, unless otherwise exempt by Illinois statute (65 ILCS 5/10-2.1-6)

Additional Requirements: US citizen or qualified as a “protected individual” pursuant to 8 U.S.C. §1324b(a)(3)(B); Must possess a valid driver’s license; high school diploma or equivalent

Physical Ability Power Card: Successfully pass the physical ability POWER test through a certified testing agency within 12 months prior to the May BFPC interviews; must be valid within 1 year preceding the candidate’s BFPC interview

Local-certified POWER test sites:

NIPSTA (Northeastern Illinois Public Safety Training Academy) Glenview, IL. Website: NIPSTA or contact (847) 998-8090 x 106
Triton College, River Grove, IL. Website: TC POWER test or contact Continuing Education at (708) 456-0300 x 3500.
Joliet Junior College, Joliet IL. Website: JJC POWER test or contact Janet Graham at (815) 280-2674.

Salary & Benefits
Starting Salary $76,488
Top Step $114,272
Longevity pay
Excellent medical, dental, and vision for officer and family
On-site gym
Life insurance
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Ongoing support for training
Other voluntary benefits

The City of Lake Forest is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, disability, age, ethnicity, national origin, sex, gender, LGBTQ identification, family status, or military status.

Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.