Police Officer - Park Ridge, United States - City of Park Ridge, IL

Description

Job Information


PARK RIDGE POLICE DEPARTMENT

200 S. VINE AVE.

PARK RIDGE, ILLINOIS 60068



Required Documents:
Must be uploaded via your NTN account homepage.


1. Birth certificate (or naturalization papers)

2. Driver's License,

3. Certified copy of High School Diploma or GED

4. Certified copies of College degrees or certification of completing 60 hours of college-level course work, proof of military service including

5. DD214 or other discharge papers (if applicable)

7. Illinois F.O.I.D. card.

Salary Information:


Starting Salary $78,841 ($82,389 effective 05/01/2024)

Benefits Information:

PPO/HMO Health insurance.

Dental and vision Insurance options

FSA (Flexible Spending Account) options

Life Insurance - Annual salary, up to $100,000, premiums paid 100% by City

Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,500 / year

EAP services are free and confidential

Deferred compensation and ROTH plan options

Pension plan

Uniform allowance

Vacation and sick leave accruals


Contact Info:

Park Ridge Police Department

200 S. Vine Ave

Park Ridge, IL 60068


Phone:

Hiring Process:

Application

Pass written examination through National Testing Network

Supervisor Interview

Polygraph

Background Investigation

Command Staff Interview

Board of Police and Fire Commission Interview

Psychological Exam

Health Exam


Preference Points:

(b)

Residency within the City (e.g.

, proof of voter registration, lease, home ownership):

three (3) preference points.

(c)

Education:

A bachelor's degree with a concentration in fire science studies: five (5) preference points; a bachelor's degree: three (3) preference points; and an associate's degree with a concentration in fire science studies: two (2) preference points (the degree must be from an accredited college or university listed in the United States Department of Education database).

(d)

Calculation of Points:
Veteran's preference points and Education preference points awarded under these Rules shall not be cumulative.

Department Overview:


The Department:

Composed of 54 full-time sworn officers and 22 civilian positions, the Park Ridge Police Department is a state-accredited police department that is committed to a community-based philosophy of policing that values positive community partnerships and collaborations with our citizens.

Continual in-service training is provided in an effort to not only create a more challenging and fulfilling career for our officers, but also prepare them for some of the following positions/assignments; patrol officer (12-hour shifts), detective, evidence technician, range officer, community strategies officer, motorcycle officer, bicycle patrol, juvenile officer, traffic officer, a school resource officer and a variety of task force/multi-jurisdictional assignments including the Major Case Assistance Team (MCAT) and Northern Illinois Police Alarm System (NIPAS) Emergency Services Team, Mobile Field Force, and the Surveillance Team.

All officers are CIT (Crisis Intervention Team) trained. Current rank advancement opportunities include the positions of sergeant, commander, and deputy chief.

Additionally, the department offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a competitive starting salary with four yearly step increases to full salary, health insurance with prescription card, paid life insurance (one-year salary/double indemnity), annual fitness evaluation, uniform allowance, paid holidays, paid vacation, pension plan, and optional deferred compensation and dental/vision plans.

Patrol officers are represented by the Metropolitan Alliance of Police.


City Information:


The Community:

The City of Park Ridge is a suburban community of over 37,000 residents located in northeastern Cook County, adjacent to the City of Chicago, and is located approximately 2 miles east of O'Hare International Airport.

Park Ridge is adjacent to Interstates 90 and 294 and is served by several convenient transportation options including the Metra UP Northwest Line and Pace and CTA buses.

Home to Lutheran General Hospital, the City of Park Ridge is composed primarily of single-family residences but also includes retail shops, shopping districts, two high schools, professional and corporate office buildings as well as numerous parks and recreational facilities.

Population: 37,000
Job Requirements


Age: 21-35


Citizenship Required:
Yes


High School Grad/GED:
Yes


Valid ILLINOIS Driver's License:
Yes, Illinois


Ability to Read/Speak English:
Yes


Vision:
Correctable to 20/20 in both eyes.


College:
Associates Degree or 60 semester hours of credit from an accredited institution


Academy Certification:
Not Required for entry-level applicants.

Job Requirements


Pay:
$78, $114,899.00 per year


Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Credit union membership
• Dependent health insurance coverage
• Employee assistance progr