Job Information

UNIVERSITY PARK POLICE DEPARTMENT
650 BURHAM DRIVE
UNIVERSITY PARK, ILLINOIS 60484
708-534-0912

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Updated: October 03, 2025

Position Title: Entry Level Police Officer
Salary Information: $63,339 - $96,074
Benefit Information: A successful applicant will receive a generous benefit package including medical, dental, pension and safety insurance.

All candidates must complete PHQ

Department Application Link here

Department Overview

The University Park Police Department is a full-service law enforcement agency proudly serving the communities of Will and Cook Counties. The University Police Department is made up of highly qualified officers who serve in various capacities:

City/County/Area Information

University Park, Will and Cook counties, Illinois

Population

7,200

Job Requirements

Age: 21
US Citizen: Yes
High School Grad/GED: Yes
Valid State Driver’s License: Yes
Ability to Read/Speak English: Yes
Vision: 20/20 corrected

Hiring Process:

Initial Test
Physical Agility test (P.O.W.E.R. Test), will accept Proof of successful passing of test from reputable testing vendors
Oral Interviews
Grading prior experience
College education
If successful, placed on Initial Entry Register
Background Investigation
Psychological Examination
Polygraph Examination
Medical Examination
Drug Screening
18 Week Police Academy
16 week Field Training Program
12 month Probation

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