Patrol Officer

Summary

@ 6:00 PM (Late Submissions Will Not be Accepted)Starting (Effective January 1, 2026):Non-Certified: $90,940.00Certified: $110,655.00Max salary for patrol office: $124,541.00Hodgkins Police DepartmentContact InformationAddressHodgkins Police Department6015 Lenzi AvenueHodgkins, IL 60525Websitehodgkinspd.org/were-hiringPhone708-352-4623Fax708-579-6712Emailslynn@hodgkinspd.orgApplications@HodgkinsPD.orgPosition InformationApplication Deadline10/30/26@ 6:00 PM (Late Submissions Will Not be Accepted)SalaryStarting (Effective January 1, 2026):Non-Certified: $90,940.00Certified: $110,655.00Max salary for patrol office: $124,541.00Benefits IncludeFree Healthcare Coverage (BCBS - HMO or PPO)Vision and Dental CoverageSick LeavePaid VacationPaid Personal Days9 Paid HolidaysUniform AllowanceMembership with the Downstate Police Pension FundEmployee 457 PlanLife InsuranceUnion Membership60-day extended Medical LeaveExtra pay opportunities, including Holiday Overtime, special events, and coordination with large local businesses for extra security detailThe Hodgkins Police Department believes in matching its officers with duties that utilize their skills and interests to maximize the department's effectiveness12-hour shifts rotationPer requirements of the present Collective Bargaining AgreementSworn21Population1,480Position DetailsPATROL OFFICER ENTRANCE EXAMVILLAGE OF HODGKINS, ILLINOISThe Civil Service Commission will conduct an examination for the position of Patrol Officer on November 16, 2026 at 6:00 PM at:Village of Hodgkins Park District8997 Lyons StreetHodgkins, IllinoisA P.O.W.E.R. Card from a certified testing agency is needed to apply, as the Hodgkins Civil Service Commission no longer conducts a P.O.W.E.R. Test.Application Packets Will Be Available On The Hodgkins Police Department Website Starting Friday, September 18, And Available Through The Afternoon Of Friday, October 30, 2026hodgkinspd.orgThere is a $20.00 fee for the application on the website, non-refundable.The other required forms, and instructions for submission of all packet materials, will also be available on the website's application portal.All applications must be turned in at the Hodgkins Police Department no later than October 30, 2026 at 6:00 PM. No late submissions will be accepted.Minimum RequirementsApplicants must meet the following requirements:Age Requirements: At least 21 years of age and under 36 years of age unless otherwise exempted by statute.Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen.Driver's License: Must have a valid Driver's License.Education: Must have a High School Diploma or GED Certificate.Character: No felony convictions and be of good moral character.Residency: No residency requirement.By order of the Civil Service CommissionQuestions may be directed to the Village of Hodgkins Civil Service Commission.The Village of Hodgkins is an Equal Opportunity Employer.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

@ 6:00 PM (Late Submissions Will Not be Accepted)Starting (Effective January 1, 2026):Non-Certified: $90,940.00Certified: $110,655.00Max salary for patrol office: $124,541.00Hodgkins Police DepartmentContact InformationAddressHodgkins Police Department6015 Lenzi AvenueHodgkins, IL 60525Websitehodgkinspd.org/were-hiringPhone708-352-4623Fax708-579-6712Emailslynn@hodgkinspd.orgApplications@HodgkinsPD.orgPosition InformationApplication Deadline10/30/26@ 6:00 PM (Late Submissions Will Not be Accepted)SalaryStarting (Effective January 1, 2026):Non-Certified: $90,940.00Certified: $110,655.00Max salary for patrol office: $124,541.00Benefits IncludeFree Healthcare Coverage (BCBS - HMO or PPO)Vision and Dental CoverageSick LeavePaid VacationPaid Personal Days9 Paid HolidaysUniform AllowanceMembership with the Downstate Police Pension FundEmployee 457 PlanLife InsuranceUnion Membership60-day extended Medical LeaveExtra pay opportunities, including Holiday Overtime, special events, and coordination with large local businesses for extra security detailThe Hodgkins Police Department believes in matching its officers with duties that utilize their skills and interests to maximize the department's effectiveness12-hour shifts rotationPer requirements of the present Collective Bargaining AgreementSworn21Population1,480Position DetailsPATROL OFFICER ENTRANCE EXAMVILLAGE OF HODGKINS, ILLINOISThe Civil Service Commission will conduct an examination for the position of Patrol Officer on November 16, 2026 at 6:00 PM at:Village of Hodgkins Park District8997 Lyons StreetHodgkins, IllinoisA P.O.W.E.R. Card from a certified testing agency is needed to apply, as the Hodgkins Civil Service Commission no longer conducts a P.O.W.E.R. Test.Application Packets Will Be Available On The Hodgkins Police Department Website Starting Friday, September 18, And Available Through The Afternoon Of Friday, October 30, 2026hodgkinspd.orgThere is a $20.00 fee for the application on the website, non-refundable.The other required forms, and instructions for submission of all packet materials, will also be available on the website's application portal.All applications must be turned in at the Hodgkins Police Department no later than October 30, 2026 at 6:00 PM. No late submissions will be accepted.Minimum RequirementsApplicants must meet the following requirements:Age Requirements: At least 21 years of age and under 36 years of age unless otherwise exempted by statute.Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen.Driver's License: Must have a valid Driver's License.Education: Must have a High School Diploma or GED Certificate.Character: No felony convictions and be of good moral character.Residency: No residency requirement.By order of the Civil Service CommissionQuestions may be directed to the Village of Hodgkins Civil Service Commission.The Village of Hodgkins is an Equal Opportunity Employer.#J-18808-Ljbffr