Price: $35.00
Job Description:
Job Posted on August 31, 2026
***Please Note***
We MUST receive hard copies of the application. This can be mailed through services such as USPS, UPS, or FedEx, or hand delivered by yourself, family members, or friends.
Applications are to be place in the secured black mailbox next to the office door during the building’s open hours of 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Please do not enter the office.
***Please note that USPS has been severely delayed with many deliveries***
The Board of Fire and Police Commissioners for the Village of Calumet Park is now accepting applications for the position of Police Officer
Testing is being conducted for an immediate need to hire and to establish an Eligibility List for future hiring needs
The Calumet Park Police Department, in partnership with their community, is committed to maintaining the peace, protecting life and property, and providing professional law enforcement and crime prevention services.
“We accept the challenge of reducing the fear of crime by the prevention of criminal activity. We shall provide these services with compassion, dignity, and proficiency”
The Village of Calumet Park is located 16 miles from downtown Chicago. The community has the comforts of a small village with the conveniences of a large city.
“Calumet Park is a forward-thinking community that embraces progress!”
Starting Salary: $71,646.15
Year 4: $91,856.06
Paid Vacation Time
Accrued Sick Time
Personal Days
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Job Requirements:
You must meet the following minimum requirements:
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Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen.
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Driver’s License: Must possess a valid Driver’s License at the time of application with the ability to obtain an Illinois Driver’s License upon time of hire.
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Age Requirement: Applicants must have attained their 21st birthday by the last date for filing applications (9/2/26) Applicants must be under the age of 35 years old at the last date of filing applications (9/2/26) AND at such time as Final Eligibility Register is posted, unless they have been certified and employed as a full-time police officer for a municipality in the United States or are otherwise exempt by State Statute 65 IL 5/10-2.1-6.
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Education: Must have proof of High School Diploma, GED Certificate or High School Proficiency Statement.
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Character: Must have no felony convictions and be of good moral character.
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Residence: Officers employed by the Village of Calumet Park will be required to reside within Cook, DuPage, or Will County.
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Testing: Must be able to successfully complete all phases of testing which may include, but not limited to a written examination, oral interview, extensive background investigation, and post offer physical and drug screen.
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P.O.W.E.R Card: Must possess a valid P.O.W.E.R. Card issued between the dates of 9/30/25 and 9/30/26.
The application deadline is:
Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Applications will be available until
September 30, 2026 at 2:00 PM
All applications must be returned to the office of:
COPS and FIRE Testing Service
Attn: Calumet Park, PD
1251 N. Plum Grove Road, Suite 160
Schaumburg, IL 60195
It is highly recommended that you use a track-able courier for the return of all of your material.
We are not responsible for lost or delinquent applications.
Application fee is non-refundable:
Adobe Reader is required for the application
It can be downloaded for free at:
www.adobe.com
Applicants must attend the mandatory orientation and test date
Mandatory Orientation and Written Examination
Saturday, October 17, 2026
Check In: 8:30 AM – 9:00 AM (doors close at 9:00 AM
Orientation – 9:00 AM
Written Examination immediately following the Orientation
Location:
CalComm
12419 S. Ashland Ave
Calumet Park, IL 60827
All applications are subject to the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Police Commissioners of the Village of Calumet Park, which is an Equal Opportunity Employer.