Price: $25.00
Job Description:
Job Posted on September 22, 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 Lyons is now accepting applications for the position of: Police Officer.
Testing is being conducted for an immediate need to hire and to establish a new Eligibility List for future hiring needs
The Village of Lyons is a historic community, located on the southwest border of Chicago and less than 12 miles from downtown Chicago. The Village values high-quality development and is always seeking to improve the quality of life for its residents.
With its convenient access to main interstates and both International Airports that service the Chicagoland area, many find living in Lyons a great location for opportunities professionally, as well as a wonderful community to raise a family in.
A career in law enforcement is one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences you can have. The Lyons Police Department continues to strive to recruit the most highly skilled, competent, dedicated, community-oriented officers possible. Our Officers pride themselves on performing their duties to the highest level of excellence.
Starting Salary: $75,500.00
You must meet the following minimum requirements:
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Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen or a permanent resident legally authorized to work in the United States. Must, under Federal Law, be authorized to obtain, carry, purchase, or otherwise possess a firearm
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Driver’s License: Must possess a valid Driver’s License at the time of application.
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Age Requirement: Applicants must be under the age of 35 years old at the time of filing application (10/21/26) and at such time as the Final Eligibility list is posted, unless exempt by State Statute 65 IL 5/10-2.1-6., which provides in part that the age limitation does not apply to any person previously employed as a Certified (full-time) Law Enforcement Officer in a municipality in the United States. Applicants must have attained their 21st birthday by the last date for filing applications (10/21/26).
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Education: Must have a High School Diploma, GED or High School Proficiency Certificate
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Character: Applicants must be of good moral character as described in State Statute 65 IL 5/10-2.1-6. Must not have committed any felony, certain misdemeanors, or crimes involving moral turpitude pursuant to 50 ILCS 705/6.
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Testing: Must be able to complete all phases of testing. Must successfully complete a background investigation (applicants will be required to fully disclose all personnel matters, to include agreements and sealed files) Must successfully complete a psychological assessment, polygraph evaluation, medical physical (including drug and alcohol screening)
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Residence: At this time there are no stated requirements for the residency declared by the Village of Lyons.
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POWER Card: Card: Must possess a valid POWER Card issued within 60 days of date of hire.
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Preference Points: Preference points will be awarded for military service and college education.
Full-time employment benefits include:
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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Paid personal days, Kelly days and sick leave compensatory hours
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Uniform equipment issued through a quartermaster system with a uniform maintenance allowance
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Pension plan
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Tuition reimbursement
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Military leave provided
The application deadline is Wednesday, October 21, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Application will be online for purchase until
2:00 PM on Wednesday, October 21, 2026
All applications must be returned to the office of:
COPS and FIRE Testing Service
ATTN: Lyons PD
1251 Plum Grove Rd
Suite 160
Schaumburg, IL 60173
It is highly recommended that you hand deliver or use a trackable 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
Applications are NOT available at the Lyons Police Department or the Village Hall
Applicants must attend the mandatory test date
Orientation and Written Examination
Saturday, November 7, 2026
Check-In: 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM (doors close at 9:30 AM)
Orientation: 9:30 AM
Written Examination immediately following the Orientation