Top 33 Police officer Jobs in Chicago, Il

Police Officer - University Police
University of Illinois —Chicago, IL
- $42.29 an hour
- Online Application
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Off Duty Police or Retired Police Officers
Per Mar Security Services —Chicago, IL
- From $40 an hour
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Communication skills
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Off Duty Police Officer
Unconquerable Security Solutions —Chicago, IL
- $40 - $45 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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Police Officer
City of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $63,636 a year
- Online Application
- Military
- Pass drug screening
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Police Officer
Moody Bible Institute —Chicago, IL
- $26 - $27 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Writing skills
- English
Law Enforcement Officer
Signal of Chicago Heights —Chicago, IL
- $40 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Pass drug screening
- Paid training
- Tuition reimbursement
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Police Patrol Officer - Lateral Appointment
Village of Winnetka —Green Bay, IL
- $88,386 - $124,480 a year
- Full-time
- Residential
- Math
- Driving
Lateral Police Officer
Elk Grove —Elk Grove Village, IL
- $89,518.78 - $125,808.38 a year
- Full-time
- English
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Police Dept - Sergeant
Brookfield Zoo Chicago —Brookfield, IL
- $48.82 - $296.58 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- CPR Certification
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Free parking
- AD&D insurance
Entry Level Police Officer
Village of Schaumburg —Schaumburg, IL
- $80,472 - $118,782 a year
- Online Application
- Military
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Lateral Police Officer
Village of Glenwood (Illinois) —Glenwood, IL
- $81,331.14 - $104,430.76 a year
- 8 hour shift
- High school
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Lateral Police officer
CITY OF HARVEY —Harvey, IL
- $60,000 - $61,500 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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Campus Police Officer - Part-Time/Hourly
South Suburban College —South Holland, IL
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- University
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
Police Officer (Lateral)
City of Highland Park, IL —Highland Park, IL
- $91,158.16 - $125,888.72 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Writing skills
- English
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Part-time Police Officer
Village of Maywood, IL —Maywood, IL
- Part-time
- Entry level
Off Duty Police Officer
Andy Frain Services —Chicago, IL
- $35 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to climb stairs
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Communication skills
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
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Off-Duty Police Officer
American Heritage —Chicago, IL
- From $33 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- In-person
- Flexible schedule
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Police Officer (Lateral)
City of Highland Park —Highland Park, IL
- $91,158.16 - $125,888.72 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Windows
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
Off Duty/Retired Police Officer
Blue Line Security Solutions LLC —Chicago, IL
- $35 - $50 an hour
- Senior level
- Communication skills
- Outdoor work
POLICE CADET
City of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $16.60 an hour
- Background check
- High school
- Pass drug screening

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Police Officer - University Police

University of Illinois -
Chicago, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$42.29 an hour
3 days ago

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Driver's License

Full Job Description

Police Officer - University Police

Hiring Department: University Police

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1041621

FTE: 1

Work Schedule: 40 hours per week

Shift: Shifts are rotating and varies morning, noon, and night.

# of Positions: 10

Workplace Type: On-Site

Posting Close Date: July 23, 2026

Salary Range (commensurate with experience): $42.29/ hourly

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Employees in this position safeguard lives and property by enforcing applicable laws and regulations and promoting good university/community relations. They work under general supervision of higher-level personnel.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Respond to routine and emergency request from the university community including but not limited to; enforcement of laws and ordinances, conflict resolution, traffic control and investigation, security of buildings and grounds, fire calls and injured person calls.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Patrols assigned post, investigate incidents and make arrest on view or on warrant violations.
Conducts preliminary investigations, as required and submits reports to supervisors’ infractions of rules and regulations of the university, State laws, and city and county ordinances.
Investigates and reports obstructions in streets and sidewalks, holes, leaking or faulty utility services, or other unusual conditions that might endanger the public safety.
Directs vehicle and pedestrian traffic and enforces parking and traffic rules and regulations.
Assist local police agencies during emergencies.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

High school graduation or equivalent

Possession of a valid driver’s license

No record of conviction of a felony or misdemeanors as identified in the Illinois Police Training Act (50 ILCS 705 et seq.), or a crime involving moral turpitude

Eligibility for bonding.

Successful completion of the Basic Law Enforcement Officers’ Training course as prescribed by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training & Standards Board. All recruit law enforcement officers who successfully complete this course after September 1, 1984 are required to successfully pass the Law Enforcement Officers’ Certification Examination. (Applicants lacking such training at time of appointment will be required to complete such requirement during, and as a part of, their probationary period of employment in this class.)

At least 21 years of age upon employment. (This requirement may be further defined by local recruitment, examination, and employment policies, provided age requirements have been met with regard to all other applicable state and federal regulations in this respect.)

NOTE: Persons who have not successfully completed the mandated firearm training course, as approved and recognized by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training & Standards Board, must complete the course during their probationary period. Police officers are not authorized to carry a service weapon until successfully completing such training.

ALL PORTIONS OF THE APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED FOR FULL CONSIDERATION.
POWER TEST CARD: If an applicant has taken and passed the Northeastern Illinois Public Safety Training Academy’s (NIPSTA) Joliet Jr. College, Triton College’s Power Test, or Southwestern Illinois College Police Academy (SWIC) Power Test, and Human Resources has confirmed the candidate has received the NIPSTA’s Power Test ID card/certification or Joliet Junior College, Triton College’s POWER Test ID card or SWIC Power Test card since March 28, 2026, you must upload the POWER/Training card/certificate to request to be waived from the Physical Fitness Exam, if meeting all minimum requirements.

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.

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