Police Officer Job at National Testing Network, Park Ridge, IL

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  • National Testing Network
  • Park Ridge, IL

Job Description

PARK RIDGE POLICE DEPARTMENT
200 S. VINE AVE.
PARK RIDGE, ILLINOIS 60068
847-318-5200

***Please submit your application through the link provided (where more information and links are included), to be considered for this position.***

Updated: January 30, 2025

Job Classification: Police Officer


The Park Ridge Police Department is currently hiring Police Officers. Candidates are required to complete the NTN Frontline exam and PSSA and NTN PHQ/APPLICATION. All testing requirements and documents must be submitted no later than February 28th.
Required Documents: Must be uploaded via your NTN account homepage.
1. Birth certificate (or naturalization papers).
2. Driver's License,
3. Copy of High School Diploma or GED.
4. Certified copies of College degrees or certification of completing 60 hours of college-level course work, proof of military service including
5. DD214 or other discharge papers (if applicable)
6. The Illinois Power Test card effective date must be within 12 months before the application date
7. Illinois F.O.I.D. card.


Salary Information:
Starting Salary $82,389.00




Benefits Information:
PPO/HMO Health insurance.
Dental and vision Insurance options
FSA (Flexible Spending Account) options
Life Insurance - Annual salary, up to $100,000, premiums paid 100% by City
Tuition Reimbursement up to $2,500 / year
EAP services are free and confidential
Deferred compensation and ROTH plan options
Pension plan
Uniform allowance
Vacation and sick leave accruals


Contact Info:
Park Ridge Police Department
200 S. Vine Ave
Park Ridge, IL 60068


Hiring Process:


Application
Pass written examination through National Testing Network
Supervisor Interview
Polygraph
Background Investigation
Command Staff Interview
Board of Police and Fire Commission Interview
Psychological Exam
Health Exam


Department Overview:
The Department: Composed of 55 full-time sworn officers and 22 civilian positions, the Park Ridge Police Department is a state-accredited police department that is committed to a community-based philosophy of policing that values positive community partnerships and collaborations with our citizens. Continual in-service training is provided in an effort to not only create a more challenging and fulfilling career for our officers, but also prepare them for some of the following positions/assignments; patrol officer (12-hour shifts), detective, evidence technician, range officer, motorcycle officer, bicycle patrol, juvenile officer, traffic officer, school resource officer and a variety of task force/multi-jurisdictional assignments including the Major Case Assistance Team (MCAT) and Northern Illinois Police Alarm System (NIPAS) Emergency Services Team and Mobile Field Force. All officers are CIT (Crisis Intervention Team) trained. Current rank advancement opportunities include the positions of sergeant, commander, and deputy chief. Additionally, the department offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a competitive starting salary with step increases to full salary, health insurance with prescription card, paid life insurance (one-year salary/double indemnity), annual fitness evaluation, uniform allowance, paid holidays, paid vacation, pension plan, and optional deferred compensation and dental/vision plans. Patrol officers are represented by the Metropolitan Alliance of Police.
City Information:
The Community: The City of Park Ridge is a suburban community of over 39,000 residents located in northeastern Cook County, adjacent to the City of Chicago, and is located approximately 2 miles east of O'Hare International Airport. Park Ridge is adjacent to Interstates 90 and 294 and is served by several convenient transportation options including the Metra UP Northwest Line and Pace and CTA buses. Home to Lutheran General Hospital, the City of Park Ridge is composed primarily of single-family residences but also includes retail shops, shopping districts, two high schools, professional and corporate office buildings as well as numerous parks and recreational facilities.
Population: 39,000

Job Requirements


Age: 21-35
Citizenship Required: Yes
High School Grad/GED: Yes
Valid ILLINOIS Driver's License: Yes, Illinois
Ability to Read/Speak English: Yes
Vision: Correctable to 20/20 in both eyes.
College: Associates Degree or 60 semester hours of credit from an accredited institution
Academy Certification : Not Required for entry-level applicants.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $ 82,389.00 Per Year

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Currently hiring, Flexible hours, Shift work,

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