ENTRY LEVEL POLICE OFFICER

ABOUT THE ROLE The Woodridge Police Department is accepting applications for testing to establish an eligibility list for Entry-Level Police Officer positions. This is a full-time role within the Police Department. Officers are responsible for maintaining public order, conducting investigations, enforcing laws, and providing assistance to citizens. The position requires performing duties both independently and under supervision while presenting a positive image of the department. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Perform assigned duties alone or in the presence of a supervisor - Conduct or assist in investigations of suspicious circumstances, complaints, and criminal activity - Direct traffic, make arrests, and issue citations or warnings - Maintain order at public gatherings and crowds - Provide information regarding streets, businesses, and routes - Conduct record checks using driver’s licenses, fingerprints, or other identification methods - Check premises of businesses and residences for signs of break-ins or irregularities - Provide information to help citizens conform to State statutes and Village ordinances - Assist victims of crime, accidents, fire, etc., to safeguard their health and well-being - Maintain assigned equipment, squad cars, and work spaces in a clean and orderly manner - Complete formal police reports (preliminary, incident, supplemental) to document facts - Present a positive image of the Police Department to the public MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Must be at least 21 years of age and under the age of 35 as of the application deadline (unless exempt by statute) - Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a G.E.D. Certificate at the time of filing application - Valid driver’s license - Binocular vision corrective to 20/30 - No felony convictions - Legally authorized to work in the United States - Legally permitted to possess firearms in accordance with state and federal law - Attend virtual orientation session - Pass all phases of the testing process SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS - Residency: Must establish residency within 30 miles of the corporate limits of the Village within six months of hire SELECTION PROCESS - Online application and test scheduling via Public Safety Testing - Virtual orientation session - Written examination (In-Person or Online options available) - All minimum requirements must be met by specified deadline dates; failure to meet them results in disqualification HOW TO APPLY 1. Visit https://www.publicsafetytesting.com/departments/village-woodridge/entry-level-PO 2. Select to participate in testing for the Entry Level Police Officer position 3. Carefully review minimum requirements 4. Schedule testing (available In-Person or Online) 5. Gather and upload all required documents 6. Complete the application and personal profile EMPLOYMENT DETAILS - Employer: Village of Woodridge - Location: 7215 Janes Ave, Woodridge - Job Type: Full-Time - Job Number: 2026 - Department: Police Department - Opening Date: 06/25/2026