Join a team committed to protecting and serving with integrity, courage, and compassion.

Welcome to Clarendon Hills, a charming and close-knit Village where a strong sense of community isn’t just a slogan—it’s a way of life. We are seeking a police officer to serve in a community that deeply values and actively partners with its police department. Our proactive policing philosophy is centered on building genuine relationships; you’ll be a familiar, trusted face in our school hallways, a problem-solving partner for our local businesses, and a positive role model for kids in our parks. We are looking for a guardian, not just an enforcer—someone who believes that real police work is about strengthening the fabric of a community one positive interaction at a time. If you are called to serve and want to see the direct, positive impact of your work every single day, we invite you to make a true difference with us. If you are looking for a great Police Department that offers a well balanced, diverse, call volume along with great pay and benefits you have found the right place.

The Village of Clarendon Hills is a well-established, affluent west suburban Chicago community located in eastern DuPage County, just west of I-294 and Route 83 and just south of I-88 and Ogden Avenue. Originally planned in the 1870s and later incorporated on January 22, 1924, the Village is home to approximately 8,900 people and more than one-hundred businesses. The Village offers a high quality of life for residents, including a low crime rate, top-rated schools, high average home values and vibrant downtown served by its Metra commuter rail station.  In 2025, Clarendon Hills was ranked the #2 Best Place to live in DuPage County, the #2 Best Suburb to Live in the Chicago Area, #2 Best Place to Live in Illinois, and 25th Best Place to Live in America by Niche.  In 2026, Niche ranked Clarendon Hills the Best Suburb to Live in America.

About the Department:

The Police Department coordinates the public safety efforts of the Village. Through investigations, patrols, crime prevention, and other efforts, the Police work to defer and prevent crime within the Village.

Mission:

It is the mission of the Clarendon Hills Police Department to provide professional, high quality, and effective police service in partnership with the community.

We act to meet the emergency and daily needs of the community, to preserve peace and order, to reduce crime and its effects, and to aid in pedestrian/traffic safety.

We seek to provide a professional and well-trained staff, to work as partners with other law enforcement agencies, and serve as a valued resource for the people of Clarendon Hills.

We strive to enhance the quality of life, through an active partnership with the citizens and business community of Clarendon Hills.

We recognize our diverse community and provide police services without regard to sex, race, religion, national origin, social status or sexual orientation.

Clarendon Hills Police Department Motto: JUSTICE WITH HONOR

Organization:

The Department consists of:

• Chief of Police
• 4 Sergeants
• 1 Investigator
• 8 Officers
• 1 Community Service Officer
• 1 Full-Time Police Assistant
• 1 Part-time Police Assistant

Career Opportunities:

A career with us is more than just a job—it’s a chance to continuously evolve. We offer diverse assignments that let you apply your skills, pursue your passion, and lead in specialized fields.

MERIT/SWAT:  Master advanced weaponry, tactics, and collaboration to respond to critical, high-risk incidents.

Drone Unit:  Join the cutting edge of policing by piloting Unmanned Aerial Systems for search operations, high-risk apprehensions, and accident reconstruction.

Digital Forensics:  Hunt cybercriminals and uncover vital evidence by mastering data extraction and analysis from electronic devices.

Investigations:  Transition into a detective role, taking ownership of complex felony cases, building comprehensive cases, and securing successful prosecutions.

Evidence Technician:  Become the crucial link between the crime scene and the courtroom, meticulously processing physical evidence to solve crimes.

Juvenile Officer:  Directly impact the next generation by focusing on youth crime prevention, intervention, and community outreach.

Bike Unit:  Enhance patrol visibility, build stronger community trust, and quickly maneuver through the community on our new e-bikes.

NATURE OF WORK

This is responsible law enforcement work in the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances.

Work involves responsibility for the protection of life and property, prevention of crime, apprehension of criminals and the enforcement of laws and ordinances. An employee of this class may be assigned to a uniformed patrol, crime prevention, investigative work, juvenile work, or other specialized departmental activity. Work involves an element of personal danger in the pursuit of duties. Officers must exercise independent judgment in meeting both routine and complex emergency situation and act without direct supervision. A significant portion of time involves public contact where discretion and tact is to be conscientious exercised. Assignments and instruction are received in general terms from a superior officer who reviews and evaluates work methods and results through reports, observations and discussions.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Patrols residential and commercial property, in a vehicle, on a bike, or on foot, to observe, prevent, or terminate unlawful acts; maintains radio contact with dispatch; reports crimes or unusual situations; responds to calls or initiates actions; backs up other units as required.

Responds to calls involving traffic accidents and other serious accidents; secures scene to protect victims and property; gives first aid and calls for medical assistance; interviews participants and witnesses; collects other related information and completes reports.

Facilitates the movement of people and vehicles, including enforcement of all traffic regulations; controls and redirects traffic in congested areas and scenes of emergency or danger; promotes traffic safety; assists stranded motorists; enforces parking restrictions; controls crowds; and prevents the blockages of sidewalks, streets and other public access.

Operates a radar unit in monitoring speed of traffic; stops violators and issues warnings or citations; may conduct appropriate tests for determination of intoxication.

Responds to a wide range of citizens’ needs and requests, at times under emergency conditions; e.g., accidents, rescue efforts, search for missing person(s), alarms and in-progress felonies.

Responds to reports of criminal activity; searches buildings, residences, and surrounding areas for criminal subject; secures scene to restore peace and protect evidence; calls for assistance as needed; provides backup to other officers engaged in confrontation or arrest activities.

Interviews complainants and witnesses; analyzes probable sequences of events; seeks additional data through research, telephone calls, interviews and other methods; identifies, arrests, fingerprints, and takes into custody offender(s) for probable cause; advises such persons of their constitutional rights; searches for weapons or contraband; interrogates regarding act(s) committed; transports for incarceration; and testifies in court proceedings to provide known facts and evidence.

On an assigned basis, serves as an adult or youth investigator; conducts follow-up investigations; interviews witnesses, victims, and others and takes statements; interrogates suspects; examines records and collects evidence to be used for criminal prosecution; prepares detailed investigative reports; testifies in court; conducts surveillances; contacts parents and other agencies for the purpose of juvenile counseling and referral.

On an assigned basis, serves as a criminal prevention officer; performs security surveys and identifies measures to reduce or eliminate criminal opportunities; conducts training seminars for businesses in the areas of theft, shoplifting, and other criminal acts; initiates public participation in crime prevention through neighborhood meetings and other means; implements juvenile safeguard programs.

On an assigned basis, serves as a range instructor; schedules weapons training; provides training in the use of handguns, shotguns and police tactics and methods; maintains department arsenal.

On an assigned basis, serves as school resources officer; makes classroom presentations on matters pertaining to drug abuse; counsels students and responds to their inquiries; prepares lesson plans.

On an assigned basis, serves as a field training officer; patrols with recruits and instructs officers on police procedures; evaluates officers during probationary period.

May serve as a shift supervisor several times a week.

Periodically practices the use of a variety of firearms and attends continuing education seminars and lectures on various law enforcement practices and techniques.

May have to work in inclement weather; may be subject to personal hostility; and the potential exists for sustaining serious bodily harm or possibly death in the performance of duties.

Provides effective and efficient customer services and promotes and maintains responsive community relations.

Provides effective and efficient customer services and promotes and maintains responsive community relations.

Follows all applicable safety policies and procedures. Responsible for reporting unsafe conditions and acts to supervisor, as well as all accidents and near misses. Recommends improvements to safety practices and takes personal responsibility for preventable accidents.

Maintains work area to prevent accidents. Follows proper lifting and material handling procedures at all times. Wears appropriate clothing and footwear to prevent slips, falls or other accidents.

Completes all required safety training.

May be required to work at special events or community functions

Clarendon Hills Police Department - Lateral Police Officer has 2 vacancies.

The deadline to test for the next hiring cycle is October 10, 2026.

Currently have 2 (two) vacant police officer positions to fill.

Lateral Officer Starting Salary:  Range of $96,820 - $117, 870 depending on qualifications.  

Efficient Work Schedule:  Benefit from the 12-hour shift model, providing you with more consecutive days off for greater work-life balance.

Multi-Layered Retirement Security:  Secure your future with the robust Illinois Police Pension, Social Security, PLUS the option to enroll in 457 retirement savings plan.

Comprehensive Health & Wellness:  Gain peace of mind with full coverage including Health, Dental, and Vision insurance for you and your family.

Long-Term Financial Planning:  Build a protected nest egg for future medical needs with the VEBA (Voluntary Employees’ Beneficiary Association) retirement healthcare savings plan.

Time Off That Counts:  Enjoy generous accruals of Paid Vacation, Holidays (11), and Sick Leave from day one.

Tuition Reimbursement:  We invest in your growth with a strong Tuition Reimbursement program, helping you achieve your academic goals without the debt.

Union Representation:  Benefit from the advocacy provided by MAP union membership