Police Officer
Village of Pingree Grove
Pingree Grove, IL
Posted Date
5/11/2026
Description
Position Information
Application Deadline:
06/10/26
@ 2:00 PM
Salary:
Starting: $69,317.06
Collective Bargaining Agreement: Metropolitan Alliance of Police - Chapter #564
Benefits Included:
Holiday Time: 88 hours per year
Comp Time: Can accumulate up to 80 hours
Sick Time: Earn 96 hours per year & accumulate up to 960 hours
Vacation Time (0-5 years): 80 hours
Health Insurance (HMO, PPO available)
Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
Ballistic vest provided every 5 years
Downstate police pension plan
Deferred compensation (457) plan
Tuition reimbursement program
Current Patrol Shifts will be discussed at Orientation.
Sworn:
18 FT; 1 PT
Population:
11,137 as of year 2024
Position Details
The Board of Police Commissioners for the Village of Pingree Grove is now accepting applications for the position of Entry Level Police Officer.
Testing is being conducted for immediate open positions and to establish an Eligibility List for future anticipated hiring needs.
It is the mission of the Pingree Grove Police Department to provide services with integrity and dedication, to preserve life, to enforce the law, and to work in partnership with the community to enhance the quality of life in the Village of Pingree Grove.
Pingree Grove is less than an hour from downtown Chicago. It is located in northern Kane County which, in recent decades, has rapidly transitioned from agricultural area and small towns along the Fox River, into one of the nation's fastest growing suburban counties. The family friendly community is situated right here in the picturesque countryside of Illinois.
Applications are available at:
Applications will be online for purchase until 6/10/26 at 2:00 PM
The deadline for returning completed applications is:
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 by 2:00 PM
All applications must be returned to the office of:
COPS and FIRE Testing Service
ATTN: Pingree Grove PD
1251 N. Plum Grove Road, Suite 160
Schaumburg, IL 60173
You must meet the following minimum requirements:
Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen of the United States or an individual who has permanent resident status and is legally authorized to work in the United States. Must under federal law, be authorized to obtain, carry, purchase, or otherwise possess a firearm.
Driver's License: Must possess a valid Driver's License at the time of application with the ability to obtain an Illinois Driver's License upon time of hire.
Age Requirement: Applicants must have attained their 21st birthday by the last date for filing applications (6/10/26). Applicants must be under the age of 35 years on 6/10/26, AND at such time as the Initial 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 police officer in a regularly constituted police department for a municipality in the United States.
Education: Must have proof of High School Diploma, GED Certificate or High School Proficiency Statement.
Residence: At this time there are no stated requirements for residency declared by the Village of Pingree Grove.
Language: Must be able to comprehend the English language, both spoken and written.
Character: Must have no felony convictions and 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 and be of good moral character pursuant to 50 ILCS 705/6.
Driving Offenses: Must not have been convicted for driving offenses within the last two (2) years caused by alcohol, including DUI, or two or more convictions with the last seven (7) years.
POWER Card: Must possess a valid POWER Card issued between the dates of 6/10/25 and 6/10/26 issued by certified testing agency.
Testing: Must be able to participate and successfully complete all phases of the testing process including:
polygraph test
medical examination
psychological assessment
drug screening
intensive background investigation
FOID Card: Must possess a valid FOID card at time of conditional offer of employment.
All individuals meeting the eligibility requirements are encouraged to continue with the application process.
Additional information will be provided in the packet which can be downloaded at:
There is a $25.00 non-refundable application fee. Applications are NOT available at the Pingree Grove Police Department or Village Hall.
Applicants must attend the mandatory orientation and test date:
Mandatory Orientation and Written Examination:
Saturday, June 27, 2026
Registration starts at 8:30 AM
Orientation - 9:00 AM
Written Examination immediately following the Orientation
Location:
Village of Pingree Grove
Municipal Center
555 Reinking Road
Pingree Grove, IL 60140
All applications are subject to the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners of the Village of Pingree Grove, which is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary
69,317.06 Annual
Field
Police
Highest Educational Degree Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Village of Pingree Grove
Pingree Grove, IL
Posted Date
5/11/2026
Description
Position Information
Application Deadline:
06/10/26
@ 2:00 PM
Salary:
Starting: $69,317.06
Collective Bargaining Agreement: Metropolitan Alliance of Police - Chapter #564
Benefits Included:
Holiday Time: 88 hours per year
Comp Time: Can accumulate up to 80 hours
Sick Time: Earn 96 hours per year & accumulate up to 960 hours
Vacation Time (0-5 years): 80 hours
Health Insurance (HMO, PPO available)
Vision, Dental and Life Insurance
Ballistic vest provided every 5 years
Downstate police pension plan
Deferred compensation (457) plan
Tuition reimbursement program
Current Patrol Shifts will be discussed at Orientation.
Sworn:
18 FT; 1 PT
Population:
11,137 as of year 2024
Position Details
The Board of Police Commissioners for the Village of Pingree Grove is now accepting applications for the position of Entry Level Police Officer.
Testing is being conducted for immediate open positions and to establish an Eligibility List for future anticipated hiring needs.
It is the mission of the Pingree Grove Police Department to provide services with integrity and dedication, to preserve life, to enforce the law, and to work in partnership with the community to enhance the quality of life in the Village of Pingree Grove.
Pingree Grove is less than an hour from downtown Chicago. It is located in northern Kane County which, in recent decades, has rapidly transitioned from agricultural area and small towns along the Fox River, into one of the nation's fastest growing suburban counties. The family friendly community is situated right here in the picturesque countryside of Illinois.
Applications are available at:
Applications will be online for purchase until 6/10/26 at 2:00 PM
The deadline for returning completed applications is:
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 by 2:00 PM
All applications must be returned to the office of:
COPS and FIRE Testing Service
ATTN: Pingree Grove PD
1251 N. Plum Grove Road, Suite 160
Schaumburg, IL 60173
You must meet the following minimum requirements:
Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen of the United States or an individual who has permanent resident status and is legally authorized to work in the United States. Must under federal law, be authorized to obtain, carry, purchase, or otherwise possess a firearm.
Driver's License: Must possess a valid Driver's License at the time of application with the ability to obtain an Illinois Driver's License upon time of hire.
Age Requirement: Applicants must have attained their 21st birthday by the last date for filing applications (6/10/26). Applicants must be under the age of 35 years on 6/10/26, AND at such time as the Initial 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 police officer in a regularly constituted police department for a municipality in the United States.
Education: Must have proof of High School Diploma, GED Certificate or High School Proficiency Statement.
Residence: At this time there are no stated requirements for residency declared by the Village of Pingree Grove.
Language: Must be able to comprehend the English language, both spoken and written.
Character: Must have no felony convictions and 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 and be of good moral character pursuant to 50 ILCS 705/6.
Driving Offenses: Must not have been convicted for driving offenses within the last two (2) years caused by alcohol, including DUI, or two or more convictions with the last seven (7) years.
POWER Card: Must possess a valid POWER Card issued between the dates of 6/10/25 and 6/10/26 issued by certified testing agency.
Testing: Must be able to participate and successfully complete all phases of the testing process including:
polygraph test
medical examination
psychological assessment
drug screening
intensive background investigation
FOID Card: Must possess a valid FOID card at time of conditional offer of employment.
All individuals meeting the eligibility requirements are encouraged to continue with the application process.
Additional information will be provided in the packet which can be downloaded at:
There is a $25.00 non-refundable application fee. Applications are NOT available at the Pingree Grove Police Department or Village Hall.
Applicants must attend the mandatory orientation and test date:
Mandatory Orientation and Written Examination:
Saturday, June 27, 2026
Registration starts at 8:30 AM
Orientation - 9:00 AM
Written Examination immediately following the Orientation
Location:
Village of Pingree Grove
Municipal Center
555 Reinking Road
Pingree Grove, IL 60140
All applications are subject to the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners of the Village of Pingree Grove, which is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary
69,317.06 Annual
Field
Police
Highest Educational Degree Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Job ID: 521982942
Originally Posted on: 5/21/2026
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