Entry Level Police Officers

VILLAGE OF WILMETTE  POLICE DEPARTMENT 710 Ridge Road, Wilmette, IL 60091 p: (847) 256-1200 policerecruitment@wilmette.com www.wilmette.gov  

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Entry Level Police Officers

Application Deadline:

How to apply:

Candidates must complete and submit a Village of Wilmette application electronically and e-mail a saved copy to policerecruitment@wilmette.com or print and mail, or deliver the form to: 3220 Big Tree Ln, Wilmette IL 60091 (temporary station). Free applications are available on our website at https://wilmette.gov/Recruitment.

The Wilmette Police Department is collaborating with National Testing Network (NTN). NTN provides applicants with flexible testing options, allowing candidates to complete the examination remotely or attend an in-person testing location at a time that works best for their schedule. Individuals interested in joining the Wilmette Police Department must create an NTN account to complete the required testing and upload all required documentation to the portal to be considered for a position at the Wilmette Police Department.

All interested candidates must submit their application to policerecruitment@wilmette.com , take the written or virtual exam, and upload all required documentation through their NTN portal by September 28, 2026

For questions, please contact Management Assistant Emily Janowiak at janowiake@wilmette.com or (847) 8537549.

Compensation and Benefits:

The 2027 salary range for entry-level police officer is $95,718 - $128,545. The Village offers an excellent benefits package that includes participation in the Police Pension Fund, medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, and voluntary participation in a deferred compensation program (457 plan). Additional benefits include vacation days, holiday time, overtime, tuition reimbursement, flexible spending accounts, sick leave, specialty stipends, and an employee assistance program.

Entry Level Requirements

Citizen of the U.S. or legally authorized to work in the United States

At least 21 and under 35 years of age

At the time of filing the application, each entry-level candidate shall have a bachelors degree in any discipline from an accredited college or university, or a candidate may be placed on the eligible register and ultimately hired by the Village, prior to receipt of a bachelors degree, when an internship for credits can be completed at the police academy and such internship is the only remaining credits needed to achieve and obtain a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Valid drivers license

Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position of a police officer.

Possess a valid POWER Card by September 28, 2026 

Salary/Compensation: $95,718 - $128,545 per year

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