Job Description

BURR RIDGE POLICE DEPARTMENT
7700 S. COUNTY LINE ROAD
BURR RIDGE, ILLINOIS 60527
630-323-8181

Updated: April 15, 2025

Job Classification: Police Officer Entry Level

The Burr Ridge Police Department is currently accepting applications for Entry Level Police Officers (Rolling List)

Entry Level Candidates must fill out an application with NTN. All Entry Level Candidates must complete the FrontLine National exam through National Testing Network. Applicants must also complete the Public Safety Self-Assessment (PSSA) and the Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ) located in your National Testing Network account.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Salary Information: $78,937 - $114,456

Top pay reached after 8 years

Benefit Information: Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance. Sick Leave, Uniform Provided/Clothing Allowance, Paid vacation, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Holidays, Police Pension

Department Contact
Sam Temes, Executive Assistant
630-654-8181 ext 5120

Department Overview: The Burr Ridge Police Department consists of 32 full-time employees, 28 of whom are sworn officers including a Chief, two (2) Deputy Chiefs, and five (5) Sergeants.

Officers enjoy working twelve-hour shifts and participating in extensive levels of training.

The Department also offers a variety of specialty positions. Investigations, Firearms Instructor, Field Training Officer, Evidence Technician, Bike Patrol and School Resource Officer.

Area Information: The Village of Burr Ridge is located approximately 20 miles southwest of Chicago. With a population of 11,192 and an area of 7.332 square miles.

Job Requirements

Age:
Must be 21-34 at the time of application. Exemptions for military or prior police experience

Citizenship Required:
Must be a U.S. Citizen

High School Grad / GED:
High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)

Driver's License:
Yes

Ability to Read/Speak English:
Yes

Additional Requirements:
Valid POWER Test Card, must be dated within one year prior to the posting of the Final Eligibility List
No felony convictions.

Hiring Process:

Complete the Burr Ridge Police Department application process. This includes completing the National Testing Network's Frontline exam, personal history questionnaire (PHQ), Public Safety Self-Assessment (PSSA), and uploading a completed application with all necessary documentation. Applications with missing documentation will not be considered.
Oral interview with the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners
Background investigation
Polygraph exam
Psychological exam
Preemployment Physical examination
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $ 65,156.00 90,724.00 Per Year

Job Tags

Full time, Shift work,

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