ABOUT THE POLICE DEPARTMENT

The Carpentersville Police Department is dedicated to preventing and solving crime, promoting public safety, and delivering high-quality police services. The Department collaborates with community members and partner agencies to ensure a safe environment and address quality-of-life concerns.

The Carpentersville Police Department serves a community of approximately 38,921 residents in Kane County, Illinois. The Department offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a wide range of career development and specialty assignment opportunities. Patrol officers work an 8.5-hour rotating schedule: five days on and two days off, followed by five days on and three days off. Shifts are bid annually by seniority.

Salary ranges from $75,319 to $115,011, depending on experience and qualifications. A five percent education incentive may be available. Collective bargaining agreements are subject to ongoing negotiations, with the current contract set to expire at the end of 2025.

Holiday pay ranges from $2,066 to $3,176 annually, depending on education incentives. Additional compensation includes sick leave incentives, longevity pay of $50 per year of service capped at 20 years, and a uniform allowance.

Benefits include vacation time, personal time, floating birthday leave, compensatory time, sick leave accruals, health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, a 457(b) retirement savings plan, a health savings plan, a pension plan, and a uniform allowance.

Opportunities include Detective, Special Operations Group, FBI Task Force, Warrant Service Team, K-9 Handler, SWAT, Firearms Instructor, Mobile Field Force, Drone Operator, Major Accident and Crimes Investigation Task Force, Field Training Officer, Honor Guard, School Resource Officer, and Evidence Technician.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

Applicants for the position of Police Officer with the Carpentersville Police Department must meet the following criteria as established by the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners:

RESIDENCE

Applicants for examination must be United States citizens or permanent residents, and residents of the state of Illinois. Applicants must also reside within 35 miles of the Village of Carpentersville village limits within one year of being hired.

AGE

Applicants must be at least 21 years of age at the time of appointment and under 35 years of age, unless qualifying for an age exemption under 65 ILCS 5/10-2.1-6(d). Applicants seeking an age exemption must have been continuously employed full-time as a police officer for at least 365 days immediately prior to application.

EDUCATION

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED.

LICENSE & CERTIFICATION 

Applicants must possess a valid state-issued driver’s license and a valid P.O.W.E.R. Test card issued within 12 months of the application deadline. P.O.W.E.R. Test cards from Triton College or Joliet Junior College are accepted.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must have no felony convictions and must meet all requirements established by the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners. Certain misdemeanor convictions or serious traffic offenses may result in disqualification.

APPLICATION PROCESS

PHASE 1: Submit Application
Applicants must complete and electronically submit all application materials by the established deadline. Applications are available HERE. Completed applications and all other required documentation should be emailed to HR@cville.org or dropped off at the Human Resources Department, 1200 L.W. Besinger Drive, Carpentersville, IL.

In addition to the application form, candidates are required to submit copies of the following documents as part of their application:

• Valid state-issued driver's license;
• Birth Certificate;
• High school diploma or G.E. D. equivalent;
• Valid P.O.W.E.R. test card issued within 12 months of the application due date;
• Candidates requesting preference points must submit documentation at this time.

PHASE 2: Written Examination
Applicants must complete a written examination administered by the National Testing Network, either remotely or on-site. The National Testing Network charges a testing fee. Reduced fees or waivers may be available based on eligibility criteria.

PHASE 3: Oral Interview
The top 30 applicants on the written exam will be invited to an oral interview with the Board of Fire and Police Commissioners. Applicants will be notified of their eligibility to proceed to this step approximately one week prior to the interview.

PHASE 4:  Eligibility List and Final Selection
Applicants who successfully complete the written examination and oral interview will be placed on an Initial Eligibility List. Preference points will be applied, if applicable, to create a Final Eligibility List valid for two years. Appointments will be made in rank order as vacancies occur, contingent upon successful completion of all post-offer requirements. Full employment will be withheld until the successful completion of the following:

• Submission of required documentation (copy of birth certificate, driver’s license, naturalization certificate if applicable, etc.);
• Background Investigation;
• Polygraph Examination;
• Psychological Examination by a Licensed Clinical Psychologist;
• Medical Examination (which shall include a test of the applicant’s vision, hearing, presence of communicable diseases, as well as a test to screen for the use of drugs and/or narcotics);
• Must pass pre-academy P.O.W.E.R. Test.

The selection process is estimated to take approximately 100 to 180 days from the date applications are submitted until the date the applicant is hired. If an applicant fails to complete the application process, they may reapply when the Carpentersville Board of Police and Fire Commission initiates a new selection process.