Barrington, IL Police Department - Certified Police Officer

·        US Citizen

·        Be a current, full-time, sworn, Illinois municipal police officer, Illinois state trooper, or Illinois county sheriff’s deputy who possesses a State of Illinois certification according to Illinois law with at least two years of continuous service with current department and be in good standing at time of hire. 

·        Also must possess substantially equivalent skills and abilities as a current Barrington police officer with the same experience.

·        Must be age 21 at date of hire.

·        Maximum of 34 years of age at time of application (except as otherwise provided by Illinois law)

·        High school graduate or equivalent

·        At least 60 hours of college credits with a “C” average or better

·        Valid driver’s license (requires a valid Illinois driver’s license at date of hire)

·        Must pass the police officer wellness (POWER) test administered by the Barrington Police Department.

·        Compliance with the Barrington Police Department’s Appearance Policy. Specifically no visible tattoos allowed.

A $35 application fee will be collected at time of application.