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Lateral Entry Police Officer


Currently employed police officers can easily apply to join the ranks of the Glendale Heights Police Department. The Glendale Heights Police Commission is continually accepting lateral officer applications and there is no deadline for submission.

Minimum preliminary requirements to apply:

  • Certification from the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards as a certified full-time police officer
  • Previous continuous service as a police officer in the State of Illinois for a minimum of two(2)years
  • In good standing in the police department in which the person currently serves or separated from in good standing with no adverse employment action
  • Eligible to be granted a waiver of basic training from the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board
  • No Felony convictions, or misdemeanor convictions involving moral turpitude
  • Bi-Lingual capability is desired but not required
  • Starting salary: $86,049.60 (current CBA expires 4/30/24)
  • Ceiling salary: $112,257.60

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Lateral transfer applicants must successfully complete the following examinations to be considered for employment:

  • Background Investigation
  • Oral Interview
  • Polygraph
  • Psychological
  • Medical Examination and Screening

Lateral applications can be found here.

Completed applications & checklist items can be returned in person or emailed to Deputy Chief Michael Pentecost at mike_pentecost@glendaleheights.org.