(Lateral) Police Officer

City of Aurora•Aurora, IL

About The Position

The City of Aurora Police Department is recruiting experienced officers for lateral entry and will establish an alternative eligibility list. Candidates must have at least two years of full-time employment with their current agency as a sworn municipal officer, Illinois State Trooper, or County Sheriff's Deputy in the Patrol/Road Division. They must be off probationary status and in good standing with their current agency. Candidates must meet the department's eligibility requirements and successfully complete each applicable stage of the selection process. The process includes application review, orientation, panel interview, conditional offer, psychological assessment, in-depth background investigation, and pre-employment medical examination and drug screen. Advancement through the process does not guarantee employment. The department's tattoo policy prohibits tattoos on the head, neck, and face. Hand tattoos are not allowed, subject to very limited exceptions approved by the Chief of Police. Tattoos elsewhere may be visible if they are not considered objectionable or demeaning to the department's image. Tattoo nature, number, size, and location are considered; all tattoos must be covered for court appearances. Starting salary is $117,331.97 as of January 2027, plus a full benefit package. Applications must be submitted online to the City of Aurora by 3 p.m. CDT on November 18, 2026.

Requirements

Currently employed for at least two years with the current agency as a full-time sworn municipal officer, Illinois State Trooper, or County Sheriff's Deputy in the Patrol/Road Division.
Off probationary status and in good standing with the current agency.
Possess State of Illinois law enforcement certification from the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board and be in good standing; part-time certification does not qualify.
At least 23 years old and under 40 years old at the time of hire.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
U.S. citizen at the time of appointment.
Valid Class D driver's license; upload it with the application.
Valid Illinois FOID card.
Good moral character and no felony convictions. Misdemeanor convictions may disqualify candidates under applicable law and department criteria.
Current P.O.W.E.R. Test card from an ILETSB entity, issued within the last six months; present it no later than 14 calendar days after notice of entry into the official Background Phase.
Successfully meet all applicable qualifications and requirements at each selection stage.
Comply with the department's tattoo policy, including covering all tattoos for court appearances.

Benefits

Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
Retiree health care
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid time off, paid vacation days, designated holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave
On-site gym and health club membership reimbursement
Uniform allowance as determined by collective bargaining agreement
Reporting pay stipend (pensionable)
Interpreter stipend, if applicable
Tuition reimbursement
Annual pay increases
Eight-hour shifts