What Highland Park PD pays
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$125,889
Posting · verified Oct 1, 2026Lateral start
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Not publishedTracked since Oct 1, 2026. We keep every figure a posting has ever stated, so changes show here.
Rank 4 of 9 Chicago Area departments with published starting pay. Compare all
Open jobs at Highland Park PD
Police Officer (Lateral)
Highland Park, ILContinuous$91,158starting
Requirements
From the department's postings- Minimum age21
- EducationSome college
- Certification required to applyYes
- Takes out-of-state lateralsYes
- Lateral termsAdvanced step and vacation placement possible up to Step 6 for "transferable credit" with current department.
- Scheduleeight hours but may be extended due to emergencies, disasters, manpower shortages, or ongoing incidents. The position requires both regular and irregular shift work, including shift rotations to ensure 24/7 police services throughout the year, including weekends and holidays.
- PensionPension Program
How Highland Park PD compares nearby
All 311 Chicago Area agencies| Department | Status | Starting pay | vs Highland Park | Bonus | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Park PD | Hiring | $91,158 | — | None | |
| Deerfield PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Highwood PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Bannockburn PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Northbrook PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Riverwoods PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None |
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