The Gurnee Police Department offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, modern equipment, wellness resources, and opportunities for career advancement. Whether you're entering law enforcement or bringing years of experience as a lateral officer, our goal is to provide the support, training, and work-life balance needed to build a successful and rewarding career.

Compensation & Financial Benefits

We believe officers should be compensated for the important work they do.

  • Competitive salary ranging from $92,610 - 131,334
  • Lateral officers may receive experience credit when determining starting salary
  • Voluntary contract overtime opportunities paid at double-time
  • Pension benefits
  • 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
  • Roth IRA options
  • Uniform allowance
  • Annual voluntary fitness incentive

Work-Life Balance

A career in law enforcement shouldn't come at the expense of your personal life.

  • 12-hour shifts (6:00 AM–6:00 PM or 6:00 PM–6:00 AM)
  • Every other weekend off
  • Vacation, holiday, and personal leave
  • Paid sick leave
  • Sick leave incentive program
  • No residency requirement
  • No living radius restrictions

Career Development

Whether you're beginning your career or bringing years of experience, Gurnee offers opportunities to grow professionally.

  • Specialized assignments
  • Promotional opportunities
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid training and continuing education
  • Approved GI Bill On-The-Job Training Program
  • Supportive environment for military veterans and reservists

Wellness & Officer Support

Taking care of our officers is a priority.

Our wellness program includes:

  • Dedicated wellness room
  • Sauna
  • On-site gym
  • Voluntary on-site physical therapist visits
  • Peer support team
  • Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans

Modern & Professional Workplace

We understand that today's officers want a professional environment that reflects modern policing.

  • Department-issued uniforms and equipment
  • Department-provided ballistic vest
  • Visible tattoos permitted within policy guidelines
  • Beards, goatees, and facial hair permitted within policy guidelines