Deputy Ranger Police Officer

SUMMARY

The Ranger Police Officer enforces the Illinois Compiled Statutes within Lake County, and enforces the District’s Rules & Regulations on District lands. Officers are entrusted with protecting both the public and natural resources while building strong community relationships. Members of the Lake County Forest Preserve District’s Public Safety Department take pride in a Community-Oriented Policing philosophy, maintaining peace while engaging in proactive initiatives that foster trust and collaboration with the public and our other public safety partners.

This is a highly visible and rewarding position where officers patrol on foot, bike, or vehicles, prevent crime, ensure public safety, protect open lands, investigate incidents, make arrests, and provide emergency assistance. Officers gain the opportunity to serve in one of the most unique and scenic law enforcement environments in Illinois, with over 31,700 acres of protected land, trails, lakes, and recreation areas.

EXPERIENCE

• Completion of basic police training approved by the state of Illinois and local law enforcement officer training board;
• A valid driver’s license;
• Vision correctable to 20/20.

BENEFITS

• IMRF pension;
• Medical insurance;
• Paid vacation;
• Paid sick leave;
• Paid holidays.