Park Police
Committed to Your Safety and Security
The Rockford Park District Police coordinate their efforts so that all of you can safely enjoy our parks, facilities and programs. Our officers patrol 180 parks and facilities, and are stationed at more than 500 events a year.
The department has been successful in keeping parks, playgrounds, and recreational facilities safe for visitors, customers, and employees thanks to our community-oriented policing strategy.
Park Police presence keeps problems and trouble from developing rather than responding after something occurs.
Emergency: 911
Non-Emergency: 815.966.2900
Community Services: 815.987.8874
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The Rockford Park District Police Department is calling on all qualified individuals with strong character, the desire to serve, the dedication to protect, and the commitment to live these values. If you are ready to become a Rockford Park District police officer and prepared to commit to doing what it takes to do the job, please apply and begin your journey.
Benefits Include:
Paid Training and Academy Tuition
Competitive Salary & Benefits
20% discount for all RPD activities
“The mission of the Rockford Park District Police Department is to help people enjoy life by deterring crime and maintaining safe parks.”
Patrols
Our police department patrols all parks and facilities. We utilize several special vehicles in order to increase the effectiveness of patrol function. In addition to marked police squads, the department deploys ATV's, bicycles, Segways, and snowmobiles to enhance our ability to patrol.
(S.E.R.T.)
Our department also has a Snowmobile Emergency Response Team (S.E.R.T.). This team responds to emergencies in four counties throughout northern Illinois.
Community Service
Our department offers educational programs for bicycle safety and snowmobile safety.
Call 815-987-8874 for more information about safety classes for schools and neighborhood groups and programs.
Eagle Eye Watch Program
The Rockford Park District Police are asking residents who live around a neighborhood park to keep an eye on activities and report any suspicious activity at once. Be alert and report vandalism, safety hazards, fires, crime, and undesirable activities occurring in your neighborhood park.
Path & Trail Etiquette
Rockford Park District police enforce rules of common courtesy to be used on all Rockford Park District paths and trails. These rules are designed for the safety and enjoyment of everyone using the paths and trails.