City of Red Bud Open Positions

Red Bud Police Department

The Red Bud police department is accepting applications for a full-time police officer.

All applicants must:

  • Have a minimum of one year of full-time law enforcement experience.
  • Be a U.S. citizen.
  • Have a current/valid driver’s license.
  • No felony convictions.
  • Live twenty miles or less of the police department, in the state of Illinois and within six months of hire.
  • Pass an interview, background check, physical, drug screening and psychological evaluation.

The city’s officers take home squad cars if living within city limits and have uniforms provided.  Starting pay is $29.61.

The City of Red Bud offers an exemplary benefits package including medical, dental, vision and life insurance. Vacation, personal, sick and holiday time off is also provided.

Applications can be found at City Hall or below and can be sent to HR Department, City of Red Bud, 200 E. Market St., Red Bud, IL 62278.

If there are any questions, please contact the police department at 618-282-6118.

 

Red Bud City Pool

The City of Red Bud is now accepting applications for Red Bud City Swimming Pool lifeguards.

The pool operates during the summer, following the Red Bud CUSD #132 school calendar. The 2026 pool season is scheduled for May 24-August 10 and hours will vary based on scheduling and staffing.

This is ideal seasonal employment for students, teachers and anyone with a flexible schedule. Qualified individuals must be at least sixteen years old and have or be willing to complete all trainings and certifications required for the position. Starting pay will be $17 per hour.

For individuals interested, please fill out an application form on the city website, www.cityofredbud.org or pick up an application from City Hall. Completed applications can be dropped off at City Hall or emailed to financeofficer@cityofredbud.org. If you have any questions, please reach out to Liz Cowell, Finance Officer, 618-282-2315.

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The City of Red Bud provides equal employment opportunities to each employee and applicant for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, handicap or disability, unfavorable discharge from military service or status in accordance with applicable law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves or absence, compensation, and training.