Join the Team

Dear Prospective Applicant:

Looking to join the CPD? We are seeking highly qualified applicants who are interested in enhancing the quality of life for all residents in the state of Illinois through professional and ethical enforcement of the law. Officers must swear and obey the values of becoming an Officer.

How to Apply

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Applications are currently closed, Stay tuned to our announcements for updates.

Qualifications

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All applicants must meet the Minimum Standards Requirements. The minimum qualifications are as follows:

Officer Selection Process

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The Chicago Police Department is committed to recruiting and selecting the most qualified applicant. Every applicant must successfully complete every component of the selection process. The process will include:

Probationary Period

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The Probationary Period Program is a system where our Field Training Officers (FTO) will take you on duty with them to get live action training. There will be test, real-time scenarios, and action packed scenes putting your Law Enforcement skills to the test. The point of this program is to further Law Enforcement knowledge and have you ready for what you will experience by yourself. After completing one ride-along and a sign-off from the FTO, you will be promoted from your probationary period to the rank of "Officer" and will be all on your own! If a probationary requires more attention, the FTO will notify for any additional work.

On Patrol with the CPD

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After successful completion of the Probationary Period, Officers are granted the right to patrol on their own. All uniforms are to be setup before going on duty as well as vehicles. Officers are granted a 2011 Crown Victoria, and 2018 Ford Taurus.

Officers are required to record a minimum of 20 patrol hours every week. This activity will tell command that an Officer is active as well as attribute to their promotion status.

A simple and easy process. Join the Chicago Police Department today! We're always accepting new people.