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join the charleston police department team
join the charleston police department team
NEXT NEW-HIRE TESTING DATE: May 4, 2024
REQUIREMENTS TO JOIN
REQUIREMENTS TO JOIN
New Hire
U.S. Citizen
Valid Drivers License
Live within 20 miles of City Hall
No felony or domestic battery convictions
Entry-level officers must be under 35 years of age
Experienced
Two or more consecutive years of experience as a police officer, with a State, County or Municipal Police Agency.
Currently in good standing in the Police Department in which the applicant works or has worked.
Successful completion of the State of Illinois Approved Basic Police Training Academy or a recognized equivalent.
Currently certified by the State of Illinois as a Police Officer, or able to obtain certification without having to attend the Academy.