🚔Law EnforcementActively Hiring
Chicago Police Department (CPD)
📍 Chicago, IL
Salary Range
$53,654–$100,116
Entry Exam
NTN FrontLine National
Timeline
8–14 months from NTN score to academy
Hiring Status
Actively Hiring
💪 Physical Standards
CPD Physical Fitness Test: push-ups, sit-ups, 1.5-mile run. Minimum scores required.
📋 Background Requirements
- ✓U.S. citizen
- ✓At least 21 years old
- ✓High school diploma or GED
- ✓Valid driver's license
- ✓No felony convictions
- ✓Chicago residency required after hire
⏱️ Hiring Timeline
8–14 months from NTN score to academy
📌 Notes & Context
CPD uses NTN FrontLine for written testing. ~11,500 sworn officers. Residency requirement applies post-hire. Active FOP union.
💰 Compensation & Benefits
Compare with other agencies →Starting Salary
$53,654
5-Year Salary
$78,000
10-Year Salary
$100,116
Pension
Defined Benefit (pension)
Vests at 10 years
Health Insurance
full
Dental & Vision
✓ Included
Vacation Days/yr
12 days
Sick Days/yr
15 days
Uniform Allowance
$1,200/year
Estimated Take-Home Pay
~$3,400/mo (starting, after deductions)
⚠️ Estimate — verify with department. Pension reform ongoing. FOP union. Chicago residency required post-hire.
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