Now Hiring Police Officers

The Springfield Police Department is now hiring entry-level officers. Those interested in learning more about the process are encouraged to attend an upcoming information session. The deadline to apply is February 12. For complete details and how to apply, visit our hiring page.

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Fitness Classes for Police Applicants

The Springfield Police invite individuals interested in taking the February police test to join us for free fitness sessions. These sessions take place every Tuesday and Thursday at 7:00 p.m. at the Salvation Army Community Center, 1600 E. Clear Lake. Sessions go until Thursday, February 16, and are designed to help candidates perform their best.


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SPD Receives Accreditation

The Illinois Law Enforcement Accreditation Program (ILEAP) awarded the Springfield Police Department the highest ranking available – Tier 2 status. The department demonstrated compliance with 180 professional standards, including community engagement and victim/witness services in order to receive accreditation. The Springfield Police are only 53 of the 994 police departments in Illinois have achieved this level of recognition for their work.

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Springfield Police Promote Three

Three officers were promoted in a ceremony at the Springfield Police Academy on Thursday, January 26. Officers William Burton Brown and Donald Rummans were promoted to the rank of Sergeant and Sergeant Paula Crouch was promoted to the rank of Lieutenant. We appreciate their willingness to serve our residents and to further lead and mentor the men and women of the SPD.

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