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The Illinois State Police Merit Board is responsible for certifying applicants to the Illinois State Police for appointment. To apply to become an Illinois State Police Trooper, visit the Illinois State Police Merit Board Opens in new window website.
In 1922, the first state police force in Illinois emerged with a few leather helmet-clad men patrolling the highways on motorcycles. Today, the Illinois State Police, one of the premier law enforcement agencies in the nation, is a multifaceted police agency enforcing the laws, protecting the public, and providing an array of specialty services to other law enforcement agencies while exemplifying the values of Integrity, Service, and Pride.
After joining the Illinois State Police, you can choose your path from one of the following opportunities:
- SWAT
- Crime Scene Investigator
- K-9
- Air Patrol
- Motorcycle Patrol
- Investigations
- Patrol
- Academy Instructor
More information, including the ISP Recruitment Video, is available by selecting the employment button at the top of this page or by contacting an Illinois State Police Recruitment Specialist. Information about benefits and other programs offered by the Illinois State Police is also available on this page.
Illinois State Police Recruitment Office
Illinois State Police Recruitment
Be Part of the Tradition
- Protect the public
- Help people in need
- Make a positive impact on people's lives
- Serve your community
- Enjoy diverse career opportunities and career advancement
Starting Salary: $90,828
Highlighted Benefits
- Shift differential pay
- Hazardous duty pay
- Uniform allowance
- Paid vacation and holidays
- 12 weeks paternity/maternity leave
- And many more benefits
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