Police

Police Recruit

The ideal candidate will have a passion for law enforcement and making a positive impact on the community, as well as committed to teamwork and delivering excellent customer service. The Police Recruit position within the Police Department performs the following tasks:

• Learn operations of the Police Department first-hand through observation and participation in a wide variety of police activities.

• Serve in a training capacity while attending the Police Academy.

Below are the testing dates scheduled for this application period.

• Physical and Written Test Dates:

  • Thursday, June 11, 2026

  • Wednesday, July 8, 2026

  • Saturday, August 1, 2026

• Oral Boards

  • Wednesday, June 17, 2026

  • Wednesday, July 15, 2026

  • Thursday, August 6, 2026

Recently voted the #1 place, to live, work and play, Peoria is a community you can be proud to work for. Take a look at the great benefits offered to eligible employees.

If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community's needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then Peoria is the place for you!

Applications will be accepted for current vacancies until the posted closing date, or until a sufficient number of applications have been received. Applicants will be notified of any next steps by email and/or phone.

An Equal Employment Opportunity Agency.

Peoria es una Agencia de Igualdad de Oportunidad de Empleo.