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Entry Level Police Officer Testing

The Board of Police Commissioners for the Village of Plainfield has opened its testing process for the position of entry level Police Officer. We are seeking motivated, service-oriented individuals who are committed to protecting the community and maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. Qualified candidates will have the opportunity to work in a modern, community-focused law enforcement agency that values teamwork, training, and career development. Individuals interested in a rewarding career serving the residents and businesses of Plainfield are encouraged to sign up for the written exam (in-person or online).

Lateral Police Officer Application

The Board of Police Commissioners for the Village of Plainfield is currently accepting applications for the position of Police Officer. This opening is limited to candidates who are presently certified police officers through the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board, or through an equivalent certifying agency in another state, and who meet the requirements for lateral transfer consideration. Interested candidates are encouraged to review the full job description for additional details. Applications will be available online, and interviews will be conducted on an as-needed basis with qualified applicants. Candidates who successfully complete the interview process will be placed on an eligibility roster for up to two years.

If you need assistance or have questions, please contact our Recruitment Team.

Learn more about the Plainfield Police Department

Plainfield, known as “Will County’s Oldest Community,” is a residential community approximately 35 miles southwest of Chicago.  With 48,000 residents and room to grow, the men and women of the Plainfield Police Department strongly emphasize community involvement and are committed to providing high quality law enforcement services.

The Plainfield Police Department is led by the Chief of Police and operates under three divisions (Patrol, Administration, and Support Services).  With 64 sworn officers and countless support staff, there are many opportunities for growth and opportunities including Detectives, Traffic Officers, School Resource Officers, SWAT, DARE, Field Training Officer, Drone Operator, K-9 Officer, Bike Officer, Social Media Team, Community Engagement Unit, Narcotics Unit, and many more.

Interested in learning what it’s like to be a Plainfield Police Officer?  Come see what we are all about and complete a ride-along with one of our officers.  Please complete this form and email recruitment@plainfieldpd.com to schedule your ride-along.

OFFICER PAY (as of 4/30/25)
• Salary range is $77,984 to $123,953

TIME OFF
• Up to 200 hours of vacation per year
• Earn up to 180 hours of compensation time per year
• 96 hours of sick leave per year

HOLIDAY PAY
• Ten paid holidays each year (can be taken as monetary or time off)

INSURANCE
• Health, dental, and vision benefits for all employees

RETIREMENT
• Sworn Officers are enrolled in the Article III Police Pension Plan
• Civilian employees are enrolled in the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF)
• All employees can participate in the 457 Plan with the ability to earn matching contributions from the Village of Plainfield

UNIFORMS/EQUIPMENT
• Each officer is completely outfitted upon appointment and provided with the most state-of-the-art equipment.

IMPORTANT WEBSITES

P.O.W.E.R. Test Card (required as part of application process)

 The P.O.W.E.R. Test requirements are listed in the chart.  The card can be obtained through Joliet Junior College and Northeastern Illinois Public Safety Training Academy.

Joliet Junior College
Northeastern Illinois Public Safety Training Academy 

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