The CPD is looking for individuals who are:

• bright, energetic and motivated to protect and serve our diverse community
  
  
• willing to live by our core values of Professionalism, Obligation, Leadership, Integrity, Courage and Excellence, both on and off duty
  
  
• interested in using new technology to solve crimes and improve service
  
  
• open to new ideas and strategies to advance our goal and mission

We are looking for women and men who want to be part of one of the nation’s largest and most technologically advanced police departments. The CPD is a diverse workforce of over 13,000 sworn women and men who serve the City of Chicago by protecting its people and property. We have a strong tradition of service to our community, challenging assignments, and opportunities to use broad-based skills.

We offer excellent opportunities for career advancement through promotions and assignments to specialized units. In addition, we have a substantial benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage for employees and their dependents; paid sick leave, vacations and holidays; a tuition reimbursement program; home purchase assistance; a disability plan; a deferred compensation program and a pension plan.