Braidwood Police Department

Police Officer Application
Deadline 10/15/2025 4:00 PM

Stanard & Associates, Inc. administers the application process for the City of Braidwood Board of Fire and Police Commissioners, and the City of Braidwood Board of Fire and Police Commissioners retains authority over the application process and hiring of individuals. All applicant information and application forms are the property of the City of Braidwood Board of Fire and Police Commissioners. Stanard & Associates, Inc. does not establish the qualification or eligibility requirements, required application procedures, or related employment standards and procedures and is limited in addressing questions or requests for information in these areas.

Please Note:  There is no fee for this application.

Braidwood Police Department

Braidwood, Illinois

The Board of Police and Fire Commissioners of the City of Braidwood, Illinois is accepting applications for the position of police officer with the Braidwood Police Department.

Salary: $65,236.08 as of 5/1/25

Population: 6,157

Sworn Police Officers: 14 full-time and 5 part-time

*** The City of Braidwood is at the onset of a significant development boom; with many commercial, residential, and retail construction projects underway.

All applicants must meet the following minimum requirements established by the City of Braidwood: 

  • U.S. citizenship or permanent resident;  
  • No felony convictions (Note: a misdemeanor or serious traffic offense may also disqualify applicants from further consideration);
  • Valid state-issued driver's license;
  • Minimum of 20 years of age by the application deadline date (October 15, 2025). All applicants must turn 21 years of age by the time of appointment;
  • Must be UNDER 35 years of age, subject to the age exception provisions of 65 ILCS 5/10- 2.1-6(d);
  • Be a high school graduate or possess a G.E.D. equivalent;
  • Possess good moral character, be of temperate habits and of sound health, and must be physically able to perform the duties of the position applied for;
  • Applications must be submitted no later than Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 4:00 PM;
  • Participate in a mandatory Orientation session on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 6:30 PM;
  • Participate in written exam testing immediately following the Orientation on Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
 
A maximum of (5) preference points will be awarded as determined by the City of Braidwood for either one the following: 
  • Military: Persons who were engaged in the military or naval service of the United States for at least one year, and were honorably discharged, - OR -  who are now, or may hereafter be on inactive or reserve duty in such military or naval service. A copy of Form DD-214 or equivalent proof of current military service must be submitted with application to qualify (5 points).  
  • Education: Persons who have successfully obtained an Associate's Degree in the field of law enforcement or criminal justice - OR - a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university. Copy of unofficial transcripts must be submitted with application to qualify (5 points).

 

Submission of Application:

Applications MUST be submitted online by Wednesday, October 15, 2025 at 4:00 PM (CST).  Faxed, e-mailed, mailed or dropped off applications will NOT be accepted. Applications submitted after the deadline will NOT be accepted. Only one application per person, per testing cycle will be accepted.   

 

Mandatory Orientation and Written Examination Testing Following completion of all application materials and review of minimum qualifications, successful applicants will be invited to attend the following:

Clear your calendar and make sure you are available on the following dates:  All candidates will receive an email approximately one week prior regarding their status in the process. NOTE: PLEASE BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR EMAIL SPAM FOLDER AS SOMETIMES EMAIL PROVIDERS (SUCH AS GMAIL, YAHOO, ETC.) SEND OUR EMAILS DIRECTLY TO SPAM. 

Mandatory Orientation and Written Examination Testing:  Wednesday, October 22, 2025 
Check-in starts at 6:00 PM; No admittance after 6:30 PM.
Location: Braidwood Police Department
141 W. Main St.
Braidwood, Illinois  
 
Important Disclaimer for Potential Applicants:
As part of this application form, you will be required to submit various documents, records and/or additional forms. Be sure to allow sufficient time to gather this documentation and fully complete the application before the deadline. In other words, do not wait until one day before the deadline to collect and submit additional required documentation. In order for your application to be accepted, all materials must be submitted and received prior to the deadline. 
 

The City of Braidwood is an equal opportunity employer in all aspects of personnel policies, programs, benefits, practices and operations. All applicants will receive equal consideration regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other category protected by law.  If you are an individual with a disability and require assistance or accommodation related to the application process, please contact human resources.