Make sure you follow all of the steps below to complete your application for consideration of the Lateral Transfer Officer position at the Aurora Police Department.
Gather all the required documents under the Required Documents tab below.
Qualified candidates must be certified by the Illinois Law Enforcement Training Standards Board and have a minimum of two (2) years as a full-time police officer with a law enforcement agency within the State of Illinois.
Must be able to pass a physical agility assessment, upon selection.
Must be an U.S. citizen at the time of appointment.
Must possess a valid Class “D” Illinois driver’s license or a valid out-of-state driver’s license of similar classification.
Must be able to meet vision standard at time of appointment. Must be correctable to 20/20 with both eyes open including field of vision/depth perception/color vision within normal ranges.
Must be of excellent moral character and personal integrity.
A subsequent polygraph and psychological examination will be required, in addition to a thorough background investigation, oral interview/examination, drug screen, and per-employment physical.
Lateral new hires will receive a signing bonus of $20,000.00. Signing bonuses are contingent upon a two-year commitment to the Aurora Police Department.
Salary
Post probation salary $69,076.80 (after six months), plus a full benefit package. For full pay information and benefits, click here.
If you have additional questions regarding the police application, testing and hiring process, please reach out to the Aurora Police Department's Recruiting Team.