ILLINOIS, USA — Illinois State Police will increase compensation for new troopers.
Beginning July 1, 2024, ISP will offer just over $90,000 for all new troopers upon graduating from the Illinois State Police Academy. Applications are extended until May 1, 2024.
“ISP holds its officers to the highest standards and the compensation must reflect the value we place on the sacred work they do,” said ISP Director Brendan F. Kelly. “While law enforcement across the nation always face continuously evolving challenges, ISP will not compromise in its search for those committed to integrity, service, and pride.”
ISP said in a news release the increase in starting pay and benefits allows them to remain competitive and attract qualified candidates.
“Our Illinois State Police officers nobly serve our communities and help keep us safe,” said Governor JB Pritzker. “Raising the starting pay for Illinois State Police troopers reflects the respect my administration has for those who serve and our commitment to continuing to grow their ranks.”
Here's the criteria all applicants for an ISP trooper must meet:
- Must be 21 years of age
- Cannot have been convicted of a felony
- Must possess a valid driver's license at the time of application
- Willing to accept an assignment anywhere in the state of Illinois
An applicant 20 years of age could apply if they have successfully completed an associate degree or 60 credit hours at a regionally accredited college or university, ISP said.
Applicants must complete one of the following options as well:
Option One
Associate degree or at least 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university.
Option Two
Education requirements are waived if applicant meets ONE of the following:
- Honorably discharged AND has been awarded at least one of the qualifying medals by the United States Armed Forces.
- An active member of the Illinois National Guard or a reserve component of the United States Armed Forces AND has been awarded at least one of the qualifying medals as a result of honorable service during deployment on active duty.
- Honorably discharged AND served in a combat mission by proof of hostile fire pay or imminent danger pay during deployment on active duty.
- Three years of full active and continuous United States Armed Forces duty, which also includes a period of active duty with the State of Illinois under Title 10 or Title 32 of the United States Code pursuant to an order of the President or the Governor of the State of Illinois, and received an honorable discharge.
Option Three
Education requirements are waived if an applicant meets ALL of the following at the time of application:
- Successfully completed basic law enforcement training
- At least three years of continuous, full-time service as a peace officer with the same police department
- Currently serving as a peace officer
For more information about being an Illinois State Trooper and to complete and application, visit the ISP Merit Board website at https://www.illinoistrooper.com/, or email ISP.Recruitment@illinois.gov.
