Police Officer Requirements
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You must be a U.S. citizen.
You must be between the ages of 21 and 36 years old at time of appointment as a police officer. You must have 20/50 vision, or vision that can be corrected to 20/50. You must possess a valid driver’s license with no restrictions. You must have a high school diploma or GED. You must be able to pass the Physical Ability Test (PAT). You must be able to pass a written examination. You must participate in an oral interview to demonstrate your ability to speak and interact with others. You must undergo an in-depth background investigation to reveal any convictions or other past behavior that may affect your employment eligibility. You must agree to take a polygraph test to demonstrate good faith. You must pass a medical and psychological evaluation. |
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Physical Fitness Standards
ILEA Entry Standards
Vertical Jump
13.5 Inches
One Minute Sit-ups
24
300 Meter Run
82 Seconds
Maximum Push-ups
21
1.5 Mile Run
18 Minutes 56 Seconds
ILEA Exit Standards
Vertical Jump
16 Inches
One Minute Sit-ups
29
300 Meter Run
71 Seconds
Maximum Push-ups
25
1.5 Mile Run
16 Minutes 28 Seconds
Vertical Jump
13.5 Inches
One Minute Sit-ups
24
300 Meter Run
82 Seconds
Maximum Push-ups
21
1.5 Mile Run
18 Minutes 56 Seconds
ILEA Exit Standards
Vertical Jump
16 Inches
One Minute Sit-ups
29
300 Meter Run
71 Seconds
Maximum Push-ups
25
1.5 Mile Run
16 Minutes 28 Seconds