Contact – JoinCPD

We're here to help! Whether you're considering becoming a Chicago Police Officer and you'd like to speak with a recruiter, or you're a candidate already in the process with questions about your application or the hiring process, we'll help you get the information you need. To best direct your inquiry, please choose from the options below:

I'm not yet in the process, and I'd like to speak with a recruiter

Great! We're so glad you're interested in taking this exciting step. You can get in touch with the Recruitment and Retention section by giving us a call at 312-745-5960 or sending an email to joincpd@chicagopolice.org.

I have questions about the application, Taleo, or Pearson VUE, or I've taken the written exam and I'd like to check the status

If you have issues accessing or using the Taleo application, questions about your application status, need help using Pearson VUE (if you're taking the written exam online), or you'd like to inquire about your written exam results, please call 312-744-4976 or email police-application@chicagopolice.org.

I passed the written exam, and I have a question about my status or the process (POWER test, background investigation, etc)

For questions regarding POWER testing, the background investigation process, the psychological/medical evaluation, or other components of the pre-employment process, please send an email to cpdnewhire@chicagopolice.org or call 312-745-5230.

I have a different question

Sure! We're here to help. Give the Recruitment and Retention unit a call at 312-745-5960 or send us an email at joincpd@chicagopolice.org.