Lateral move.
Limitless Opportunities.

Champaign
Police Department
Lateral move.
Limitless Opportunities.
Thousands in bonuses. Moving allowances. A great place to live.

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When you make a lateral move to the Champaign Police Department, you’re not only getting unmatched incentives – you’re joining an elite team of experts with a tradition of specialized training, innovation, and excellence.
Level up your
incentives.
- $68,892-$81,110 starting annual salary for experienced officers (commensurate with experience).
- $20,000 hiring incentive for qualified, experienced police officers.
- $10,000 incentive for moving to Champaign – or even moving within Champaign – AND an additional $7,000/year residency incentive bonus for officers living in the city limits.
Level up your
expertise.
- Excellent training experience for specialized units (crime scene, SWAT, K-9, crisis intervention, and more).
- Commitment to professional development.
- Career advancement and leadership opportunities.
Level up your
community.
- Thriving, diverse community – the best of urban life in a smaller city.
- Home to the flagship University of Illinois and Big Ten sports.
- One of the fastest-growing cities in Illinois. So much to do. So much to love!
Level up your
career.
- Competitive salaries and excellent benefits.
- Exceed your professional goals.
- Positive, inclusive workplace culture.