Police Officer - Lateral & Entry Level

Police Officer•Lateral & Entry Level Manhattan Police Department Manhattan, IL Posted Date 4/27/2026 Description Position Information

Application Deadline:

05/22/26

Salary:

Starting:

$74,149.40•$108,025, DOQ

Sworn:

20

Population:

11,500 Position Details Only applicants meeting the following requirements will be considered: Certified Police Officer by the ILETSB (For Lateral) Currently or recently employed by law enforcement agency in good standing (For Lateral) Must be 21 years of age by time of hire High School Graduate or GED equivalent Valid Class D Driver's License Valid Illinois FOID Card Must be able to perform the duties of a police officer Must exhibit good moral character and have not been convicted of any felony or certain misdemeanors which would preclude you from being a police officer in the State of Illinois Candidates will be required to interview with the Police Commission and successfully complete all screenings including: Polygraph Psychological Medical Physical agility test Applications are available online at: OR Picked up: In person Completed applications along with copies of Police Officer Certification (For Lateral) may be emailed to Administrative Assistant Patricia Calderone at: OR Dropped off in person at: Police Department Monday•Friday 9 AM•4 PM Salary 74,149.40 Annual Field Police Highest Educational Degree Required High school diploma or equivalent Job Type Lateral Transfer