Department of Police
Employment Application
ILLINOIS SECRETARY OF STATE
POLICE
110 E. ADAMS
SPRINGFIELD, IL 62701
PRINT OR TYPE ONLY
County of Residence
ZONEPREFERENCE
Check all that apply:
Northern Illinois
Central Illinois
Southern Illinois
OFFICE USE
TEST MONITOR
DRIVERʼS LICENSE PHOTO ID
OFFICE USE
State Issued: Class Rating
Non-CDL: Class Rating — CDL: Driver’s License Number: Date Expires:
MO DY YR
DEPARTMENT OF PERSONNEL USE ONLY
VETERANS POINTS AND PREFERENCE
This application is for permanent employment only. Complete this application in detail. A separate application is required for each title that requires a training and
experience evaluation; previous applications will not be reconsidered. Mail completed applications for training and experience testing to: Illinois Secretary of State Police,
110 E. Adams St., Springfield, IL 62701. Incomplete applications may be rejected
.
I understand that I may be required to submit proof of previous employment, education or any other statement(s) in this application. I hereby
authorize the release of this and associated information covering job-related factors for purposes of verification and
determination of suitability for state employment by means of a background check. I certify that the information on this application is
true and accurate to the best of my knowledge, and understand that misrepresentation of any information herein may result in ineligibility or
be grounds for discipline, up to and including discharge. Checking the box and typing my name will serve as my electronic signature.
__________________________________________________________ _________________________________
Written Signature of Applicant (signature required) Date
THE OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY OF STATE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
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I wish to claim Veterans Preference: Attach U.S. Veterans Affairs award letter or a legible copy of a certified DD214/215.
I wish to claim Veterans Preference as a member of the Illinois National Guard or U.S. Armed Forces Reserves: Attach letter
from unit personnel indicating service under honorable conditions or a legible copy of a certified NGB 22.
I have already established Veterans Preference with the Office of the Secretary of State.
To claim Veterans Preference as a surviving spouse or parent of an unmarried veteran who suffered service-connected death or
disability, attach completed Spouse/Parent Eligibility for Veterans Preference form.
Title of Position Applied For
Social Security Number Date of Birth (optional)
Last Name First Name M.I.
Street Address
City State   ZIP Code
Primary Telephone Number    Alternate Telephone Number
( )    ( )
EMAIL
DRIVERʼS LICENSE
APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED UNLESS ALL QUESTIONS ARE ANSWERED
AND REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS ARE SUBMITTED
1. Have you ever pleaded guilty, been found guilty or been convicted of any criminal offense other
than a minor traffic violation? (If “YES,” attach detailed
explanation.) YES NO
2. Have you ever been discharged from a job? Layoff/downsizing does not apply. YES NO
(If “YES,” attach detailed
explanation.)
3. Are you currently in default on repayment of any state education loan?* YES NO
4. Is any member of your family employed by the Office of the Secretary of State?** YES NO
(If “YES,” Name of Employee _______________________________ Dept.________________ Relationship _______________)
* State law requires an employee in default on repayment of any education loan for 6 months or more and in the amount of $600 or more shall, as a condition of
employment, make satisfactory repayment arrangements with the maker or guarantor of the loan.
** Family Member includes a person who has established a party to a civil union or parties to a marriage pursuant to the law.
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Failure to fully complete the following information will result in no credit given for this work experience.
Name, Address and Phone Number of Employer: Payroll Title:
If this position was supervisory, indicate number of employees supervised for each type:
Manual/Trades Clerical/Office Technical/Paraprofessional Professional Administrative/Managerial
Failure to fully complete the following information will result in no credit given for this work experience.
Dates of Employment:
From: Mo Yr To: Mo Yr
Total: Years: Months: Average hours worked per week:
Describe your duties and responsibilities. Be specific.
Office Use Only
Reason for leaving: Level Amount
Failure to fully complete the following information will result in no credit given for this work experience.
Name, Address and Phone Number of Employer: Payroll Title:
If this position was supervisory, indicate number of employees supervised for each type:
Manual/Trades Clerical/Office Technical/Paraprofessional Professional Administrative/Managerial
Failure to fully complete the following information will result in no credit given for this work experience.
Dates of Employment:
From: Mo Yr To: Mo Yr
Total: Years: Months: Average hours worked per week:
Describe your duties and responsibilities. Be specific.
Office Use Only
Reason for leaving: Level Amount
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SECTION I—Employment Information:
Child support obligations: State law requires that you provide certain information about child support obligations at the time of
hire. The possibility of employment is not affected by a child support obligation or default in payment.
Selective Service Registration: As a condition of employment, state law requires that “every male born on or after January 1,
1960, and less than 27 years old, shall submit documentation, at time of appointment, evidencing his registration with the Federal
Selective Service System.”
Disclosure of Information: The Office of the Secretary of State requests disclosure of information that is necessary to
accomplish the statutory purpose as outlined under 15 ILCS 310/10. Disclosure of this information is REQUIRED; failure to
provide any information may result in rejection of this form.
SECTION II—Experience Report:
Fully describe ALL of your work experience beginning with your present position. If you held several positions with one employer, list each
position separately. Incomplete information may negatively affect your grade for examinations consisting of training and experience.
Resumé format is not acceptable, but additional sheets may be attached. Additional sheets MUST include all information requested below.
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Failure to fully complete the following information will result in no credit given for this work experience.
Name, Address and Phone Number of Employer: Payroll Title:
If this position was supervisory, indicate number of employees supervised for each type:
Manual/Trades Clerical/Office Technical/Paraprofessional Professional Administrative/Managerial
Failure to fully complete the following information will result in no credit given for this work experience.
Dates of Employment:
From: Mo Yr To: Mo Yr
Total: Years: Months: Average hours worked per week:
Describe your duties and responsibilities. Be specific.
Office Use Only
Reason for leaving: Level Amount
Failure to fully complete the following information will result in no credit given for this work experience.
Name, Address and Phone Number of Employer: Payroll Title:
If this position was supervisory, indicate number of employees supervised for each type:
Manual/Trades Clerical/Office Technical/Paraprofessional Professional Administrative/Managerial
Failure to fully complete the following information will result in no credit given for this work experience.
Dates of Employment:
From: Mo Yr To: Mo Yr
Total: Years: Months: Average hours worked per week:
Describe your duties and responsibilities. Be specific.
Office Use Only
Reason for leaving: Level Amount
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Failure to fully complete the following information will result in no credit given for this work experience.
Name, Address and Phone Number of Employer: Payroll Title:
If this position was supervisory, indicate number of employees supervised for each type:
Manual/Trades Clerical/Office Technical/Paraprofessional Professional Administrative/Managerial
Failure to fully complete the following information will result in no credit given for this work experience.
Dates of Employment:
From: Mo Yr To: Mo Yr
Total: Years: Months: Average hours worked per week:
Describe your duties and responsibilities. Be specific.
Office Use Only
Reason for leaving: Level Amount
Failure to fully complete the following information will result in no credit given for this work experience.
Name, Address and Phone Number of Employer: Payroll Title:
If this position was supervisory, indicate number of employees supervised for each type:
Manual/Trades Clerical/Office Technical/Paraprofessional Professional Administrative/Managerial
Failure to fully complete the following information will result in no credit given for this work experience.
Dates of Employment:
From: Mo Yr To: Mo Yr
Total: Years: Months: Average hours worked per week:
Describe your duties and responsibilities. Be specific.
Office Use Only
Reason for leaving: Level Amount
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Failure to fully complete the following information will result in no credit given for this work experience.
Name, Address and Phone Number of Employer: Payroll Title:
If this position was supervisory, indicate number of employees supervised for each type:
Manual/Trades Clerical/Office Technical/Paraprofessional Professional Administrative/Managerial
Failure to fully complete the following information will result in no credit given for this work experience.
Dates of Employment:
From: Mo Yr To: Mo Yr
Total: Years: Months: Average hours worked per week:
Describe your duties and responsibilities. Be specific.
Office Use Only
Reason for leaving: Level Amount
Failure to fully complete the following information will result in no credit given for this work experience.
Name, Address and Phone Number of Employer: Payroll Title:
If this position was supervisory, indicate number of employees supervised for each type:
Manual/Trades Clerical/Office Technical/Paraprofessional Professional Administrative/Managerial
Failure to fully complete the following information will result in no credit given for this work experience.
Dates of Employment:
From: Mo Yr To: Mo Yr
Total: Years: Months: Average hours worked per week:
Describe your duties and responsibilities. Be specific.
Office Use Only
Reason for leaving: Level Amount
* Any additional employment descriptions must include all information requested.
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SECTION VI—Foreign Language:
I am proficient (speak, write and translate) in the following languages (do not include English):
___________________________
____________________________
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Name, Address and Phone Hours Earned: Major: Minor: Dates Attended: Degree Earned:
Number of College/University Sem Qtr Mo/Yr Mo/Yr Level Date: Mo/Yr
Undergraduate:
/ / /
      
/ / /       
Graduate:      
/ / /       
Years Completed:
High School Graduate: YES NO OR GED: YES NO
SECTION V—Education Report:
List college/university education accurately and completely. Proof of education claimed may be required during the hiring
process. A copy of a certified transcript/degree MUST be submitted to obtain credit for educational achievement for
training and experience evaluated titles.
Name, Address and Phone Number of From: To: Course Length:
Subject(s)
Certificate
Business, Trade, Technical or other School Mo/Yr Mo/Yr Hours/Days/Weeks Earned
/ / /     /
  
/ / /     /
SECTION IV—Business, Trade, Technical or Other Coursework:
List below coursework or classes taken that cannot be credited toward a college or university degree program. Failure to indicate
course length may result in no credit given.
Type: Certification Number: Date Issued: Expiration Date: State Issued In:
Mo Yr Mo Yr
Mo Yr Mo Yr
Mo Yr Mo Yr
SECTION III—Professional/Technical Licensure or Certification:
Law enforcement applicants should provide ILETSB Certification and Status.
The following documents must accompany this application in order to receive the maximum credit:
1. Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board Certificate. Copy acceptable.
Titles of Investigator and Capitol Police only.
2. If college courses completed; copy of transcript(s) from all colleges attended.
3. If claiming Veterans Preference; copy of DD214/215 or U.S. Veterans Affairs Award letter.
4. If claiming Veterans Preference as a member of the Illinois National Guard or U.S. Armed Forces Reserve: copy of N6B22 or a
letter from Unit Personnel indicating service under honorable conditions.