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Illinois State Police Recruitment

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Have questions about becoming an Illinois State Trooper? Contact an ISP recruiter for guidance on the application process, eligibility, PFIT, and academy preparation.

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Applicant Support

Talk To Someone Who Can Help

ISP recruiters can help applicants understand the hiring process, prepare for testing, locate resources, and answer questions about becoming an Illinois State Trooper.

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ISP Recruitment Team

Use the recruiter list below to contact the appropriate recruitment team member.

Recruitment Section Supervisor

Master Sergeant Elizabeth Clausing

Email: Elizabeth.Clausing@illinois.gov

Phone: (847) 257-5871

Statewide Recruitment Coordinator

Sergeant Marcus Nettles

Email: Marcus.Nettles@illinois.gov

Phone: (217) 299-8311

Statewide Internship/Administrative Coordinator

Trooper Howard Purdue

Email: Howard.Purdue@illinois.gov

Phone: (217) 720-0880

Northern Recruitment Specialist

Trooper Joshua Williams

Email: Joshua.Williams@illinois.gov

Phone: (217) 685-3801

Central Recruitment Specialist

Trooper David Jacobs

Email: David.Jacobs@illinois.gov

Phone: (312) 208-6066

Southern Recruitment Specialist

Trooper Marivon Ampier

Email: Marivon.T.Ampier@illinois.gov

Phone: (618) 713-4652

Social Media Liaison

Sergeant Tracy Lillard

Email: Tracy.Lillard@illinois.gov

Phone: (217) 720-2963

Applicant Resources

WHAT TO DO NEXT

Use these resources to apply, prepare for testing, review eligibility, and learn more about becoming an Illinois State Trooper.

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Start Here

Apply Today

Begin the application process to become an Illinois State Trooper.

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PFIT physical fitness testing

Prepare

Physical Requirements

Review the Physical Fitness Inventory Test (PFIT), standards, and readiness tools.

View PFIT Page →
Illinois State Police eligibility information

Requirements

Am I Eligible?

Review minimum qualifications before submitting your application.

Review Eligibility →
How to become an Illinois State Trooper

Selection Process

How Do I Become a Trooper?

Learn about each step from application through academy appointment.

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Frequently asked questions

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common applicant questions about the hiring process.

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Application fee waiver program

Applicant Support

Application Fee Waiver

Learn about the State Police Merit Board's Application Fee Waiver Program.

Learn More →