Working for the Burlington Police Deparment
This profession requires commitment and excellence in every way. We are seeking talented individuals who can thrive in a service-oriented career. In return, we give them the support, training and compensation needed to be successful.
We encourage our officers to use their experience and good judgment to find creative solutions to the situations they encounter on the job daily.
We are a family-friendly organization which supports our officers’ needs at work and at home.

PHASES OF THE HIRING PROCESS
- 1 - Written Exam
- 2 - Physical Test
- 3 - Psychological Profile (MMPI-2)
Applicants will be asked to complete a 100 question, multiple choice test in an hour and a half. Read more about testing...
Must first pass written entrance exam in order to take the physical standards test. The physical standards test is based on the Cooper Fitness standards 50th percentile. Read more...
The Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory-2 (MMPI) is a Psychological examination that measures a person’s suitability for law enforcement employment. Twenty-five dollars ($25.00) will be collected at the time the exam is administered. The Written exam, Physical Standards Test and MMPI-2 are all administered in the same day as long as you pass each phase along the way.
The PHQ is a comprehensive questionnaire, which outlines a candidate’s personal information, previous work experience, education and their financial background. This completed document must be returned to the Department with all of the required supporting documentation. Detail is essential here. Omissions, no matter how small, could disqualify the applicant.
Upcoming Entrance Testing Dates
January 11, 2022
January 25, 2022
February 8, 2022
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