Entry Level Recruit

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

  • Be a citizen of the United States
  • Be at least 21 years of age by the date of hire
  • Possess a valid state-issued driver’s license
  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent

Frequently Asked Questions

GI Bill Benefits

Prior military members who are eligible for GI Bill benefits can get a stipend for housing while attending our academy. 

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Automatic Disqualifiers

Applicants MUST NOT:

  • Have used marijuana within the past one (1) year
  • Have used other controlled substances within the past five (5) years
  • Have any felony convictions over the age of 18
  • Have received any DUIs in the last two (2) years
  • Have received two (2) DUIs in the last five (5) years or
  • Have received more than five (5) traffic violations in the last three (3) years

Entry Level Hiring Process

BPD reserves the right to make changes to the hiring process based on department needs.

DateRecruitment Timeline July 2024 Academy

November 1, 2023  - January 19, 2024

Application opens

  • Applicants meeting minimum qualifications will receive an invitation to schedule their written exam and physical readiness test (PRT).
January 20, 2024
February 3, 2024

Written Exam - REQUIRED

  • A cutoff score will be established based on overall scores received. 

Physical Readiness Test (PRT) -REQUIRED

  • The PRT will be performed at a nearby park following the written exam.
Within 1 week of testing, those who pass both the PRT and written exam will receive an invitation to complete extensive background forms for evaluation.  Please note that these forms are no later than 4:00 pm on February 16, 2024.  Applicants who submit documents beyond this date will not be permitted to interview.
February 16, 2024Deadline for submitting background documents (PHS and PIQ).  Applicants clearing preliminary background will be invited to schedule an oral board interview.
March 4-8, 2024

Oral Board Interviews - REQUIRED

  • Applicants passing their oral board interviews will be placed on an eligibility list.  Applicants will notified via email when they are selected from the eligibility list to proceed into background evaluations.
Estimated 3-4 week timeline

Background and Polygraph Testing REQUIRED

  • BPD is unable to use another agency's polygraph.  All polygraphs must be completed in person.
  • Applicants will be notified by email regarding their status when their background has been completed and reviewed.
  • Successful will receive a conditional job offer.
Estimated 2-week timeline

Final Onboarding Appointments - REQUIRED

  • Applicants who successfully complete backgrounds will receive instructions to schedule and complete their final appointments. These include medical evaluation, psych evaluation, fingerprints, onboarding appointment, and uniform fitting.
  • These appointments are in-person.
Upon Final Approval

Candidates that successfully clear their backgrounds and final testing will be extended a final offer of employment.

July 15, 2024Anticipated Academy Start Date

For questions and to sign up for the prep sessions, please contact Training Officer Knarr at (208) 982-0892 or email jknarr@cityofboise.org.

Prep sessions: March 30th / June 29th / August 17th

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Women in Law Enforcement Career Workshop: April 13th

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BPD reserves the right to make changes to the hiring process based on department needs.

DateRecruitment Timeline January 2025 Academy

April 1, 2024  - July 12, 2024

Application Opens

  • Applicants meeting minimum qualifications will receive an invitation to schedule their written exam and physical readiness test (PRT).
July 13, 2024
August 3, 2024

Written Exam - REQUIRED

  • A cutoff score will be established based on overall scores received. 

Physical Readiness Test (PRT) -REQUIRED

  • The PRT will be performed at a nearby park following the written exam.
Within 1 week of testing, those who pass both the PRT and written exam will receive an invitation to complete extensive background forms for evaluation.  Please note that these forms are no later than 4:00 pm on August 16, 2024.  Applicants who submit documents beyond this date will not be permitted to interview.
August 15, 2024Deadline for submitting background documents (PHS and PIQ).  Applicants clearing preliminary background will be invited to schedule an oral board interview.
August 26-30, 2024

Oral Board Interviews - REQUIRED

  • Applicants passing their oral board interviews will be placed on an eligibility list.  Applicants will notified via email when they are selected from the eligibility list to proceed into background evaluations.
Estimated 3-4 week timeline

Background and Polygraph Testing REQUIRED

  • BPD is unable to use another agency's polygraph.  All polygraphs must be completed in person.
  • Applicants will be notified by email regarding their status when their background has been completed and reviewed.
  • Successful will receive a conditional job offer.
Estimated 2-week timeline

Final Onboarding Appointments - REQUIRED

  • Applicants who successfully complete backgrounds will receive instructions to schedule and complete their final appointments. These include medical evaluation, psych evaluation, fingerprints, onboarding appointment, and uniform fitting.
  • These appointments are in-person.
Upon Final Approval

Candidates that successfully clear their backgrounds and final testing will be extended a final offer of employment.

January 13, 2025Anticipated Academy Start Date

Wages and Benefits

Wages and Benefits

The Boise Police Department offers competitive wages and an excellent benefits package for incoming recruits.

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