The Canton Fire and Police Commission is accepting applications for new police officers as well as experienced certified officers for testing to create a hiring list for the Canton Police Department.

The application packet for new candidates can be downloaded to print here. Applications for experienced, certified officers can be downloaded to print here. Applications can also be picked up in the Mayor’s Office, 2 N. Main Street, M-F from 8am – 5pm.

Application deadline is Friday, May 16, 2025 and can be mailed or delivered in person, or can be emailed to ckohler@cantoncityhall.org.

Testing will be conducted on Saturday, May 31 beginning at 8:00am. This will consist of a written exam and an oral interview.

Information about salary and benefits can be found here in the Police Union Contract.

Direct any questions to 309-647-0065.