Question 1

Does Chicago Police Department pay their employees well?

Accepted Answer

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, Chicago Police Department employees rate their compensation and benefits as 4.0 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at Chicago Police Department. This rating has improved by 5% over the last 12 months.

Question 2

How satisfied are employees working at Chicago Police Department?

Accepted Answer

42% of Chicago Police Department employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews. Employees also rated Chicago Police Department 2.3 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.5 for culture and values and 2.8 for career opportunities.

Question 3

What are the top reviewed jobs at Chicago Police Department?

Accepted Answer

Police Officer (56), Detective (10), Sergeant (8), Police Detective (7), Police Sergeant (7), Chicago Police Officer (6), Police Lieutenant (3), Commander (2)

Question 4

What are the pros of working at Chicago Police Department according to real employee reviews?

Accepted Answer

"The benefits are good in comparison to other organizations." ((in 19 reviews)); "Job security as long as you are not proactive." ((in 6 reviews)); "Starting salary is good" ((in 5 reviews)); "Endless opportunities for lateral and upward advancement." ((in 4 reviews)); "time off" ((in 4 reviews))

Question 5

What are the cons of working at Chicago Police Department according to real employee reviews?

Accepted Answer

"life balance and the added stress when poor leadership is in place and politics." ((in 4 reviews)); "Upper management is not chosen based on being the "best candidate" for the job or promoted based on experience and leadership; rather they are selected based on political allegiances and loyalty." ((in 4 reviews)); "Long hours and not feeling appreciated" ((in 3 reviews)); "Long hours due to shortage of man power" ((in 3 reviews)); "Terrible work life balance." ((in 2 reviews))

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