Hiring Process Timeline Apply ByWritten Test & Physical Agility TestOral Interview, Background Inv & TrilogyJob offer as early asOct 20Nov 4Nov-JanJan/Feb 2026Nov 17Dec 7Dec-JanFeb 2026 JavaScript Required You must have JavaScript enabled to use this form. Please enable JavaScript and reload the page. If you cannot enable JavaScript, please contact webadmin@cityofmadison.com to provide your information. Was this page helpful to you? * required Yes No Why or why not? Leave this field blank Join the Team How to Apply Academy Life Hiring Process Expanded Medical Exam & Physical Readiness Test Physical Agility Test State Physical Readiness Test Timeline Written Test & Essay Internships Collapsed Public Safety Cadets Frequently Asked Questions MPD Advantage Minimum Qualifications Salary & Benefits Talk to an Officer