Do I need a notary for the Police Officer Pre-Screening Application?

No. Sign and date the application; its attached P.O.W.E.R. test information does not call for a notarized or sworn attachment.

How do I submit the pre-screening application?

Return it to the Vandalia Police Department by January 28, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. The document lists Chief of Police Jeff Ray as the contact for questions.

What information does the application ask for?

It asks for identifying and contact details, driver’s license information, military service status, and education. Applicants also sign and date a statement about the accuracy of their answers.

What happens after I submit the application?

The document describes physical fitness testing and a written examination, followed by background investigation and an applicant interview with the Police Board.

Vandalia, IL · Fayette County

No notary required

Police Officer Pre-Screening Application

This application is for people seeking a probationary patrolman position with the Vandalia Police Department and is submitted to the department.

What this form is

The Board of Police Commissioners uses this pre-screening application for applicants seeking a probationary patrolman position. Applicants provide identifying and contact information, driver’s license details, military service status, and education, then sign a statement confirming their answers are accurate. The document also outlines the recruitment steps, minimum qualifications, and physical fitness testing information.

Who needs it

People applying for a probationary patrolman position with the Vandalia Police Department need to complete and return this pre-screening application.

How to submit it

Return the completed application to the Vandalia Police Department by January 28, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. For questions, contact Chief of Police Jeff Ray by phone or email.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; the attached P.O.W.E.R. test information does not call for a notarized or sworn attachment.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Police Officer Pre-Screening Application for the probationary patrolman position.
2
Complete The Application
Type or print legibly, provide the requested information, and sign and date the application.
3
Review The Testing Information
Review the attached P.O.W.E.R. test information and the recruitment process details.
4
Return It To The City
Return the application to the Vandalia Police Department by January 28, 2026, at 12:00 p.m.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a notary for the Police Officer Pre-Screening Application?: No. Sign and date the application; its attached P.O.W.E.R. test information does not call for a notarized or sworn attachment.
How do I submit the pre-screening application?: Return it to the Vandalia Police Department by January 28, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. The document lists Chief of Police Jeff Ray as the contact for questions.
What information does the application ask for?: It asks for identifying and contact details, driver’s license information, military service status, and education. Applicants also sign and date a statement about the accuracy of their answers.
What happens after I submit the application?: The document describes physical fitness testing and a written examination, followed by background investigation and an applicant interview with the Police Board.

Need something notarized?

This Police Officer Pre-Screening Application doesn’t need a notary — but Illinois residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.