Thinking about becoming a police officer in Delaware’s capital city? The Dover Police Department wants to help you get there. The department is hosting a free seminar called How to Succeed in the Hiring Process on Saturday, August 1, 2026, inside the Public Assembly Room at the Dover Police Department. Doors open at 8:45 a.m., and the event runs from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
The seminar is designed to walk prospective applicants through everything involved in joining the force — from start to finish. Attendees can expect to learn about the following areas of the hiring process:
- The online application process
- Physical fitness assessment
- Written examination
- Oral board interview
- Background investigation
- Chief of Police interview
- Police academy expectations
- Tips and strategies to successfully prepare for each phase of the hiring process
Beyond the structured presentation, department personnel will be on hand to field questions and offer a firsthand look at what life in law enforcement is really like.
There is no RSVP or application needed to attend. Organizers simply encourage interested individuals to arrive before the 9 a.m. start time and take that first step toward serving the Capital City.
The Dover Police Department accepts police officer applications on a rolling basis throughout the year. For more details on career opportunities, visit www.doverpolice.org/careers.
Anyone with questions about the seminar can reach Sergeant Joseph Bauer at (302) 736-7116.
