Dale Bowman Here are some preliminary details from the Illinois Department of Natural Resources for those interested in applying to be part of the next class of conservation police officers. And I know more than a few readers are interested. The application period runs through May 31. The hope is to hire up to 25 CPOs in December. Here are the details from IDNR: Interested in a Career in Law Enforcement? IDNR Wants You. Illinois Department of Natural Resources accepting applications for Conservation Police Officer Trainee now through May 31, 2021 SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) is seeking applicants who are ready to combine a love of conservation, wildlife and natural resources with law enforcement and public safety. The Department is beginning the search for Conservation Police Officer (CPO) Trainees with the intent to hire up to 25 officers in December 2021.