Hartford - Police Officer (Entry Level, Hartford Resident, Non-Resident, & Lateral)

Hartford - Police Officer (Entry Level, Hartford Resident, Non-Resident, & Lateral)

Job Title : Police Officer (Entry Level, Hartford Resident, Non-Resident, & Lateral)

CITY OF HARTFORD - HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT

Skills, Experience, Qualifications, If you have the right match for this opportunity, then make sure to apply today.

invites applications for the position of : Police Officer THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO ENTRY LEVEL CANDIDATES, HARTFORD RESIDENTS, NON-RESIDENTS, AND ALSO LATERAL / CERTIFIED APPLICANTS

SALARY : $65,499.20 - $90,503.92 Annually

OPENING DATE : 08 / 30 / 2024

CLOSING DATE : 09 / 30 / 2024 11 : 59 PM

Lateral and Comparative Hires :

The Hartford Police Department is accepting lateral hires and offers benefits including up to three years seniority and a buy back for pension benefits.

DESCRIPTION : Vacancies are in the Police Department. Under supervision, performs law enforcement duties involving the protection of life and property, prevention of crime, and apprehension of suspects.

Performs public service duties involving non-criminal calls for service, preservation of peace, and community engagement.

Works 40 hours per week on a shift rotation schedule involving weekends and holidays.

This is a Hartford Police Union position.

NOTE : Police Officers with proof of higher education that meet established criteria shall receive Educational Incentive pay upon completion of their probationary period.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES : The examination will consist of a physical agility test, a written test, and an oral test.

All parts of the examination will be related to the requirements of the position. Candidates must also pass a background investigation, including a criminal history check, polygraph examination, psychological examination, medical and drug examination, physical agility examination, and an interview with the Chief of Police.

QUALIFICATIONS :

• AGE : Must be 21 years of age by the closing date.
• CITIZENSHIP : Must be a Citizen of the United States. Proof of Citizenship must be submitted with your application.
• EDUCATION : Must possess a High School Diploma or GED from a state-approved program.
• DRIVER'S LICENSE : Must possess a valid driver's license.
• HARTFORD RESIDENCY PREFERRED : Additional information regarding Residency Requirement found in "Other Information" below.
• APPLICATION FEE : The application fee is $35.00. This fee is non-refundable.

TESTING :

PHYSICAL AGILITY TESTING : Date : TBD (Expected to be Mid-Late October). Candidates must pass the Physical Agility Test using the 40% Cooper Standards set by the Hartford Police Department.

WRITTEN EXAMINATION : Date : TBD (Expected to be Mid-Late October).

ORAL EXAMINATION : Date : TBD (Expected to be Mid-Late October).

MEDICAL EXAMINATION : Must pass a thorough medical examination.

VISION : Without correction, not less than 20 / 100 in each eye; with correction not less than 20 / 30 in each eye.

VERIFICATION : All experience and qualifications will be verified. A Background investigation will be administered.

Please submit your completed application, all required documentation, and payment online at PoliceApp.com / HartfordCT .

DISCLOSURE :

Applications must be completed and submitted in its entirety, including required documentation and application fee. A complete application must be received by the Human Resources Department no later than the closing date.

INFORMATIONAL :

Emails : All correspondence and information concerning the application and testing process will occur through email.

Orientation Meeting : TBD (Expected to be Early October) 6 : 30PM-7 : 30PM at the Hartford Police Athletic League (50 Williams Street, Hartford, CT 06120).

Physical Agility Preparation : Every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday beginning at 6 : 00 PM (Rain or Shine).

City of Hartford Residency Affidavit :

Hartford residency is not required for this position. Additional points may be granted to candidates that successfully pass all examination phases of the recruitment, if proper documentation is received.

Veteran's Preference : Preferential Points may be given to Eligible Veterans. Must submit a Veteran's Preference Form, along with a DD-214 and Disability letter (if applicable).

NOTICE : The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION / EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Hartford is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities.

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