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The City is hiring for the position of Police Officer. Please read requirements below before applying.  Qualified Applicants will be notified and scheduled for physical agility and written testing taking place on March 31st. 

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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

High School Graduate or Equivalent

  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Be a United States Citizen
  • Must have current, valid PA driver license.
  • Must be ACT 120 Certified OR have completed ACT 120 Certification training AND have passed the final examination.
  • Upon hiring must adhere to living restriction (10 air Miles)

ADDITIONAL TESTING INFORMATION:

  • Civil Service Examinations
  • Background Investigation
  • Medical, Drug Screen and Psychological Evaluation

SALARY AND BENEFITS:

  • Base salary 2023 $65,926.96 (Entry Level: $50,913.88)
  • Paid Life, Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Paid Holidays and Vacations
  • Yearly Uniform Allowance
  • Longevity Pay
  • Education Compensation

PROMOTIONS:

  • Corporal
  • Sergeant
  • Lieutenant
  • Captain
  • Chief of Police appointed by Mayor.

SPECIAL ASSIGNMENTS:

  • Investigations
  • K-9
  • SWAT

APPLICATIONS:

  • May be obtained at the City of Washington City Clerk’s office at 55 West Maiden St. Washington, Pa.  between the hours of 8:30am to 4:00pm.
  • Applications must be returned to the City of Washington Clerk’s Office no later than 4:00pm on March 17, 2023
  • Applicants are required to pay a non-refundable testing fee of $60.00, cash, check, or money order (payable to The City of Washington) when application is returned.

The City of Washington provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.