City of Hartford - CT POST Certified Police Officer
Job Overview
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Job Announcement
CITY OF HARTFORD - HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
invites applications for the position of:
Police Officer
SALARY: | $52,866.84 - $71,480.24 Annually |
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OPENING DATE: | |
CLOSING DATE: | 05/15/2020 05:00 PM |
***Application for P.O.S.T. Certified by the State of Connecticut (Lateral Entry Candidates) ONLY!***
DESCRIPTION: |
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Anticipated vacancies are in the Police Department. Under supervision, performs law enforcement duties involving the protection of life and property; the prevention of crime and the apprehension of crime suspects; and performs public service duties involving non-criminal calls for service, the preservation of peace and working with the community. Works 40 hours per week on a shift rotation schedule involving weekends and holidays. Performs related work as required. NOTE: As of the date of this posting, the pay rate for Police Officer Recruits is $49,851.88/year until graduation from the Police Academy. Police Officers with proof of higher education that meet established criteria shall receive Educational Incentive pay upon completion of their probationary period. Salary and benefits are subject to collective bargaining. |
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KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: |
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The examination process consists of an oral test. To be appointed, candidates must also pass a drug test, a background investigation, a polygraph examination, a psychological examination, an interview with the Chief of Police, a physical examination, and a working test/probationary period of one year (after graduation from the Police Academy). All parts of the examination are designed to determine the ability of applicants to learn and perform the duties of a Police Officer in a multi-culturally diverse environment. This examination and employment process is subject to all federal, state, municipal laws, rules and regulations. | |
QUALIFICATIONS: |
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Open to all applicants who are P.O.S.T. Certified by the State of Connecticut (Lateral Entry Candidates) who meet the following qualifications:
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HOW TO APPLY: |
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Please submit completed application, all required documentation, a $50.00 application fee online at PoliceApp.com/HartfordCT. ANTICIPATED EXAMINATION DATES ARE BELOW:ORAL EXAMINATION: TO BE DETERMINEDPOLICE ACADEMY: October 2020.
INFORMATIONAL SESSION: For more information regarding the informational session, please contact the Hartford Police Department's Recruitment Division at JoinHPD@hartford.gov or check online at Instagram at @hartfordctpolice_recruitment.ALL CORRESPONDENCE AND INFORMATION CONCERNING THE APPLICATION AND TESTING PROCESS WILL OCCUR THROUGH EMAIL. VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: Preferential Points may be given to Eligible Veterans. Must submit a Veteran's Preference Form (included in application), along with a DD-214 and Disability letter (if applicable) from the Office of Veteran's Affairs.
The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department. |
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AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The City of Hartford is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. |
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: www.PoliceApp.com/HartfordCT Human Resources Department 550 Main Street Hartford, CT 06103 860-757-9800 humanresources@hartford.gov |
POLICE OFFICER (Laterals) GR and NR |
Please direct questions regarding this job to humanresources@hartford.gov
Please direct questions regarding this position to humanresources@hartford.gov
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