Jobs for Newport Township Police Department in Nanticoke, PA

Professional

Full-Time Police Officer
Newport Township Police
Department, Luzerne
County, PA

Newport Township Police Department, Newport Township, Pa is accepting applications for a Full-Time Police Officer. Applications may be picked up at 351 West Kirmar Ave Nanticoke, PA or by calling 570-735-4735. Applications will be available starting Friday, January 10, 2025. Application deadline is 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday February 04, 2025.

Minimum Job Requirements:
Applicant must have successfully completed and passed Act 120 certification (PA Municipal Police Officers Education and Training). In addition, the applicant must have passed the MPOETC Certification exam and said certification must be current in order to be eligible for employment.
Applicant must be a citizen of the United States of America.
Applicant must be 21 years of age on or before the date of application.
Applicant must possess a valid Pennsylvania drivers license.
Applicant must possess a high school or general equivalency diploma.
Applicant must be physically and mentally fit to perform the full duties of a police officer.

Salary & Benefits:
2025 Starting salary for Full-Time Certified Police Officer-$ 69,660.00
Full Benefit package including, but not limited to:
Full hospitalization with vison, dental and prescription plan (Employer Paid)
Life Insurance
Holidays and Personal Days
Vacation Days
15 Sick days per year
Member of Pennsylvania Municipal Retirement System
Uniform equipment is provided
Retirement Healthcare

Mandatory Components of Testing:
Written Exam - Saturday February 08,2025
Oral Exam- Saturday February 08, 2025
Polygraph Exam - 02/15/2025
Physical Agility Test - Saturday February 08, 2025
Thorough Background Investigation