Certified Police Officer

Naugatuck Police Department; Naugatuck (CT); On-site; USD 67,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined contribution retirement

Private duty pay

Vacation credits for laterals

Tuition reimbursement

Education stipends

Job summary

The Borough of Naugatuck is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Police Officer. Applicants must be certified and currently serving officers are eligible to apply.

The compensation package includes a salary range from $66,826 to $92,873, a defined contribution retirement plan with employer matches, private duty pay, vacation and clothing allowances, and tuition reimbursement incentives. Applicants must meet age, citizenship, POST cert, license, and pass a thorough background and

Qualifications

• Must be a certified officer or eligible for comparative certification.
• Be 21 years of age at time of appointment.
• Must pass written exam and Police Commission interview.
• Background investigation, polygraph, psychological interview/test, and medical exam including drug/alcohol screening are required.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Posting

Borough of Naugatuck Police Officer

PLEASE NOTE: YOU MUST BE A CERTIFIED POLICE OFFICER IN ORDER TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION

The Borough of Naugatuck is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Police Officer. The Borough of Naugatuck will be accepting applications from current certified officers.

The Borough of Naugatuck offers,

• Salary range from $66,826.00 to $92,873*
• Defined Contribution Retirement Plan with annually matches starting at 7% with a max of 11% (including extra duty and overtime)
• Private duty hourly rate of $83.62 with yearly increases to $90.49 by end of contract
• Vacation time adjustment for laterals crediting previous years of police service
• Salary step adjustments for laterals
• Yearly cleaning/clothing allowance of $1,500.00
• Yearly stipends for higher education degrees ranging from $500.00 to $1,500.00
• Full education tuition reimbursement for higher education courses (accredited universities or colleges)

Minimum Requirements

• Be 21 years of age at time of appointment
• Be a U.S. Citizen
• POST certified officer or eligible for comparative certification
• Have a High School Diploma or GED
• Possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license
• Pass written exam & Police Commission interview
• Candidates must successfully complete and pass a thorough background investigation, polygraph examination, psychological interview/test, and comprehensive medical examination including drug/alcohol screening

Failure to meet any of these requirements will disqualify you for employment as a Police Officer with the Borough of Naugatuck.