Certified Police Officer — Top Benefits & Education Support

Plainville Police Department

Plainville (CT)

On-site

USD 77,000 - 81,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms provided
Uniform allowance
Meal allowance (out-of-town)
Mileage reimbursement
Dental & Vision
Long-term disability
Life insurance
Workers’ comp

Job summary

Plainville Police Department invites applications for a Certified Police Officer. The department outlines competitive hourly pay with substantial benefits, comprehensive retirement options, and a structured shift schedule.

The role emphasizes commitment to public safety under an Equal Employment Opportunity framework. Starting pay varies by years of service, with progression to top steps and opportunities for overtime, education reimbursements, stipends, and extensive health and retirement

Qualifications

  • Must possess current POSTC certification.
  • Must successfully pass psychological, polygraph, and medical testing.
  • Complete interview process and background investigation.

Skills

POSTC certification
Background check
Interview process
Psychological testing
Polygraph testing
Medical testing

Job description

Plainville Police Department invites applications for a Certified Police Officer. The department outlines competitive hourly pay with substantial benefits, comprehensive retirement options, and a structured shift schedule.

The role emphasizes commitment to public safety under an Equal Employment Opportunity framework. Starting pay varies by years of service, with progression to top steps and opportunities for overtime, education reimbursements, stipends, and extensive health and retirement

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