Community-Driven Certified Police Officer

East Hartford Police Department; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The East Hartford Police Department is seeking a dedicated Certified Police Officer to patrol streets, respond to incidents, and provide public services within a close-knit community that values safety and collaboration.

Candidates must be POST certified or hold an equivalent out-of-state credential and achieve a minimum CPCA written exam score of 70%. The role emphasizes teamwork, problem-solving, and engagement with residents to maintain a safe, welcoming town.

Qualifications

• Must be Connecticut P.O.S.T certified and current at appointment, or hold a valid out-of-state certification.
• CPCA Certified written exam score at least 70%.
• Strong problem-solving, communication and teamwork skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned area on foot or in a cruiser.
• Continuously checks windows/doors, investigates suspicious conditions.
• Enforces motor vehicle laws, criminal statutes and local ordinances.
• Provides public services such as information, traffic control, emergencies and rescues, found property and investigations.
• Documents police services and investigations through written reports.
• Obtains and executes arrest and search warrants.
• Provides testimony before hearings and courts.
• Reports unsafe conditions observed while on patrol.
• May assist at the complaint desk and dispatch at Police Headquarters.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

POST certified

Out-of-state certification accepted

Job description

The East Hartford Police Department is seeking a dedicated Certified Police Officer to patrol streets, respond to incidents, and provide public services within a close-knit community that values safety and collaboration.

Candidates must be POST certified or hold an equivalent out-of-state credential and achieve a minimum CPCA written exam score of 70%. The role emphasizes teamwork, problem-solving, and engagement with residents to maintain a safe, welcoming town.