Police Officer

Town of Hamburg Police Department; Hamburg (Berks County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pension plan

Uniforms provided

Continuing education

Job summary

The Town of Hamburg Police Department is seeking qualified individuals for the position of Police Officer (full and part-time). Hamburg is a small agency with a high call volume, and testing is conducted under Civil Service rules. Applicants must complete agility, written, and oral boards, with veterans preferences observed.

Applications are available at the Hamburg Police Station and online. Selected candidates will undergo physical, medical, and psychological examinations, extensive background

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older.
• U.S. citizen and Pennsylvania resident with valid PA driver’s license.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Good moral character required.
• Physically and psychologically capable of performing duties.
• No misdemeanor or felony convictions.
• No extensive traffic violations.
• Able to testify in court.
• Maintain Act 120 certification throughout employment.
• Must successfully complete psychological and medical examinations.
• Extensive background investigation conducted.
• Successful candidates undergo Field Training Program and 12-month probation.
• Meet Act 120 requirements prior to appointment.

Skills

Physical fitness

Court testimony

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Hamburg Police Department is accepting applications for eligibility for the position of Police Officer (full and part-time). Hamburg Police is a small agency with a significant call volume, approximately 8,500 calls for service per year. The Civil Service Commission of the Borough of Hamburg Berks County) is inviting qualified persons to apply for the positions of full and part-time police officer. This is competitive testing as prescribed by Civil Service Rules. All applicants must participate in and successfully complete a physical agility test, a written test and an oral board of review. Scoring of three facets is regulated by Civil Service rules. Veterans Preference: Hamburg Borough Civil Service recognizes veterans preference. Applications are available at the Hamburg Police Station, 61 North Third Street, Hamburg PA 19526 and can also be located on the Hamburg Borough website www.hamburgboro.com Applications can be electronically submitted to [e-mail]. Hamburg Borough Police is an accredited agency and hiring practices are regulated by policy that conform with PLEAC standards, and the Hamburg Borough Civil Service rules.

Benefits

• Very competitive starting and top salary.
• Medical, dental, vision and pension.
• All uniforms and equipment are provided.
• Regular continuing education training.
• Ability to participate in Traffic Safety, Motor Carrier, drug task force operations, and investigations section after completion of probationary period and selection to these lateral assignments.

Minimum Requirements

• At least 21 years of age.
• United States citizen and Resident of Pennsylvania with a valid Pennsylvania driver's license.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be of good moral character.
• Physically and psychologically capable of performing the duties of a police officer.
• No misdemeanor or felony convictions.
• No extensive traffic driving history.
• Able to testify in a court of law.
• Maintain Act 120 certification throughout employment.
• Successfully complete a psychological examination and medical examination.
• Undergo an extensive background investigation.
• Successful candidates will be required to successfully complete a Field Training Program in addition to a 12-month probationary hire period.
• Applicants must meet the requirements of Act 120 for certification as a municipal police officer prior to appointment.

Posted: 09/08/26 Deadline: 10/9/2026