Police Officer

Undisclosed; Hamburg (Berks County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Pension

Uniforms provided

Ongoing education training

Lateral assignments after probation

Job summary

Hamburg Police Department is accepting applications for eligibility for the position of Police Officer (full and part-time). A small agency with a high call volume (~8,500/year), the department conducts competitive testing under Civil Service Rules.

Applicants must complete agility, written, and oral board tests; veterans preference applies. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, pension, and provided uniforms and equipment.

Qualifications

• At least 21 years of age.
• U.S. citizen and resident of Pennsylvania with a valid PA driver's license.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must be of good moral character.
• Physically and psychologically capable of performing duties.
• 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 and medical examination.
• Undergo an extensive background investigation.
• Successful candidates will complete Field Training Program and 12-month probation.
• Meet Act 120 requirements prior to appointment.

Skills

Testify in court

Education

High school diploma or GED

Act 120 certification

Tools

PA Driver's license

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.

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