Police Officer 1

Southern Arkansas University; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus of $12,000

Comprehensive health care

Opportunities for growth

Benefits

Job summary

A city government agency seeks qualified candidates for the role of police officer in Philadelphia. Ideal applicants will have completed the necessary Pennsylvania Municipal Police Officers’ Certification and training as a Police Officer Recruit. Responsibilities include protecting life and property, enforcing laws, and investigating crimes. A vibrant work environment with a strong emphasis on community and inclusion awaits successful candidates, along with a hiring bonus of $12,000.

Qualifications

• Must hold Pennsylvania Municipal Police Officers’ Certification before appointment.
• Must have completed training as a Police Officer Recruit at the City of Philadelphia Police Academy.
• Experience or equivalent qualifications in law enforcement.
• Possession of a commonwealth or state Law Enforcement Officers’ Certification.

Responsibilities

• Protect life and property within an assigned area.
• Enforce laws and investigate crimes.
• Patrol areas to prevent crime.
• Essential functions include qualification and use of firearms, patrolling and apprehension of suspects.

Skills

Familiarity with firearms

Patrolling skills

Apprehension techniques

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Police Officer Recruit training at City of Philadelphia Police Academy

Pennsylvania Municipal Police Officers’ Certification

Commonwealth or state Law Enforcement Officers’ Certification

Job description

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Apply to this opportunity here: www.phila.gov/jobs

Hiring Bonus $12,000

All applications will be accepted from 11/10/2025 to 12/7/2025.

As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

What we offer

• Impact– The work you do here matters to millions.
• Growth– Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it?
• Diversity & Inclusion– Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.
• Benefits– We care about your well-being.

General Job Description

This is general duty police work on an assigned shift involving the protection of life and property, enforcement of laws, and investigation of crimes. Work is performed under the supervision of a police officer of higher rank. The employee has a controlling impact on the prevention of crime within an assigned area. Work requires regular exposure to uncontrolled and/or unpredictable conditions and the frequent exercise of moderate physical effort. The essential functions and tasks required for the position of police officer, include, but are not limited to, qualification and use of firearms, patrolling and apprehension of suspects. Employees in this class must also comply with Commonwealth municipal police officer certification requirements.

The Requirements are as follows:

For employees hired from eligible lists for Police Officer Recruit initially established before 2012:

EDUCATION: Education equivalent to standard high school.

TRAINING: Recent successful completion of training as a Police Officer Recruit at the City of Philadelphia Police Academy.

CERTIFICATION: Possession of Pennsylvania Municipal Police Officers’ Certification from the Pennsylvania Municipal Police Officers Education and Training Commission prior to appointment and during tenure of employment as a Police Officer 1.

For employees hired from eligible lists for Police Officer Recruit initially established during or after 2012 or from Police Officer 1 eligible lists initially established during or after 2011:

Option 1

TRAINING: Recent successful completion of training as a Police Officer Recruit at the City of Philadelphia Police Academy.

Option 2

EDUCATION: Education equivalent to completion of a standard high school.

EXPERIENCE: One year of full time employment as a commonwealth or state certified Law Enforcement Officer which has been within the three year period immediately prior to the thirtieth (30) day after the last date for filing applications for the examination for this class.

CERTIFICATION: Possession of a commonwealth or state Law Enforcement Officers’ Certification.

PHYSICAL AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS

Age – Must have reached the following birthday as of the date of appointment: Nineteenth (19th) Birthday.

The analyst responsible for reviewing applications and additional documentation for this job opportunity is Charlene Clark‑Smith. You can contact Charlene at [e-mail].

The City of Philadelphia is a qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Learn more at https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

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