Police Officer (Lateral)

Hartford Police Department; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford Police Department is seeking qualified police officers to perform law enforcement duties protecting life and property in Hartford, CT. You will engage in crime prevention, public service, and community policing while working a 40-hour week on a rotating shift that includes weekends and holidays.

The process includes multiple examinations and a strict background check. Applicants must have current CT POST certification, a valid CT driver’s license, and pass a medical exam.

Qualifications

• P.O.S.T. Certification must be current at appointment.
• CT POST certification required with copy submitted with application.
• Valid CT driver's license must be submitted with application.
• Medical examination and extensive background checks required.
• Hartford residency preferred with residency affidavit submission.

Responsibilities

• Perform law enforcement duties to protect life and property.
• Enforce laws, prevent crime, and apprehend suspects.
• Participate in community policing and public service duties.
• Work 40 hours weekly on rotating shifts including weekends/holidays.

Skills

POST Certification

Driver's License

Background Check

Education

P.O.S.T. Certification (CT)

Driver's License

Job description

Vacancies are in the Police Department. Under supervision, performs law enforcement duties involving the protection of life and property, the prevention of crime and the apprehension of crime suspects. Performs public service duties involving non-criminal calls for service, the preservation of peace and working with the community. Works 40 hours per week on a shift rotation schedule involving weekends and holidays. Performs related work as required.

This is a Hartford Police Union position.

NOTE: Police Officers with proof of higher education that meet established criteria shall receive Educational Incentive pay upon completion of their probationary period. Salary and benefits are subject to collective bargaining.

The examination will consist of the rating of an oral test. All parts of the examination, including tests and ratings, will be related to the requirements of the position. To be appointed, candidates must also pass a drug test, a background investigation which includes a polygraph examination, a psychological examination, an interview with the Chief of Police, a physical examination, and a working test/probationary period of one year after graduation from the Police Academy. All parts of the examination are designed to determine the ability of applicants to learn and perform the duties of a Police Officer in a multi-culturally diverse environment. This examination and employment process is subject to all federal, state, municipal laws, rules and regulations.

Qualifications

• Have been employed as a Certified Police Officer in the State of Connecticut for a minimum of two (2) years at the time of application AND have not had more than three (3) years of separation from a law enforcement unit at the date of hire.
• P.O.S.T. CERTIFICATION: A valid State of Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council-Police Officer (P.O.S.T.) Certification, which must be current at the time of appointment. A COPY OF THE CERTIFICATION MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION.
• DRIVER'S LICENSE: A valid driver's license is required. A COPY OF YOUR VALID LICENSE MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION.
• PHYSICAL CONDITION: Must pass a thorough medical examination.
• VERIFICATION: ALL EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS WILL BE VERIFIED. A BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION WILL BE ADMINISTERED. FALSIFICATION OF ANY INFORMATION WILL AUTOMATICALLY DISQUALIFY YOU FROM FURTHER PARTICIPATION IN THE RECRUITMENT AND TESTING PROCESS AND WILL RESULT IN TERMINATION, IF HIRED.
• HARTFORD RESIDENCY IS PREFERRED: Preferably be a bona-fide resident of the City of Hartford at the time of application. A completed CITY OF HARTFORD RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT including proof of residency as indicated on the RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT may be submitted.

Application Fee

Applicants must submit a fee with their application. The fee is $35.00 payable to the "City of Hartford". The fee is non-refundable.

Veteran's Preference

Preferential Points may be given to Eligible Veterans. Must submit a Veteran's Preference Form, along with a DD-214 and Disability letter (if applicable) from the Office of Veteran's Affairs.

Anticipated Examination Dates

ORAL EXAMINATION DATE: TBD (Expected to be November 2026)

Informational Session

For more information regarding the informational sessions, please contact the Hartford Police Department's Recruitment Division at HPD NEXT or check online at Instagram at joinhpdct.

All correspondence and information concerning the application and testing process will occur through email. Please be sure to also check your spam folder for correspondence.

Accommodation

The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department.