Police Officer (Non-Hartford Residents)

The-City-of-Hartfor; Coltville (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford Police Department in Hartford, CT, seeks Police Officers to protect life and property, prevent crime, and work with the community. Duties include public service tasks and multi-shift schedules with weekends and holidays. Applicants undergo physical agility testing, written and oral exams, and comprehensive background investigations.

Qualifications include U.S. citizenship, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Must possess a High School Diploma from an accredited high school or GED from a state approved program.
• Citizen of the United States. Proof of Citizenship submitted with your application.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Performs law enforcement duties involving the protection of life and property, crime prevention, and apprehension of suspects.
• Conducts public service duties involving non-criminal calls for service and community engagement.
• Works 40 hours per week on shifts including weekends and holidays.

Education

High School Diploma

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.

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 a physical agility test, a written test and 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 background investigation consisting of a criminal history check, polygraph examination, a psychological examination, a medical and drug examination, physical agility examination, an interview with the Chief of Police 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.

Open to all Non-Hartford residents who meet the following qualifications at time of application:

Age

Must be 21 years of age by the closing date and time of this posting.

Citizenship

Must be a Citizen of the United States. Proof of Citizenship must be submitted with your application. (Acceptable proof includes: US Government or State Government issued Certificate of Birth, Certificate of Citizenship, Naturalization Certificate, or valid US Passport).

Education

Must possess a High School Diploma from an accredited high school or GED from a state approved program. A copy of your High School Diploma, GED Certificate, or transcript must be submitted with your application.

Driver's License

Must possess a valid driver's license. A copy of your valid Driver's License must be submitted with your application.

Hartford Residency Preferred

Additional information regarding Residency Requirement found in "Other Information" below.

Military Police experience may be applicable per Police Officer Standards and Training Council General Notices 20-05, 20-10. Please contact the Human Resources Department for further information.

Testing

PHYSICAL AGILITY TESTING:

• Date: TBD (Expected to be November 2026)
• The City will administer the Physical Agility Test. Candidates must pass the Physical Agility Test using the 40% Cooper Standards set by the Hartford Police Department to stay in the testing process. If selected, candidates must pass using the 40% Cooper Standards to enter the Academy. A City of Hartford Medical Approval Form, completed by your physician, must be submitted to the HR staff present at the Physical Agility Test in order to participate in the Physical Agility Test.
• The City will accept CHIP Cards as part of your application. Should you not possess and submit a CHIP card to the Human Resources Office before the date of the Physical Agility Test, you will be required to participate in the Physical Agility Test administered by the City of Hartford. For more information on CHIP cards, visit www.certifyfit.com or call (203)-235-5865.

WRITTEN EXAMINATION:

• Date: TBD (Expected to be November 2026)

ORAL EXAMINATION:

• Date: TBD (Expected to be November 2026)

MEDICAL EXAMINATION: 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, additionally resulting in termination, if hired.

Emails: All correspondence and information concerning the application and testing process will occur through email, unless otherwise requested at the time of application. Please be sure to also check your spam folder for correspondence.

Physical Agility Preparation: Every Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday beginning at 6:00 PM (Rain or Shine). Contact HPD Recruitment Division at (860)-757-4242, email [e-mail], or visit us on Instagram at joinhpdct for updates and additional information.

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.

Other Information

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.

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.

NOTICE: 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.