Police Officer: Patrol, Investigate & Protect Communities

Greenwich Police Department; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Greenwich Police Department is seeking a Police Officer to patrol and conduct investigations to protect life and property in Greenwich, CT. Officers may operate on foot, bicycle, motorcycle, or in a patrol car, following directives from supervisors. Requirements include an Associates degree or 60 college credits or 2 years of U.S.

military experience or equivalent, a valid driver's license, U.S. citizenship or eligible status, a written exam, background checks, and CHIP physical ability

Qualifications

• Associates degree from an accredited college or 60 college credits or 2 years of U.S. military experience or the equivalent (2 years certified police officer) and work experience in meeting and dealing with a variety of people under varying circumstances or equivalent.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• No person shall be appointed to the Greenwich Police Department unless a citizen of the United States, Permanent Legal Resident, or a recipient of Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA).
• Candidates must have passed a written examination.
• Candidate must have signed a falsification of information acknowledgement statement.
• CHIP physical ability assessment required with valid CHIP card dated July 1, 2026 or after.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas to deter crime and preserve public safety.
• Investigate incidents and enforce local, state, and federal laws.
• Interact with the public in a professional and courteous manner at all times.
• May be assigned to specific tasks requiring on-the-job training.

Education

Associates degree / 60 credits / 2 years military

Job description

The Greenwich Police Department is seeking a Police Officer to patrol and conduct investigations to protect life and property in Greenwich, CT. Officers may operate on foot, bicycle, motorcycle, or in a patrol car, following directives from supervisors. Requirements include an Associates degree or 60 college credits or 2 years of U.S.

military experience or equivalent, a valid driver's license, U.S. citizenship or eligible status, a written exam, background checks, and CHIP physical ability