Lower Swatara Township Police Position Vacancies for Police Officer.

This testing process will include a written test, physical agility test, oral board, polygraph examination, background investigation, physical examination, drug screen and psychological evaluation.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS: Each applicant for this position shall be at least 18 years of age at time of application and possess a diploma from an accredited high school or graduate equivalency. In addition, each applicant must be a United States citizen, be physically and psychologically able to perform the essential functions of a police officer, and, prior to appointment and during his or her employment with the Township, possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. 

Position Details From $51,561.59 a year Full Time Positions Benefits Medical Coverage Dental Coverage Vision Coverage Life Insurance Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance Long Term Disability Benefits Professional Liability Insurance Paid Time Off Retirement plan

Qualifications -Must be a United States citizen and 18 years of age or older as of February 28th 2023. -Must have a valid Driver's License. [Out of state applicants must obtain a valid Pennsylvania Driver's License within 60 days of hire.] -Must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent. -Must be capable of possessing requisite skills, knowledge and abilities of a police officer. -In addition, you must be physically and psychologically able to perform the essential functions of a police officer and be of good moral character. -Must pass a written examination and a Physical Agility Test to continue with the selection process. -Must conform to Lower Swatara Twp's Operations Directive 31.1.03 A. -Body Modification-Tattoos and Branding which reads: 1. Tattoos, branding, or any other type of physical modification is not permitted on the face or visible part of the neck. Tattoos, branding or other type of physical modification on either arm below the elbow must be covered by a long sleeve uniform shirt or other garment compatible and appropriate with the uniform or other work attire. All members of the department must conform to this policy including personnel assigned to the Criminal Investigation Unit or any other special assignment. -Upon hire, officers must complete a minimum one-year probationary training period.

Lower Swatara is a township of the first class and the selection process will be held in accordance with the regulations of the Township Civil Service Commission. Equal Opportunity Employer - The Lower Swatara Township Police Department does not discriminate on the basis of Age, Gender, Marital Status, Race, Color, Creed, National Origin, Political Affiliation, Religion or Disability.