Police Officer / Patrolman

Job Announcement

JOB POSTING

The Borough of Naugatuck is currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of

Entry Level Police Officer 

A written examination administered by SCCJA will be held on Thursday, April 25, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.  Applicants will receive a confirmation of the testing location via email.    

If you DO NOT already have a valid CHIP Card, you must take and pass the May 18, 2019 CHIP test in order to be considered eligible for the position. 

The Borough of Naugatuck offers an excellent fringe benefits package including a defined contribution retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, health, dental, and vision insurance.  Preference points for Naugatuck residents, residents of adjoining towns and veterans will be awarded to those who qualify for such points. The current starting base salary for a an entry level Naugatuck Police Officer is $61,285.08 annually. 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Be 21 years of age at time of appointment

Be a U.S. Citizen

Have a High School Diploma or GED

Possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license

Possess a valid CHIP card at a minimum 40th percentile (If you DO NOT already have a valid CHIP Card, you must take and pass the May 18, 2019 CHIP test in order to be considered eligible for the position.)

Pass the physical agility test at the 50th percentile according to Cooper’s physical fitness standards at time of appointment

Candidates must successfully complete and pass a thorough background investigation, polygraph examination, psychological interview/test, and comprehensive medical examination including drug/alcohol screening.

Ability to meet the requirements of the Naugatuck Police Department Policy & Procedure regarding Personal Appearance.

Failure to meet any of the above requirements will disqualify a candidate for employment as a Police Officer with the Borough of Naugatuck.  

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be completed online at www.PoliceApp.com/Naugatuck. The deadline for applications is Friday, April 19, 2019 at midnight. Please send any questions to npdbackgrounds@naugatuckpd.org.

Application fee is $20.00 plus a $25.00 processing fee.  

The Borough of Naugatuck is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination on any basis prohibited by law. 

Please direct questions regarding this position to npdbackgrounds@naugatuckpd.org

Jobs close at 11:59 PM (Eastern) on the deadline date specified, or when the position capacity has been met, or unless otherwise specified in the announcement. If the deadline date is not specified in the announcement, the agency has sole discretion on setting the deadline and jobs may close without notice. It is the applicant's responsibility to thoroughly read and understand the deadline requirements and capacity limits as outlined by the agency.