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Job Announcement:
Penndel Borough Police Department
Now accepting applications for Full Time Police Officers
Penndel Borough is a small tight knit community located in Lower Bucks County. The Borough is roughly 1/2 square mile and had a population of around 2,500 residents.
Penndel Borough stands out from other departments through its strong sense of teamwork and unity. As a small department, we recognize that our greatest strength lies in working together, supporting one another, and sharing a common goal. By combining our individual strengths and collaborating as a team, we create an environment where everyone can succeed and the entire department benefits.
Minimum Requirements:
- Applicants must be 21 years or older at the time of application.
- Applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.).
- Applicants must possess a current Act 120 Certification at the time of application.
- Applicants with prior Law Enforcement Experience is preferred but not required.
- Applicant must be a United States Citizen at time of application.
- Applicants must possess a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license and suitable driving record.
- No felony or misdemeanor criminal convictions will be accepted.
- Applicants must be in good health and physical condition at time of application.
- Any successful candidate must also pass a drug screening, physical examination, physical fitness test, polygraph examination, and psychological examination.
- Applicants must be able to read, write, and speak the English language fluently.
- Applicants must possess basic computer literacy skills.
- Applicants must be of good moral character.
- Applicants must have positive employment and financial history.
- Applicants must be able to perform the essential job functions as a patrol officer.
- Applicants must be able to conform to all hiring standards set by the Municipal Police Officers’ Education and Training Commission (MPOETC).
Job Description/General Duties:
Responsible for enforcing laws, protecting life and property, patrolling assigned areas, responding to emergencies, investigating crimes, making arrests when necessary, preparing reports, and maintaining public safety and order.
Benefits
- Health, Dental, Life Insurance
- Pension
- Yearly uniform allowance provided.
- Paid Time Off
Testing Requirements:
The testing process consists of:
- Physical Fitness Testing
- Written Examination
- Panel Style Oral Interview
Hiring Process:
After successfully completing the testing process you may be selected to move on to a background investigation which includes;Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ or PDQ), drug screening, physical examination, polygraph examination, and psychological examination.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
Penndel Borough Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration as to their ability to perform the essential functions of the position.
Please direct questions regarding this position to police@boroughofpenndel.org
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