Harrisburg PA 17101
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Salary DeadlineAbout the Harrisburg Bureau of Police
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General Hiring Requirements:
- Age - Must be at least 21 years of age by the time of Long Application.
- Citizenship - Must be a U.S. Citizen.
- Education - Must have graduated from high school or received a G.E.D., or received an equivalent education acceptable to the Harrisburg Civil Service Commission.
- Driver's License - Must possess a current valid driver's license which has not been restored or suspended since 3 Years from date of Application.
- General - Must be able to perform the essential job functions of Police Officer as defined in the Harrisburg Civil Service Rules and Regulations.
You must achieve a 70% on the written test to move on in the process. Submission of a formal application will need to be completed by those who score a 70% or higher.
We offer:
- Academy training paid for by the Harrisburg Bureau of Police
- Competitive Starting Salary and Benefits while in the Academy
- Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
- Defined Pension Plan and Paid Group Life Insurance
- Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Time
- Paid Holidays and Birthday
- No Residency Requirements
As a State Accredited PLEAC organization, Harrisburg officers take pride in responding quickly and efficiently to the needs and expectations of the public. The departmental goal is to safeguard the constitutional rights of all citizens, including those prosecuted for crimes, to reduce crime, arrest offenders, recover stolen property, maintain the public peace and ensure the safe use of the City’s roadways.
Police Department employees are held to the highest professional standards, both on and off duty. Police officers are dedicated to increasing the level of professionalism and ensuring that all citizens can feel safe in any neighborhood. A high priority is placed on seeing that students are safe traveling to and from, and while attending schools. Discrimination is not tolerated and criminals or those who prey on the innocent will know and realize the consequences of their actions.
The Police Division operates 24 hours a day and provides uniformed patrol, conducts criminal investigations, dispatches for both Harrisburg Bureau of Police and Fire, and provides Emergency 911 service for Harrisburg and surrounding communities. Homeland Security and the ever-changing 21st century world demands that law enforcement adapt and change to meet those needs. Harrisburg Bureau of Police constantly seeks new and better methods of protecting the community.