West Haven - Entry Level Police Officer

Job Prerequisites

• CHIP Physical Ability Card
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• South Central Criminal Justice Administration Police Officer Exam
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• South Central Criminal Justice Administration Police Officer Exam
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Job Announcement

WEST HAVEN POLICE DEPARTMENT 

POLICE OFFICER

The West Haven Police Department is now accepting applications for the position of Entry Level Police Officer!

Applicants must take and pass the South Central Criminal Justice Association (SCCJA) testing process in order to apply. 

Minimum Requirements

• Must be a non-user of tobacco products.
• Must reside within 20 miles after probation period.
• Must be 21 years of age or older at the time of appointment.
• Possess High School Diploma or G.E.D. 
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Possess a Valid CT Driver's License.
• Pass the SCCJA Written Test with a minimum of 60%
• Pass the SCCJA Oral Boards with a minimum of 60%

The West Haven Police Department offers:

Tuition reimbursement, educational bonus pay, vacation time, holiday time, sick time, personal days, a yearly uniform allowance, longevity pay,  health insurance, dental insurance, and life insurance.  Officers work a 40 hour work week with five days on and two days off. 

The West Haven Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please direct questions regarding this position to ahayward@whpd.com

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.

Applicants are responsible for checking their email and logging into their PoliceApp, PublicSafetyApp, FireFighterApp or EmployementApp account to monitor for emails, scheduling and process updates.