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THE TOWN OF WINCHESTER IS ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR
POSTC CERTIFIED POLICE OFFICER
The Town of Winchester is seeking POSTC certified applicants for the position of police officer. Applications will be accepted throughout 2025. Our hiring process is on-going and based on existing vacancies. To be considered we encourage interested applicants to apply ASAP. Applications and qualifications will be reviewed when vacancies within the department occur. Your application will be kept on file for one year. Click on the job description link for additional information.
Certified applicants must have a valid POSTC certification card (CT preferred) and complete the application.
HOW TO APPLY:
Visit policeapp.com to complete the Town's Civil Service application. Once complete your application will be reviewed and you will be contacted for an interview.
WORK SCHEDULE:
The basic work week consists of three eight-hour-shifts: Midnight (0000-0800), Day (0800-1600), & Evening (1600-0000). All shifts work alternating schedules of five consecutive days on & three consecutive days off, followed by five consecutive days on & two consecutive days off. Shift schedules change October 1st and April 1st each year and are bid by seniority.
The Town of Winchester is seeking POSTC certified and entry level applicants for the position of police officer. Applications will be accepted throughout 2025. Our hiring process is on-going and based on existing vacancies. To be considered we encourage interested applicants to apply ASAP. Applications and qualifications will be reviewed when vacancies within the department occur. Your application will be kept on file for one year. Click on the job description link for additional information.
The Town of Winchester participates in the CPCA entry level written test program. Only individuals who take and pass the CPCA written test will be permitted to apply to the Winchester Police Department. Entry level applicants must also have a valid 40 % C.H.I.P score within six months of the application date. Go to https://www.certifyfit.com/test-schedule/ for additional test dates and information. Certified applicants must have a valid Connecticut POSTC certification card.
SALARY RANGE & BENEFITS (Effective 07/01/2025):
Certified officer salary range $82,520.98 to $86,933.37, commensurate with experience. Four steps over a five-year period. Shift premium pay for evening and midnight shift. Connecticut's Municipal Employees Retirement System (CMERS) retirement plan. Life insurance, healthcare & dental plan. Paid dry cleaning for uniforms. Education incentives and tuition reimbursement. Paid gym membership. Fifteen paid holidays, vacation time, personal time and sick leave. Retiree Health Insurance. Opportunity to work in specialized areas such as investigations, marine patrol, D.A.R.E, traffic enforcement, & firearms instruction.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Valid POSTC certification.
Please direct questions regarding this position to policechief@townofwinchester.org
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