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CITY OF HARTFORD - HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
invites applications for the position of:
Police Officer
| SALARY: | $52,866.84 - $71,480.24 Annually |
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| OPENING DATE: | 02/11/19 |
| CLOSING DATE: | 04/01/19 05:00 PM |
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***Application for HARTFORD RESIDENTS ONLY!***
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Anticipated vacancies are in the Police Department. Under supervision, performs law enforcement duties involving the protection of life and property; the prevention of crime and the apprehension of crime suspects; and performs public service duties involving non-criminal calls for service, the preservation of peace and working with the community. Works 40 hours per week on a shift rotation schedule involving weekends and holidays. Performs related work as required.
NOTE: As of the date of this posting, the pay rate for Police Officer Recruits is $49,851.88/year until graduation from the Police Academy. Police Officers with proof of higher education that meet established criteria shall receive Educational Incentive pay upon completion of their probationary period. Salary and benefits are subject to collective bargaining. |
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The examination process consists of a physical ability test, a written test, and an oral test. To be appointed, candidates must also pass a drug test, a background investigation, a polygraph examination, a psychological examination, an interview with the Chief of Police, a physical examination, and a working test/probationary period of one year (after graduation from the Police Academy). All parts of the examination are designed to determine the ability of applicants to learn and perform the duties of a Police Officer in a multi-culturally diverse environment. This examination and employment process is subject to all federal, state, municipal laws, rules and regulations.
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Open to all Hartford residents who meet the following qualifications:
AGE: Must be 21 years of age at the time of application. CITIZENSHIP: Must be a Citizen of the United States. PROOF OF CITIZENSHIP MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION. (Acceptable proof includes: US Government or State Government issued Certificate of Birth, Certificate of Citizenship, Naturalization Certificate, or valid US Passport). EDUCATION: Must possess a High School Diploma from an accredited high school or GED from a state approved program. A COPY OF YOUR HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA, GED CERTIFICATE, OR TRANSCRIPT MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION.
DRIVER'S LICENSE: Must possess a valid driver's license. A COPY OF YOUR VALID DRIVER'S LICENSE MUST BE SUBMITTED WITH YOUR APPLICATION.
PHYSICAL ABILITY TESTING: The City will administer the Physical Ability Test. Candidates must pass the Physical Ability Test using the 30% Cooper Standards, set by the Hartford Police Department, to stay in the testing process. If selected, candidates must pass using the 40% Cooper Standards to enter the Academy. A MEDICAL APPROVAL FORM, completed by your physician, must be submitted on the date of the Physical Ability Test in order to participate in the Physical Ability Test.
The City will accept CHIP Cards as part of your application. Should you not possess a valid CHIP Card by the closing date and time, you will be required to participate in the Physical Ability Test administered by the City of Hartford or required to submit a copy of your valid CHIP Card by the date of the written exam. (See below). HARTFORD RESIDENCY REQUIRED: Must be a bona-fide resident of the City of Hartford at the time of application. A completed CITY OF HARTFORD RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT including proof of residency as indicated on the CITY OF HARTFORD RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT must be submitted. (SEE BELOW FOR IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING RESIDENCY).
PHYSICAL CONDITION: Must pass a thorough medical examination. VISION: Without correction, not less than 20/100 in each eye; with correction not less than 20/30 in each eye. The candidate must have color vision and depth perception, binocular vision, distance and near vision (with lenses) must be 20/30 or better in each eye.
VERIFICATION: ALL EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS WILL BE VERIFIED. A BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION WILL BE ADMINISTERED. FALSIFICATION OF ANY INFORMATION WILL AUTOMATICALLY DISQUALIFY YOU FROM FURTHER PARTICIPATION IN THE RECRUITMENT AND TESTING PROCESS AND WILL RESULT IN TERMINATION, IF HIRED.
APPLICATION FEE: In order for your application to be considered, a $25.00 MONEY ORDER or CERTIFIED BANK CHECK, PAYABLE TO THE "CITY OF HARTFORD", must be submitted with the application and received no later than the closing date and time of this posting. BE SURE TO WRITE YOUR NAME, ADDRESS & THE POSITION "POLICE OFFICER" ON THE MONEY ORDER OR BANK CHECK. NO CASH or PERSONAL CHECKS will be accepted. This fee is non-refundable. |
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| Please submit your completed application, all required documentation, and payment online at PoliceApp.com/HartfordCT, in person, or by mail to the City of Hartford, Human Resources Department, 550 Main Street, Room 3, Hartford, CT 06103. APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY, INCLUDING PAYMENT AND REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION. FAILURE TO SUBMIT A COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKET WILL RESULT IN YOUR DISQUALIFICATION. COMPLETED APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED ONLINE AT POLICEAPP.COM/HARTFORDCT, IN-PERSON, OR BY MAIL MUST BE RECEIVED BY THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT NO LATER THAN THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME. APPLICATIONS RECEIVED IN PERSON OR BY MAIL AFTER THE CLOSING DATE AND TIME WILL BE DISQUALIFIED. WRITTEN EXAMINATION: Tuesday, April 16, 2019.PHYSICAL ABILITY TEST (Hartford Residents Only): Saturday, April 27, 2019.INFORMATIONAL SESSION: For more information regarding informational sessions, please contact the Hartford Police Department's Recruitment Division at JoinHPD@hartford.gov.
ORAL EXAMINATION: Week of April 29, 2019
POLICE ACADEMY: July 2019.
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| AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The City of Hartford is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities. |
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| APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: www.PoliceApp.com/HartfordCT Human Resources Department 550 Main Street Hartford, CT 06103 860-757-9800 humanresources@hartford.gov |
Position #00306 POLICE OFFICER (Hartford Residents) GR and NR |
Please direct questions regarding this position to HumanResources@hartford.gov
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