Naugatuck - Entry Level Police Officer

Job Overview

Department Naugatuck Police Department
TypeEntry Level
Job TitleEntry Level Police Officer
Deadline Dec 16, 2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Contactnpdbackgrounds@naugatuckpd.org
Location Naugatuck, CT
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Job Prerequisites


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Job Announcement

                     

Naugatuck Police Department, CT Police Jobs

JOB POSTING

The Borough of Naugatuck is currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of

Entry Level Police Officer 

CPCA TEST: Applicants must take and pass the Entry Level Police Officer Written Exam administered by the Connecticut Police Chiefs Association (CPCA) in order to apply. Applicants must have received a score of 70% or higher. 

 

The Borough of Naugatuck offers an excellent fringe benefits package including a defined contribution retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, health, dental, and vision insurance.  Preference points for Naugatuck residents, residents of adjoining towns and veterans will be awarded to those who qualify for such points. The current starting base salary for an entry level Naugatuck Police Officer is $68,664.00 ($70,381.00 beginning 7/1/2024) annually. 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • Be 21 years of age at time of appointment
  • Be a U.S. Citizen
  • Have a High School Diploma or GED
  • Possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license
  • Possess a valid CHIP card at a minimum 40th percentile ( To sign up for a CHIP TEST, go to https://www.certifyfit.com/chip-test/ )
  • Candidates must successfully complete and pass a thorough background investigation, polygraph examination, psychological interview/test, and comprehensive medical examination including drug/alcohol screening.
  • Ability to meet the requirements of the Naugatuck Police Department Policy & Procedure regarding Personal Appearance.

Failure to meet any of the above requirements will disqualify a candidate for employment as a Police Officer with the Borough of Naugatuck.  

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be completed online at www.PoliceApp.com/Naugatuck. Please send any questions to npdbackgrounds@naugatuckpd.org.

 

The Borough of Naugatuck is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination on any basis prohibited by law. 

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Please direct questions regarding this position to npdbackgrounds@naugatuckpd.org


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.

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