Newark Police Officer

Job Announcement

THE NEWARK POLICE DEPARTMENT

IS NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF

POLICE OFFICER

The City of Newark, Delaware, a professionally managed, growing university community, is accepting applications from qualified individuals for the position of Police Officer from March 29 through May 1, 2015.

Applicants must be at least 21 years of age, possess an Associate’s degree or its equivalent (minimum 60 credits), have a valid driver’s license with no recent suspension, have no felony convictions, meet pre-employment assessment requirements and be a U.S. citizen.

This is a rewarding career opportunity which offers an excellent salary and fringe benefit program. Starting average salary for this position is $48,500 with possibility for rapid advancement. Applicants will undergo an extensive screening process which includes a written test, oral interview, physical agility test, background investigation, polygraph test, physical examination and psychological evaluation.

Apply online at www.cityofnewarkde.us/jobs. Questions, please contact the City Manager’s Office at (302) 366-7000. EOE

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.