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Washington Township Police - Hiring - Full Time Patrol Officers
Physical Fitness Exam is scheduled for Saturday March 28, 2026, at 800 a.m. The physical fitness exam will consist of passing the 4 components listed below following the Municipal Police Officers Education and Training Commission Police Academy Entrance Standards.
Visit this link for the standards: MPOETC Physical Fitness Standards
- 1 Minute Sit-up
- 300 Meter Run
- 1 Minute Push-Up
- 1.5 Mile Run
Any applicant passing the Physical Fitness Exam will be invited to attend the Written Exam, scheduled for Saturday, March 28, 2026, (immediately following the conclusion of the Physical Fitness Test).
The successful candidate must:
- be at least 21 years of age prior to completing the academy
- possess a valid driver’s license
- must reside within 50 miles of Washington Township Police Department
- possess a diploma from an accredited high school or a GED
- pass physical fitness exam, pass written test & pass oral board interview
- pass physical exam & drug screen, psychological exam, vision exam; visit MPOETC for all requirements
- pass thorough background investigation & credit check
- if NOT currently Act 120 Certified, must be able to attend and successfully complete the educational requirements to become Act 120 certified by attending the Police Academy (starts January 2027)
- current, certified Out of State applicants & Federal/Military Law Enforcement, visit the link below for more information regarding Act 120 Certification: MPOETC
Washington Township Police Department offers a starting salary in 2026, of $61,740.73 along with an excellent benefit package and retirement plan.
Please direct questions regarding this position to admin@washtwp-franklin.org
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