Job Overview Department Ephrata Police Department Type Entry Level Certified Job Title Police Officer Salary $57,546.00 to $77,609.00 DOE Contact cmckim@ephratapd.org Location Ephrata, PA

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Job Prerequisites

• Lancaster County, PA Police Officer Exam
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Job Announcement

EPHRATA POLICE DEPARTMENT

NOW HIRING PROCESS FOR

FULL TIME POLICE OFFICERS

Certified police officers and non-certified applicants are encouraged to apply.

Written test is at 6:30PM at Ephrata Middle School on April 18, 2023.

Physical Fitness Assessment is at 8:00AM at Reading Police Academy on April 19, 2023.

The Ephrata Police Department serves the four municipalities of Ephrata Borough, Ephrata Township, West Cocalico Township, and Adamstown Borough and covers a total jurisdiction of approximately 49 square miles and serves approximately 33,700 residents in Northern Lancaster County.

The Ephrata Police Department is a modern, innovative, well-equipped, accredited police department. Officers enjoy a supportive community, 12-hour scheduling, tuition reimbursement, and excellent career development opportunities.

AVAILABLE BENEFITS INCLUDE

• Every other weekend off
• Only work 7 days every two weeks
• 6 week advance notice of schedule changes
• Double time paid for worked holidays
• Comp time earned on family holidays
• Post-retirement health care
• Full college tuition reimbursement
• Education bonus
• Longevity bonus
• Full pension after 25 years of service and age 50

SALARY AND BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS

• Salary while in the academy if uncertified: $59,848.
• Start certified no experience: $68,914. 
• Start with 2 years of full time experience as certified police officer: $80,713.
• Top patrol officer pay in 2023: $96,834. 2027: $112,344
• Highmark PPO insurance plan, dental and vision.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

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• Must be 21 years of age by date of employment as a police officer as required by current Pennsylvania MPOTEC regulations.
• Must possess a diploma as proof of graduation from an accredited high school or have a graduate equivalent diploma.
• Must be a United States citizen.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Must be physically and mentally fit to perform the full duties of a police officer. (To be determined by a medical examination/drug screen, psychological evaluation & physical agility test)
• Must successfully pass a written examination.
• Must successfully pass an oral interview process.
• Must successfully pass a polygraph examination.
• Must successfully pass a comprehensive background investigation.
• Must meet the minimum qualifications for police officer certification established by the Pennsylvania Municipal Police Officer Training and Education Commission.
• Must reside within a twenty five (25) mile radius of the Ephrata Borough line within three (3) months of completing their probationary period.
• Must provide truthful and non-misleading information on identity papers and must have documented proof of work eligibility.
• Must provide truthful and non-misleading information on every part of the employment application.

Opportunities for officer specialization include:

• E-Bike Patrol
• Drone Pilot
• Crash Reconstruction
• Special Emergency Response Team (SERT)
• Vehicle Inspection Technician
• Forensic Crime Scene and Evidence Processing
• School Resource Officer
• In-house use of force instructors
• Participation in regional cooperative teams

For more information on starting a career with the Ephrata Police Department, call 717-738-9200 or email Recruiting@EphrataPD.org.

Deadline to apply for Physical and Written Exams is April 10, 2023. ($35 non-refundable fee to apply.)

Please direct questions regarding this position to cmckim@ephratapd.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.

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.