Part-Time Police Officers
Join the Meyersdale Borough Police Department Accepting applications for Part-Time Police Officers $17.90 per hour starting Salary.
The Meyersdale Borough Police Department is actively seeking applications for several immediate openings for part-time police officer positions. It is anticipated that these positions will continue to have scheduled shifts as well as on-call/special event working opportunities. The starting rate is $17.90 per hour with regular increases to $ 18.70 per hour at the end of this contract, with initial uniform being provided by the municipality. Successful applicants must be available to participate in a paid Field Training Program. Clothing allowance, longevity pay, vacation time, personal time, Court time, Overtime, seniority, are all available per contract language.
Applicants must be at least 21 years of age or older (possible waiver if you have already completed an approved ACT 120 school), possess a high school diploma or GED, have completed the requisite academy training (or its equivalent) and hold current ACT 120 certification prior to appointment. Additional requirements include no disqualifying criminal history or convictions. A valid PA driver's license. Current CPR/First Aid certification, and capable of possessing/successfully qualifying with a firearm. A background investigation, a medical/physical exam, and a psychological evaluation are also part of the selection process. Consideration will be given to applicants who have prior police experience, military service or post-secondary education.
Education: Required
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High school or equivalent.
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Post-secondary education preferred but not required.
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Prior Police experience preferred but not required.
License / Certification Required
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ACT 120
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Driver's License
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First Aid Certification
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CPR Certification
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Current firearms qualification prior to start of employment.
Other requirements
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Must be able to work any shift. Average shifts are 0800-1600, 1600-2400 or as needed.
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Pay periods are bi-weekly. You must work a minimum of 32 hours a month per Union contract.
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Must work at least one weekend shift being Saturday and Sunday a month per Union contract.
Meyersdale Borough Police Department is located in the southern part of Somerset County. Our population is approximately 2800 residence between Meyersdale and Salisbury Boroughs. Responsibilities of the department include coverage of Meyersdale School District as well as a service agreement with Salisbury Borough.