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City of Hartford, CT
Patrol Officer 2026
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A Law Enforcement Officer enforces jurisdictional laws, maintains public safety, and protects property and people in the community. Patrols neighborhoods, responds to emergency calls and crime scenes, watches for traffic and driving violations. Authorized to arrest criminals; prepares cases and testifies in court.
$81,355 / year median in Connecticut
+3% projected growth
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Job Details Category Police Department Status Open Posted July 23, 2026 8:00 AM Closing August 17, 2026 12:00 PM Attached Files Application / DJ-LE-330 Waiver Fillable HPD Info for Sworn
Job Details Category Police Department Status Open Posted July 23, 2026 8:00 AM Closing August 17, 2026 12:00 PM Attached Files Application / DJ-LE-330 Waiver Fillable HPD Info for Sworn
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We are a community-based policing agency that isCOMMUNITY PROUD.
We are looking for individuals to join our team as we provide professional police services to the citizens of Hartford.PATROL OFFICER
Applications are being accepted to fill two vacancies and to establish an eligibility list for future positions. Officers work a 12-hour shift with the regular schedule providing for alternating weekends off.SALARY & BENEFITS
Starting rate is $33.03/hour, rising to $40.87/hour (per 2026 contract), Wisconsin Retirement System, and with a competitive and comprehensive benefit package.QUALIFICATIONS U.S.
Citizen; At least 18 years of age; Valid Wisconsin driver's license; No felony or domestic abuse convictions; Must possess the ability to perform essential functions of a law enforcement officer. Applicants must possess a minimum of an associate degree, 60 college credits from an accredited institution of higher learning, or college credits from an accredited institution of higher learning and waived credits from Wisconsin Department of Justice Training and Standards that total 60 credits. Preference may be given to applicants possessing Wisconsin Law Enforcement Training & Standards Board Certification or are eligible for certification.ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED BEFORE NOON ON MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2026NOTE
Candidates may be required to complete a written examination, oral interviews, drug testing, an extensive background investigation, and a psychological and medical examination. The City of Hartford reserves the right to limit the number of candidates during each phase of the testing and screening process.Job Details Category Police Department Status Open Posted July 23, 2026 8:00 AM Closing August 17, 2026 12:00 PM Attached Files Application / DJ-LE-330 Waiver Fillable HPD Info for Sworn
POLICE OFFICER
03-16Equal OpportunityTHE CITY OF HARTFORD IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERWOMEN AND MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY
#J-18808-Ljbffr Job DescriptionEMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
We are a community-based policing agency that isCOMMUNITY PROUD.
We are looking for individuals to join our team as we provide professional police services to the citizens of Hartford.PATROL OFFICER
Applications are being accepted to fill two vacancies and to establish an eligibility list for future positions. Officers work a 12-hour shift with the regular schedule providing for alternating weekends off.SALARY & BENEFITS
Starting rate is $33.03/hour, rising to $40.87/hour (per 2026 contract), Wisconsin Retirement System, and with a competitive and comprehensive benefit package.QUALIFICATIONS U.S.
Citizen; At least 18 years of age; Valid Wisconsin driver's license; No felony or domestic abuse convictions; Must possess the ability to perform essential functions of a law enforcement officer. Applicants must possess a minimum of an associate degree, 60 college credits from an accredited institution of higher learning, or college credits from an accredited institution of higher learning and waived credits from Wisconsin Department of Justice Training and Standards that total 60 credits. Preference may be given to applicants possessing Wisconsin Law Enforcement Training & Standards Board Certification or are eligible for certification.ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED BEFORE NOON ON MONDAY, AUGUST 17, 2026NOTE
Candidates may be required to complete a written examination, oral interviews, drug testing, an extensive background investigation, and a psychological and medical examination. The City of Hartford reserves the right to limit the number of candidates during each phase of the testing and screening process.Job Details Category Police Department Status Open Posted July 23, 2026 8:00 AM Closing August 17, 2026 12:00 PM Attached Files Application / DJ-LE-330 Waiver Fillable HPD Info for Sworn