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Police Officer (Hartford Residents)

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City of Hartford - Human Resources Department

Hartford, CT (In Person)

$80,341 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 4 weeks ago (Updated 5 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 8/1/2026

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Job Description

Police Officer (Hartford Residents) City of Hartford - Human Resources Department - 3.5 Hartford, CT Job Details Full-time $67,464.28 - $93,219.36 a year 2 days ago Qualifications Crime prevention Community policing Entry level Full Job Description JOB Vacancies are in the Police Department. Under supervision, performs law enforcement duties involving the protection of life and property, the prevention of crime and the apprehension of crime suspects. Performs public service duties involving non-criminal calls for service, the preservation of peace and working with the community. Works 40 hours per week on a shift rotation schedule involving weekends and holidays. Performs related work as required. This is a Hartford Police Union position.
NOTE:
Police Officers with proof of higher education that meet established criteria shall receive Educational Incentive pay upon completion of their probationary period. Salary and benefits are subject to collective bargaining.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
The examination will consist of the rating of a physical agility test, a written test, and an oral test. All parts of the examination, including tests and ratings, will be related to the requirements of the position. To be appointed, candidates must also pass a background investigation consisting of a criminal history check, polygraph examination, a psychological examination, a medical and drug examination, physical agility examination, an interview with the Chief of Police and a working test/probationary period of one year after graduation from the Police Academy. All parts of the examination are designed to determine the ability of applicants to learn and perform the duties of a Police Officer in a multi-culturally diverse environment. This examination and employment process is subject to all federal, state, municipal laws, rules and regulations.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION HOW TO APPLY
Online:
Complete applications, including all required documents and fee submissions can be submitted online via PoliceApp.com/HartfordCT. Online applications must be submitted no later than 11:59pm of the closing date.
In-Person or Mail:
Complete applications, including all required documents and fee submissions can be submitted in person or by mail to the City of Hartford's Human Resources Department, 550 Main Street, Room 3, Hartford, CT 06103. Paper applications must be received by the Human Resources Department no later than 5:00pm of the closing date.
DISCLOSURE
Applications must be completed and submitted in its entirety, including required documentation and application fee. Applications received in person or by mail after the aforementioned closing date and time will be disqualified. Failure to submit a complete application packet shall result in your disqualification.
INFORMATIONAL
Emails:
All correspondence and information concerning the application and testing process will occur through email, unless otherwise requested at the time of application. Please be sure to also check your spam folder for correspondence.
Physical Agility Preparation:
Contact HPD Recruitment Division at (860)-757-4242, email JoinHPD.com or visit us on Instagram at joinhpdct for updates and additional information.
Informational Session :
For more information regarding the informational sessions, please contact the Hartford Police Department's Recruitment Division at HPD NEXT or check online at Instagram at joinhpdct.
OTHER INFORMATION
City of Hartford Residency Affidavit :
In order to qualify for residency with the City of Hartford Human Resources Rules and Regulations, the City of Hartford requires that you provide irrefutable evidence to substantiate that at the date of your application for employment you are domiciled in the City of Hartford. For the purpose of this Request, "
DOMICILED
" is defined to be "that place where an individual has his/her true, fixed and permanent home, where he or she normally eats and sleeps and maintains his or her normal personal and household effects." You are required to complete and submit the Residency Affidavit at the time of your application for employment. You must also be prepared to submit any additional documentation, as the Director of Human Resources may require. This information will be subject to verification during the background investigation.
NOTICE:
The Applicant bears the burden to show Legal Domicile. Any false or misleading statements/submissions will result in immediate disqualification or dismissal.
Veteran's Preference:
Preferential Points may be given to Eligible Veterans. Must submit a Veteran's Preference Form , along with a DD-214 and Disability letter (if applicable) from the Office of Veteran's Affairs.
NOTICE:
The Human Resources Department provides reasonable accommodation to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). If you need an accommodation in the application or testing process, please contact the Human Resources Department.