POLICE OFFICER

Amity Township is accepting applications for a full-time police officer.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS: 

  • Minimum age 21, good physical condition, high school graduate (or equivalent).
  • Applicants must have completed the Municipal Police Officer Education and Training Commission Certification (Act 120)
  • Must possess a valid Pennsylvania Driver’s License
  • Must be physically and mentally fit to perform the full duties of a police officer, as defined by the Municipal Police Officer Education and Training Commission

Excellent benefits package to include:

  • Starting salary $74,123 to $105,890, depending upon experience
  • Longevity after 4 years of service
  • 12-hour shifts
  • Holiday pay
  • Medical, Dental and Life Insurance

The hiring process will consist of the following:

Oral Exam

  • A select number of applicants will be notified of dates and times of their interview(s)
  • Each applicant will be scored to include Veteran’s Points, if applicable
  • A hiring list will be established, with the top ranked applicant proceeding to the background process

Background process will include credit/reference checks, to include a polygraph exam

Applications can be obtained in person at the Amity Township Police Department or here: Employment Application

  • Applications along with resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.
  • Amity Township is an equal opportunity employer

Any questions can be directed to: Chief Jeffrey Smith (610) 953-0031 or  jsmith@amitypd.org