Entry Level Police Officer

East Hampton, CT
East Hampton Police Department

Salary: $70,417.33

Closing Date: Nov 29, 2024

Position Summary:

This is a patrol police work position involving the responsibility for the protection of life and property; the prevention, detection and investigation of crime; and maintaining law and order. Assignments are received from superior officers and are carried out in accordance with established police rules and procedures. Police Officers must use their own judgment and act without supervision in meeting emergencies. Work is reviewed through reports, on-the-job inspection and observations of results obtained. Patrol police are required to carry out their duties under all conditions of weather. Hazards to personal safety arise from both personal, mechanical, natural sources and include possible loss of life.

Essential Functions:

  • Patrol an assigned area on foot or in a patrol car. Continuously check windows and doors of business establishments and of assigned private homes; investigate any suspicious activity or condition
  • Maintain continuous enforcement of motor vehicle laws, criminal statutes, and local ordinances
  • Assist stranded motorists, injured persons, and ill persons. Escort and guard payroll deliveries and tax deposits
  • Give information concerning street and building locations, routes, bus schedules, etc.
  • Investigate reports of wanted or missing persons or property
  • Conduct arrests, fingerprint and process suspects
  • Prepare written reports for the Prosecuting Attorney, presenting all of the facts pertaining to a particular crime
  • Testify in court and present evidence
  • Direct traffic at assigned area or as indicated and conduct parking enforcement
  • Prepare reports of all activities and complaints
  • Report unsafe and hazardous conditions while on patrol
  • Conduct accident investigations
  • Conduct public talks and before special interest groups to speak on various aspects of police work
  • Perform clerical duties
  • Respond to medical emergencies

Requirements:

  • Age: Twenty-one (21) years of age.
  • Education: High School or General Educational Development (“G.E.D.”) Diploma. Applicants with an Associate Degree or equivalency (60 credit hours) at an accredited college/university, with four years active military experience; or that are Connecticut certified police officers at the time of application are preferred. Candidates must provide a High School Diploma and, if applicable, a college/university transcript documenting the completion of an Associate Degree or credit hour equivalency, a copy of the DD214 form documenting four years of active military experience, or a copy of his/her current police certification with his/her application materials.
  • Driver’s License: Applicants must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and submit to a review of his/her driving history. An individual may not be considered for appointment if he or she has had a major violation conviction within a three year period; or suspension or revocation of a license for any reason in the past five years. A valid Connecticut Driver’s License is required at the time of appointment.
  • Residency Requirement: Candidates must be U.S. citizens and per the current Police Union Contract with the Town of East Hampton there is no residency requirement.
  • Physical Examination: CHIP card is not required for individuals who are currently certified police officers.
  • Drug Testing: Candidates shall be required to submit to a drug test as part of the preemployment medical examination. Applicants must complete the Drug Testing Supplement to the Employment Application. Failure to do so will automatically disqualify your application for the position.
  • Non-Smoking Requirement: Due to the physical demands of this position, the Town of East Hampton requires that all qualified candidates certify that they are non-smokers. Applicants must complete the Non-Smoking Statement as part of the application process and candidates must have refrained from smoking for the past six (6) months.
  • Body Art: As a condition of obtaining and continued employment with the Town of East Hampton Police Department, all Police Officers hired on or after April 1, 2017 shall adhere to standards regarding Body Art. Applicants must complete the Body Art Acknowledgement. Failure to do so will automatically disqualify your application for the position.
  • Character Requirement: Candidates must meet the highest legal and ethical standards. No applicant will be accepted with any drug related conviction, felony conviction, conviction for any Class A or Class B misdemeanor or any conviction for domestic violence. Candidates will undergo a rigorous background investigation, including a polygraph. An applicant may be disqualified for poor employment history, recent use of illegal drugs, or previously undetected criminal activity.