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Police Officer

City of Ocean View Police Department
Ocean, DE Full Time
POSTED ON 3/11/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/11/2025

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The Ocean View Police Department is committed to working in partnership with the Community, to improve the quality of life in the Town of Ocean View. The Department serves the people of Ocean View by fulfilling its obligations to the community in a manner consistent with the Law Enforcement Officer Code of Ethics. The Department protects the constitutionally guaranteed right of every person within its jurisdiction to be secure in their person and property, and to live in peace.

Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package

OVPD provides a competitive compensation package that includes:

  • Entry-Level Salary: $65,000 beginning the day you start the academy
  • Pay increase upon completion of field training post-academy
  • Lateral Transfer Salary: $65,000 - $104,00*
  • *Dependent upon prior experience
  • Healthcare: Comprehensive medical and dental insurance coverage.
  • Leave Benefits: Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
  • Take-Home Vehicle: Officers may benefit from the take-home vehicle policy.
  • Overtime Opportunities: Additional earnings through overtime work.
  • Shift Schedule: 12-hour shifts with every other weekend off.
  • Retirement Plan: Retirement benefits via the State Municipal Police Pension.
  • FOP Membership: Officers are part of the FOP Lodge 16

Essential Qualifications for Ocean View Police Department Candidates

Prospective applicants must meet the following qualifications:

  • * 21 Years of Age
  • * Vision Correctable to 20/20
  • * No Felony Convictions
  • * United States Citizen
  • * Valid Driver's License
  • * High School Diploma or GED

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $104,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 12 hour shift
  • Rotating shift

Work Location: In person

Salary : $65,000 - $104,000

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