What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer position at Huntingdon Borough Police Department?
The Huntingdon Borough Police Department will be conducting a Civil Service Exam for the position of Police Officer. This process is for PA ACT 120 or equivalent certified individuals.
Applications will be available beginning January 22, 2025 at:
Huntingdon Borough Police Department
530 Washington St, Huntingdon, PA 16652
814-643-3960
or requested by email:
huntingdonpdcstreightiff@gmail.com
All applications must be returned by 4pm on February 21, 2025
If using USPS or delivering in person, applications must be in a sealed envelope marked to attention of:
Chief of Police, Charles T. Streightiff
If returning by email, please use: huntingdonpdcstreightiff@gmail.com.
Use POLICE APPLICATION in the subject line.
Written Exam and PT Test to be administered on March 8, 2025
Written Exam will begin at 9am at the Huntingdon Borough Police Department
PT Test will begin at 1pm at a location TBD
Benefits
- $62,566 - $71,186 Starting Salary
- Starting salary based on prior police experience
- MPOETC Certification or equivalent required
- 8 days on - 6 days off (10 hour work days)
- 120 hours of annual sick leave
- 40 hours of vacation time after one year of service (Increases with years of service)
- 3 personal days per year / 8 paid holidays per year
- Compensation for College Credits (60 max)
- Shift Differential Pay
- Uniform Allowance - $900 per year
- Overtime
- Special Assignments
- 25 year retirement - with Health Care Package
- Medical/Dental/Vision
All questions concerning this process or for information concerning the Huntingdon Borough Police Department, please contact Chief Charles T. Streightiff at huntingdonpdcstreightiff@gmail.com
Responsibilities
- Enforce laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order.
- Write detailed reports on incidents, arrests, and investigations.
- Manage conflicts and de-escalate potentially dangerous situations.
- Conduct surveillance and gather evidence for criminal investigations.
- Provide first aid and CPR in emergency situations.
- Drive patrol vehicles safely while monitoring assigned areas.
- Collaborate with other law enforcement agencies as needed.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $62,566.00 - $71,186.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- Overtime
License/Certification:
- PA ACT 120 OR EQUIVALENT CERTIFICATION (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $62,566 - $71,186