What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer (Hartford Residents) position at The City of Hartford?
Description
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.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
AGE: Must be 21 years of age by the closing date and time of this posting.
CITIZENSHIP: Must be a Citizen of the United States. Proof of Citizenship must be submitted with your application. (Acceptable proof includes: US Government or State Government issued Certificate of Birth, Certificate of Citizenship, Naturalization Certificate, or valid US Passport).
EDUCATION: Must possess a High School Diploma from an accredited high school or GED from a state approved program. A copy of your High School Diploma, GED Certificate, or transcript must be submitted with your application.
DRIVER'S LICENSE: Must possess a valid driver's license. A copy of your valid Driver's License must be submitted with your application.
HARTFORD RESIDENCY REQUIRED: Must be a bona-fide resident of the City of Hartford at the time of application. A completed CITY OF HARTFORD RESIDENCY AFFIDAVIT including proof of residency as indicated on the Residency Affidavit document must be submitted. (Additional information regarding Residency Requirement found in "Other Information" below.)
Military Police experience may be applicable per Police Officer Standards and Training Council General Notices 20-05, 20-10. Please contact the Human Resources Department for further information.
APPLICATION FEE:
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: In order for your application to be accepted, a $35.00 Money Order or Certified Bank Check payable to the "City of Hartford" must be submitted with the application and received no later than the closing date and time of this posting. Be sure to write your name, address, and Position of "Police Officer" on the Money Order or Bank Check. Cash and/or Personal Checks will not be accepted. This fee is non-refundable.
TESTING
PHYSICAL AGILITY TESTING:
Date: TBD (Expected to be Mid-Late May)
The City will administer the Physical Agility Test. Candidates must pass the Physical Agility Test using the 40% Cooper Standards set by the Hartford Police Department to stay in the testing process. If selected, candidates must pass using the 40% Cooper Standards to enter the Academy. A City of Hartford Medical Approval Form, completed by your physician, must be submitted to the HR staff present at the Physical Agility Test in order to participate in the Physical Agility Test.
The City will accept CHIP Cards as part of your application. Should you not possess and submit a CHIP card to the Human Resources Office before the date of the Physical Agility Test, you will be required to participate in the Physical Agility Test administered by the City of Hartford. For more information on CHIP cards, visit www.certifyfit.com or call (203)-235-5865.
WRITTEN EXAMINATION:
Date: TBD (Expected to be Mid-Late May)
ORAL EXAMINATION:
Date: TBD (Expected to be Mid-Late May)
VERIFICATION
Other Information
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.
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@hartford.gov, or visit us on Instagram at hartfordctpolice_recruitment for updates and additional information.
Informational Session: For more information regarding the informational sessions, please contact the Hartford Police Department's Recruitment Division at JoinHPD@hartford.gov or check online at Instagram at hartfordctpolice_recruitment.
OTHER INFORMATION
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:
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.
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