<p> TOWN OF SMYRNA POLICE DEPARTMENT NORMAN E. WOOD ● CHIEF OF POLICE</p><p>The Town of Smyrna Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Police Recruit. We are looking for an individual with strong integrity and problem-solving skills to join our growing organization in this role. You will maintain order and protect life and property by enforcing local, state, and/or federal laws, in addition, you will patrol areas, direct traffic, issue traffic summonses, investigate accidents, apprehend and arrest suspects. </p><p>Police Officer Requirements:  High school diploma or equivalent;  College credit in criminal justice or related field preferred  Must be 21 years of age at time of employment and hold a valid driver’s license  Physically capable of performing duties (running, climbing, lifting and carrying heavy objects up to 50 pounds, subduing or restraining persons)  Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite  Must pass background check, medical and psychological exam, and drug screening  Excellent communication skills, including de-escalation techniques and crisis intervention</p><p>STARTING RECRUIT PAY: $48,160.32</p><p>Benefits . State of Delaware County and Municipal Pension Plan (as of January 1, 2016) . Uniforms provided and cleaned by the Town of Smyrna . Shoe allowance . Vacation and sick leave (12-24 days vacation, increases with time in service) . Longevity Pay . Paid Holidays . Shift Differential Pay . Court Pay/Stand by pay . Detective on call pay . Up to 40 hours vacation sell back (Yearly) . College tuition assistance . Blood bank membership . Deferred Compensation/Investment Plan . 12 hour shifts (Patrol) . Tax Deferred Medical/Child Care Program</p><p>To apply for this position, please visit: https://smyrna.delaware.gov/jobs.aspx. The deadline for applications to be submitted is 8 am on Monday, January 1, 2018. The written test and physical agility test will take place at Smyrna High School on Saturday, January 6, 2018.</p><p>Any questions, please contact Kelly S. Cykosky @ (302) 223-7032.</p><p>The Smyrna Police Department is an equal opportunity employer.</p><p>325 West Glenwood Avenue, Smyrna, DE 19977 ● PHONE (302) 653-9217 ● FAX (302) 653-3491</p>