Town of Smyrna Police Department
TOWN OF SMYRNA POLICE DEPARTMENT
NORMAN E. WOOD ● CHIEF OF POLICE
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.
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
STARTING RECRUIT PAY:$48,160.32
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 to40 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
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.
Any questions, please contact Kelly S. Cykosky @ (302) 223-7032.
The Smyrna Police Department is an equal opportunity employer.
325 West Glenwood Avenue, Smyrna, DE 19977 ● PHONE (302) 653-9217 ● FAX (302) 653-3491