Police Officer

Now Hiring Certified and Non-Certified Applicants It is the mission of the Dagsboro Police Department to proudly serve the community by protecting the life and property of its citizens, enforcing the law, placing public safety as our top priority and working in partnership with the public to enhance the quality of life and nurture public trust by holding ourselves to the highest standards of performance and ethics. Benefits of Joining Dagsboro Police Department Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package Dagsboro Police Department provides a competitive compensation package that includes: Non-certified: $60,000 upon completing of training. Certified: Salary dependent on qualifications and years of service (up to $71,614) Take-Home Patrol Vehicle Healthcare: 100% employee medical insurance, low-cost Dental and Vision Leave Benefits: Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and compensatory time. Overtime Opportunities: Various opportunities for special duty assignments with increased pay. Shift Schedule: 10-hour shifts. Retirement Plan: 20-Year Pension and Retirement benefits via the State Municipal Police Pension. Education: 100% reimbursement for two Bachelor courses or one Masters course per semester at a Delaware college or university through Delaware Criminal Justice Council upon acceptance. Uniforms, weapons, and all equipment provided Facial hair and tattoos permissible by policy Essential Qualifications for the Dagsboro Police Department Candidates Prospective applicants must meet the following qualifications: U.S. Citizenship: All candidates must be U.S. citizens. Character: Candidates must have strong work ethic, good judgement, and sound moral character. Age: Applicants must be 21 years old by the time they complete the academy. Driver’s License: Possession of a valid drivers license (not suspended, revoked or cancelled, or disqualified from driving). Vision: Minimum uncorrected vision not greater then 20/200 in each eye and correctable with lenses Io 20/20 in each eye. Able to distinguish between the colors of red, green, and amber. Education: High school diploma or GED Background Check: Candidates for this position will be subject to a physical fitness test, awritten examintion, a panel interview, a background investigation, a pre-employment physical, drug testing, and psychological testing. #J-18808-Ljbffr All-Star Talent