Certified Police Officer

The Town of Windsor is accepting applications for the position of:
 

Certified Police Officer

The Town of Windsor is accepting applications for the position of Certified Police Officer. 

The Town of Windsor is an organization made up of diverse individuals who are enthusiastic, creative, competent and trustworthy. We are committed to fulfilling our mission through use of best practices and quality service. Connecticut’s first town is strategically located on the beautiful Farmington and Connecticut Rivers between Hartford and Springfield, Massachusetts and is home to over 29,000 residents and a wide array of local and corporate businesses.

Our Department

The Windsor Police Department is comprised of approximately 65 employees; 52 sworn officers and 11 civilians and dispatchers. The community they serve is nearly 30 square miles. The Windsor Police Department is dedicated in their continuing efforts to work with the community, striving for a safe & healthy town for our citizens and guests. To find out more about our department visit our website at townofwindsorct.com/police/

Salary and Benefits

1. starting salary:  The starting salary range for Police Officer is $68,607 (current salary range is $68,607 - $91,042). Certified officers may start at the step that corresponds to their qualifications and years of experience.  We provide an excellent benefits package including a defined benefit pension plan through CMERS. Other benefits include:

• Choice of three health insurance plans through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield

• Generous vacation, sick, and holiday leave

• Short Term Disability Plan after 6 months of employment

• Town Paid term life insurance and optional life insurance after 6 months of employment

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Deferred Compensation Plan

Minimum Requirements

At date of hire the applicant must be a U.S. citizen, at least 21 years of age, have a valid driver’s license with a good driving record, a high school diploma or GED, and pass a criminal background check. Motivation, enthusiasm, and a commitment to the community are a must.

Criminal Convictions: Candidates must have no criminal record revealing any conviction, under federal or state law, or any felony, or any conviction of any Class A or Class B misdemeanor, or of any crime in any other jurisdiction that would if committed in this state, constitute a Class A or Class B misdemeanor, or any act which would constitute perjury or false statements. All other criminal records will be evaluated during the background investigation.

Connecticut Police Officers will be required to present a Connecticut State Certification Card and be in good standing with their department.

Out of State candidates must present their full Police Academy training records for review and be in good standing with their department.

Our Process

The hiring process has several phases. Each phase must be passed to move on to the next step. Generally, it includes the following:

1. Application* at https://townofwindsorct.com/human-resources/vacancies/

2. Wonderlic Personnel Test

3. Physical Agility (CHIP Test at 40%, must have valid CHIP card at the time of submitting your application:   http://www.chip-inc.com/chip/ , OR pass a physical agility test administered by the department prior to the oral board interview)
4. Oral Interview Panel
5. Background Investigation
6. Polygraph Examination
7. Psychological Evaluation
8. Physical Exam and Drug Screen
9. Interview with Chief of Police

*Applications will be reviewed and processed as they are received.  Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.

The Town of Windsor is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at all levels of the workforce. EOE/AA