Come Join the JTPD Family!!!
Come Join the JTPD Family!!
The Borough of Jim Thorpe will be accepting applications to establish a civil service list through civil service testing for the position of full-time Police Officer for the Jim Thorpe Police Department. The applicant must be ACT 120 certified to apply for this position. Applications may be obtained at the Borough/Police Office, 101 East Tenth Street, Jim Thorpe Pa 18229, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:30am to 4:00pm or on the Jim Thorpe Police Department's website page. There will be a $50.00 (non-refundable) application fee due with the returned application. Applications must be returned in person. EOE
REQUIREMENTS
- 21 Years of Age
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License
- Current Act 120 Certification with Certification Exam
BENEFITS
- Competitive pay
- Premium rate (shift pay) and call out rate
- Medical benefits
- Paid vacation after 1 year of service
- 10 paid holidays and 4 personal days after 1 year of service
- Uniforms and equipment provided
- Annual longevity benefits
- Pension after 25 years of service
- DROP Program
Additional employment questions can be directed to the Chief of Police @ (570)325-4995 x322