Job Announcement:

 

Recruitment Notice

Town of Johnston, RI
Police Department

The Johnston Police Department is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Patrol Officer. Applications can be completed by visiting www.PoliceApp.com.

Persons seeking employment must meet the following criteria:

• Must be a US Citizen
• Possess a high school diploma or GED equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Minimum of 18 years of age
• Be of good physical and mental health
• Successfully pass a background check and all other phases/tests
• Submit a completed application and required documents

 

Salary/Benefits

• Patrol Officer 3rd Class (1st step) - $60,340.66 increasing to $61,547.47 as of 07/01/25
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Widow/Widower Healthcare
• Retirement (MERS)
• Paid Vacation/Personal Leave
• Education reimbursement (up to a Bachelor's Degree)
• Opportunity for Overtime & Detail Earnings
• Longevity Bonus
• Accreditation Bonus
• Professional Development Training Opportunities
• ... and more.

 

Selection process will entail the following phases:

1.  Application submission via www.policeapp.com

2. Physical Agility and Written Examination - scheduled through a Rhode Island Police Officers Commission of Standards and Training (POST) certified company. Click Here to access a POST Certified Company (The Johnston Police Department has no affiliation with the POST certified company)

3.  Interviews

4.  Comprehensive Background Investigation

5.  Medical Screening

6.  Psychological Examination

Failure to provide/submit any of the required listed information by the applicant may disqualify the candidate from any further consideration by the Johnston Police Department.

The Johnston Police Department Is An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please direct questions regarding this position to recruitment@johnstonpd.com