Job Announcement:

JOB POSTING

The Borough of Naugatuck is currently seeking qualified applicants for the position of

Entry Level Police Officer 

CPCA TEST: Applicants must take and pass the Entry Level Police Officer Written Exam administered by the Connecticut Police Chiefs Association (CPCA) in order to apply. Applicants must have received a score of 70% or higher. 

The Borough of Naugatuck offers an excellent fringe benefits package including a defined contribution retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, health, dental, and vision insurance.  Preference points for Naugatuck residents, residents of adjoining towns and veterans will be awarded to those who qualify for such points. The current starting base salary for an entry level Naugatuck Police Officer is $68,664.00 ($70,381.00 beginning 7/1/2024) annually. 

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Be 21 years of age at time of appointment
• Be a U.S. Citizen
• Have a High School Diploma or GED
• Possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license
• Possess a valid CHIP card at a minimum 40th percentile ( To sign up for a CHIP TEST, go to https://www.certifyfit.com/chip-test/ )
• Candidates must successfully complete and pass a thorough background investigation, polygraph examination, psychological interview/test, and comprehensive medical examination including drug/alcohol screening.
• Ability to meet the requirements of the Naugatuck Police Department Policy & Procedure regarding Personal Appearance.

Failure to meet any of the above requirements will disqualify a candidate for employment as a Police Officer with the Borough of Naugatuck.  

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be completed online at www.PoliceApp.com/Naugatuck. Please send any questions to npdbackgrounds@naugatuckpd.org.

The Borough of Naugatuck is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination on any basis prohibited by law. 

Please direct questions regarding this position to npdbackgrounds@naugatuckpd.org