Job Announcement:

POLICE OFFICER

TOWN OF NEW MILFORD                                                  

The New Milford Police Department is seeking candidates for the position of Police Officer. Salary will be in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement. Benefits included. H.S. Diploma or GED required. CPCA Certified Police Officer Written test. For further testing details; visit www.policeApp.com. Applications accepted from Friday November 8th until December 31st, 2024.  Application required through Policeapp.com

See job description below.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Police Department Police Officer / Union – Non-Exempt

General Statement of Duties:

Performs duties as a police officer.  Responsible for the protection of life, property, and crime prevention. Apprehend criminals, provide general public service and enforcement of laws and ordinances.  Must be able to act without direct supervision and exercise independent judgment in meeting emergencies and enforcing laws.  Follow Departmental rules and regulations. Assignments and instructions are received from a Supervisory Officer who reviews work methods and results through reports, personal inspection and discussion.

Supervision Received:

Works under the supervision of the Chief of Police, or the designee, which shall be either Captain, Lieutenant or Sergeant.

General Duties for the Police Department:

• Patrol a designated area of the Town to preserve the peace, prevent criminal operations and enforce traffic regulations.
• Perform routine patrol, preliminary investigations and enforce traffic regulations in cruiser cars, motorcycles, on bicycle patrol or on foot as assigned.
• May be assigned to work at Headquarters on special assignments.
• Respond to assignments and complaints involving crimes of drunkenness, domestic disputes, automobile accidents and other misdemeanors and felonies; attend accident scenes and other events inherent with danger.
• Administer first aid as necessary.
• Conduct preliminary investigations; gather, protect and transport physical evidence; locate witnesses; make arrests; prepare and submit detailed and understandable written reports.
• Investigate complaints, interview complainants and take appropriate enforcement or reporting action or direct them to proper authorities to make a report.
• Enforce traffic and parking regulations; direct traffic and investigate and prepare detailed reports of traffic accidents.
• Prepare evidence to substantiate issuance of criminal complaints; serve criminal processes, including warrants and subpoenas; testify as a witness in court; may occasionally appear at and testify in civil court.
• May perform a variety of specialized tasks in such areas as plain-clothes investigative work, communications, records, personnel, training and automotive maintenance as directed.
• Perform related work as required.

Knowledge, Skills and Ability:

• Ability to satisfactorily complete a 14-week Field Training Program and successfully meet P.O.S.T. and New Milford Police Department standards to work as a Police Officer.
• Ability to handle situations firmly, courteously, tactfully and with respect for the rights of others, while exercising considerable discretion.
• Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively and to determine proper course of action according to law, departmental policy and common sense.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to meet the physical and mental requirements established by the Town.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and the public.
• Demonstrated general intelligence and emotional stability.
• Ability to maintain a regular and predictable attendance on a full time basis.
• Ability to learn and adapt to changing work conditions as needed.
• Ability to qualify with firearms and other offensive and defensive weapons.
• Ability to use physical force, when necessary, to control and arrest violent and non-violent offenders.
• Ability to maintain the confidence and trust of peers, superiors and the general public.
• Ability to subordinate personal preferences to the lawful directives of management.
• Ability to drive emergency vehicles safely under stressful conditions.

Education, Training and Experience:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must possess a High School Diploma or G.E.D. A Bachelor’s degree in Police Science, Criminal Justice, Legal Studies, or a related field preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Selection process includes a written test, oral interviews, polygraph examination, psychological examination, medical examination, and background investigation and must pass all successfully.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Connecticut driver’s license.
• Must be a Connecticut resident upon appointment.
• Must reside within 40 miles of the Police Department at time of appointment.
• Must successfully complete a 1 year probationary period with the New Milford Police Department.

(The above description lists only those job duties necessary for salary evaluation and does not include each and every job duty requirement.)

The Town of New Milford is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Agility testing for certified officers is at discretion of Chief.  Applicants who hold a police certification from a state other than Connectciut, please contact Lieutenant Lafond the following email mlafond@newmilfordpolice.org. 

Applicants are required to complete both a Town of New Milford Employment Application and a application through PoliceApp.com.

Applicants should download, complete and upload their completed Town of New Milford Employment Application through PoliceApp.

There is a charge to cover processing fees. Women, minorities and POSTC certified officers encouraged to apply. EOE 

All inquiries should be directed to:

Personnel Department
Town of New Milford
10 Main Street
New Milford, CT 06776

Please direct questions regarding this position to mlafond@newmilfordpolice.org