Police Officer - Entry Level Patrol Officer

Salary Range $69,154.56 - $82,613.65*

Job Description: Under the supervision of ranking officers, police officers protect life and property, enforce criminal and traffic laws and local ordinances, conduct investigations, and perform related work as required.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be 21 years of age by the end of the application period
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Must be a United States Citizen
• Must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent
• Must have the ability to speak, read and write the English language
• Must have the ability to pass a physical examination given by a physician, a physical fitness/agility examination, a written examination, an oral examination, a swim proficiency test, a drug screen, a psychological examination given by a psychological test center, and a comprehensive background investigation

Examination Weight: 60% Written / 40% Oral (The minimum passing score required on both examinations shall be 70 points. Candidates who are current East Providence residents may receive one point for each consecutive year of residency up to a maximum of five points. Candidates who are veterans of the Armed Services may receive four points, or five points for a post-9/11 veteran-candidate, up to a maximum of five points.)

For full details, and to apply, go to https://www.policeapp.com/Entry-Level-East-Providence-RI-Police-Officer-Jobs/1729/