What Derby PD pays
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$87,131
Posting · verified Oct 1, 2026Lateral start
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Not publishedTracked since Oct 1, 2026. We keep every figure a posting has ever stated, so changes show here.
Rank 3 of 5 Waterbury Area departments with published starting pay. Compare all
Open jobs at Derby PD
Certified Police Officer
Derby, CTContinuous$70,408startingEntry-Level Police Officer
Derby, CTContinuousNot published
Requirements
From the department's postings- Certification required to applyYes
- Takes out-of-state lateralsYes
- Lateral termsCertified applicants must be Connecticut P.O.S.T.C certified police officers with a minimum of two (2) continuous years of experience (must be off Field Training for 2 years) in good standing with their current department.
- Lateral experience required2 years
- Schedule4-2 schedule
- PensionCMERS Tier B State Pension Plan; 50% of best three years at full retirement at 25 years of service or age 55
- Minimum age21
- EducationHigh school or GED
How Derby PD compares nearby
All 13 Waterbury Area agencies| Department | Status | Starting pay | vs Derby | Bonus | Miles |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derby PD | Hiring | $70,408 | — | None | |
| Ansonia PD | Hiring | Not published | — | None | |
| Shelton PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Woodbridge PD | Hiring | $69,004 | −$1,404 | None | |
| Seymour PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None | |
| Monroe PD | Not posting | Not published | — | None |
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