Lateral / certified officer · Posted Oct 1, 2026
Certified Police Officer (Out-of-State)
Pay
$72,477
Closes
ContinuousContinuous
Bonus
$5,000After Completion of Probationary Period
Laterals
Out-of-state OKLateral start $72,477Applicants must have a current police certification that meets POSTC Comparative Certification requirements. A minimum score of 40% on the CHIP Test and a minimum passing score of 75% on the CPCA Entry Level Written Exam are required prior to applying.
In the posting's words
The sentences our figures come from.Salary Range $72,477 (Step 2 upon hire) to $96,936 (at Step 5)Salary Range $72,477 (Step 2 upon hire) to $96,936 (at Step 5)Salary Range $72,477 (Step 2 upon hire) to $96,936 (at Step 5)Salary Range $72,477 (Step 2 upon hire) to $96,936 (at Step 5)$5,000.00 Sign-on Bonus After Completion of Probationary Period$5,000.00 Sign-on Bonus After Completion of Probationary Period$5,000.00 Sign-on Bonus After Completion of Probationary PeriodApplicants must be a U.S Citizen, at least 21 years of age, and have a high school or equivalent degree.Applicants must be a U.S Citizen, at least 21 years of age, and have a high school or equivalent degree.Applicants must have a current police certification that meets POSTC Comparative Certification requirements.The New Canaan Police Department is an internationally accredited agency that is currently accepting applications for the position of full-time certified Police Officer.Applicants must have a current police certification that meets POSTC Comparative Certification requirements. A minimum score of 40% on the CHIP Test and a minimum passing score of 75% on the CPCA Entry Level Written Exam are required prior to applying.Defined Benefit PensionThis recruitment process will remain open until all positions are filled or at the discretion of the Chief of Police.The posting
From llm board · read Oct 1, 2026 · originalOUT-OF-STATE CERTIFIED POLICE OFFICER
The New Canaan Police Department is an internationally accredited agency that is currently
accepting applications for the position of full-time certified Police Officer. Applicants must be a
U.S Citizen, at least 21 years of age, and have a high school or equivalent degree. Applicants
must have a current police certification that meets POSTC Comparative Certification
requirements. A minimum score of 40% on the CHIP Test and a minimum passing score of 75%
on the CPCA Entry Level Written Exam are required prior to applying. Potential candidates will
be required to complete and successfully pass a peer interview, polygraph examination, Police
Commission interview, psychological evaluation, medical examination and a thorough
background investigation. A competitive wage and benefits package will be offered in
accordance with the current labor contract. Applicants must go to www.policeapp.com to
apply. This recruitment process will remain open until all positions are filled or at the
discretion of the Chief of Police. Any questions should be directed to Sgt. Brian Mitchell at
brian.mitchell@newcanaanct.gov or 203-594-3506. Veterans, women and minorities are strongly
encouraged to apply. The New Canaan Police Department is an Equal Opportunity
Employer (EOE).
Benefits
• Salary Range $72,477 (Step 2 upon hire) to $96,936 (at Step 5)
• $5,000.00 Sign-on Bonus After Completion of Probationary Period
• Extra Duty Rate of $85/hour
• Defined Benefit Pension
• Military Buyback of up to 4 years for Pension
• Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance
• Up to 24 Days Paid Vacation per year
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Evening and Night Shift Differential
• Education and First Responder Stipends
• College Tuition Reimbursement
• Uniform & Equipment Purchase Allowance
• Uniform Cleaning Allowance
Disqualifiers
• Any Felony Convictions
• Any Conviction of a Class A or Class B Misdemeanor (under CT Law or in any other jurisdiction
that if committed in this state, would constitute a Class A or B misdemeanor.)
• Conviction of any act which would constitute perjury or false statement
• Conviction for any domestic violence related misdemeanor crime.
• Applicant must not have been dismissed from any law enforcement unit for malfeasance or
other serious misconduct.
• Applicant must not have resigned or retired from any law enforcement position while under
investigation for any malfeasance or misconduct.
Career Opportunities
• Special Response Team
• School Resource Officer
• Police Bike Patrol
• Police Motorcycle Patrol
• Accident Reconstruction Team
• K-9
• Community Impact Officer
• Field Training Officer
• Detective Bureau
About New Canaan PD
Full department page- Starting pay$69,426
- Top of scale$96,936
- Sworn officers (2025)50
- Open jobs3
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