Fairfield Police Department Launches Recruitment Drive To Hire Officers

FAIRFIELD, CT — The Fairfield Police Department is looking for a few of the Finest to join its ranks.

"We are looking for motivated, community minded individuals who want to make a difference and serve with professionalism, integrity, pride, and teamwork," Officials wrote this week in a statement. Employment information can be found here.

The Fairfield Force has 117 Sworn Police Officers, and "approximately 100 authorized Special Agents, 15 Telecommunicators, 4 Animal Control Officers, 7 Marina Guards, 6 full-time and several part-time civilian personnel."

How many officers the department intends to hire was not disclosed.

Annual salary for an entry-level officer in Fairfield is between $75,241 and $91,941, depending on experience.

How to apply:

Step 1:
Register for the CPCA Written Exam at PoliceApp.com.

• Exams are hosted on various dates and locations across Connecticut.

• You must score 75% or higher before applying.

Step 2:
Obtain your current C.H.I.P card at the 40th percentile or above.

• No current card? Schedule and pass your physical agility test as soon as possible.

Step 3:
Top scorers are invited to Fairfield for the Oral Board Examination.

• Not all candidates with 75% advance; the cutoff score could be higher if necessary.

"All testing requirements must be completed prior to applying," officials said. "The application deadline is October 9th, 2026."

For more information and to apply, visit FPDCT.com/apply or PoliceApp.com.

Questions? Email policerecruitment@fairfieldct.org.