Monroe Police Department Looks To Add Officers To Its Ranks

MONROE, CT — The Monroe Police Department is currently hiring certified officers, according to a post on the department's Facebook page.

The position, which is advertised on PoliceApp.com, has a salary range of $63,038 – $79,688 depending upon experience and other criteria.

The minimum qualifications for a certified police applicant are:

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Must have completed 2 years of service, post FTO with current department
• Must be 21 years of age and able to obtain Connecticut Driver’s license
• U.S. citizen with a high school diploma or equivalency
• No felony or Class A / B misdemeanor convictions
• Must pass CPCA written examination
• CHIP card requirement can be obtained through the department after application submission
• Must maintain a personal residence within 20-mile radius of Police Headquarters after hire

Additionally, the applicant must not:

• Have been dishonorably discharged from the military service.
• Have been terminated for cause from any department of local, state or federal government.
• Have tattoos on the face, head, hand, mouth or neck. Additional exposed tattoos subject to department policy review.

The application process will close on Feb. 20, 2023.