The East Hempfield Township Police Department is currently accepting resumes with cover letters from interested and qualified candidates for the position of Police Officer. Candidates are requested to submit their resume and cover letter to the attention of Chief Jennifer Brubaker. Documents can be dropped off at the police station Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:00pm, sent via mail, or sent via e-mail to: pohlem@ehpd.org .   

The deadline for receipt of resume and cover letter is March 27th at 4:00 p.m. 

All received resumes and cover letters will be reviewed. Those applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be sent instructions to apply by completing a personal history questionnaire, and submit additional documentation via the Guardian Alliance portal. Resumes received without a cover letter will be rejected.

If you have any questions or need additional information you may contact Lt. Matthew Pohle at (717) 898-3103 or via email at pohlem@ehpd.org

The EHTPD is seeking candidates who wish to enjoy a work environment dedicated to community service and law enforcement within a value guided police agency.  We are seeking motivated police officers who possess a strong drive for self-initiated police work while operating within a team-based environment.  We are only seeking proactive team players with a high desire to achieve and thrive professionally and on an individual basis.

GENERAL INFORMATION

The East Hempfield Township Police Department was formed in July 1963
and has grown to a current staff of 36 police officers and 4 civilian support employees. The department is responsible for a jurisdiction covering 21 square miles with 140 miles of roadway, and containing a population in excess of 26,000. The community is the third most populous of Lancaster County’s 60 municipalities, and consists of a mixture of residential, commercial, manufacturing, and agricultural areas. For more information go to:  www.easthempfield.org .

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

-Must be twenty-one (21) years of age or older

-Must be able to perform essential job functions and complete a competitive process including but not limited to oral interviews, physical and psychological examination, polygraph examination, and comprehensive background investigation.

-Must possess a high school diploma or GED Equivalency

-Must have a valid PA operator's license at the time of application deadline

-Must be legally eligible to work in the United States and provide proof of citizenship.

-Must meet or exceed all requirements and conditions for certification under MPOETC Act 120, the East Hempfield Township Police Department Police Officer Job Description, and the EHTPD Selection and Hiring policy.

     *Please do not apply unless you meet the above requirements. Requirements will not be waived.*

SELECTION PROCEDURE

• Proper submission and receipt of resume, cover letter, and subsequent application on Guardian Alliance portal
• Interview with Command Staff
• Polygraph examination 
• Background investigation 
• Medical evaluation 
• Drug screen
• Psychological evaluation
• Final selection will be made from any one of the top three candidates for each available position
• Veteran preference applied to candidates within the top three final of each available position
• Preference may be given to applicants with prior police officer experience and/or Act 120 certification 

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive salary as provided within the existing CBA (2024-2028)
  • 2026 starting pay: Act 120 certified -$78,206, w/out Act 120 - $68,206
  • 2026 top patrol officer pay: $108,490
  • 2028 top patrol officer pay: $115,097
• Will send qualified candidates for Act 120 training
• Life insurance, short and long-term disability insurance
• Health care benefits including medical, dental, prescription and vision
• Accredited agency
• Generous vacation, and holiday leave benefits 
• 12-hour shifts, work only 14 days per month
• Specialized units/assignments: Criminal Investigations, Drug Task Force, Crash Reconstruction, SRO, Selective Enforcement
• Educational reimbursement 
• Department issued uniforms, equipment, and yearly uniform allowance
• Defined benefit pension plan- superannuation retirement at 25 years and age 50 
• Post-retirement health benefit
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employer-sponsored Wellness Program
• On-site fitness facility

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

THE EAST HEMPFIELD TOWNSHIP POLICE DEPARTMENT PROVIDES EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES TO ALL EMPLOYEES AND APPLICANTS FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, PHYSICAL OR MENTAL DISABILITY, VETERAN STATUS, OR ANY OTHER STATUS PROTECTED BY STATE AND FEDERAL LAWS.