Full Time Police Officer – Westtown-East Goshen Regional Police Department, Chester County, PA

The Westtown-East Goshen Regional Police Department is currently accepting resumes for the position of a full-time police officer.  This accredited police department is located just south of West Chester, PA and serves Westtown and East Goshen Townships.  The agency serves approximately 30,000 residents spanning approximately 19 square miles.

Salary and Benefits:

1. Starting salary of $78,222.89 with less than 1-year prior law enforcement experience.
   • $84,740.38 with 1-year prior law enforcement experience.
   • $91,258.87 with 2 years prior law enforcement experience.
   • $97,777.36 with 3 years or more prior law enforcement experience.
   • Top patrol officer salary after completing 6 years $130,369.81 (2026)
2. Medical benefits; including dental, vision, and prescription.
3. Life, Short-term, and Long-term disability insurance policies.
4. College incentives and reimbursements.
5. Paid leave including vacation, personal, sick, and holiday.
6. Gym membership reimbursement
7. Uniform and equipment provided with additional shoe and cleaning allowances.
8. Defined Benefit Pension plan.
9. Agency contribution of 1.5 % to 457K plan.
10. Future opportunities for specialty units include: Criminal Investigation Division, Traffic Safety Unit, School Resource Officer, Drone Pilot, Bicycle Unit, Firearms Instructor, Community Services, West Chester Regional Emergency Response Team.

Applicants must meet the following minimum qualifications/requirements:

1. Be at least 21 years of age at time of application.
2. MPOETC Act 120 certified.
3. Possess a high school diploma or GED certificate.
4. Be a citizen of the United States.
5. Possess a valid driver’s license.
6. Be medically and physically capable of performing the essential duties of the position.

Selection Process will require successful completion of:

1. Proper submission of resume, which must specifically contain information indicating compliance with the above specified qualifications/requirements.
2. Written examination
3. Physical agility test.
4. Oral board
5. Extensive background/criminal history investigation.
6. Polygraph examination.
7. Medical and psychological examinations.
8. Drug screening.
9. Credit check.

Resumes may be submitted in person or mailed to 1041 Wilmington Pike, West Chester, PA 19382 

Deadline for submission: January 30, 2026, at 4:00PM.