DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO PROTECT AND SERVE?

The Palmer Township (PA) Police Department is seeking applications for the position of Full-time Police Officer. 

Palmer Township is non-Civil Service.

Candidates must be Act 120 Certified, a US citizen, be at least 21 years of age, a High School graduate or possess a GED, and hold a valid PA Driver’s License, to submit an Application and Resume.

Candidates MUST pass a Polygraph Test before a thorough background check prior to being hired.

*NEW* for 2026 - 2030 Collective Bargaining Contract

$39.69 per hour starting rate with 3.5% yearly increase

- 3 Year Deferred Retirement Option Plan (D.R.O.P)

- ACT 49 / Military buy-back availability

- Increased Longevity pay after 5 years of Service

ALL equipment is provided

Applications can be obtained as follows:

1. At the Palmer Township Police Department

                     5 Weller Place, Palmer, PA 18045 

1.  Call (610) 253-5844 to have an application emailed.

2.  LINK: 2024_ppd_job_application.pdf

Deadline to submit Applications with Resumes:

Monday, January 5, 2026.

Palmer Township is an equal opportunity employer.