Top 14 Police Jobs in York Pa

Police Officer (Entry and Lateral)
York City Police Department —York, PA
- $64,000 - $91,000 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Background check
- 5 years
- No experience needed
- Paid training
- Health savings account
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Supervisor, Police & Security
UPMC —York, PA
- $28.64 - $39.67 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Hospital
- BLS Certification
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
State Police Medical Officer
Commonwealth of PA —Hershey, PA
- $212,500 - $267,150 a year
- Full-time
- Medicine
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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Police Officer - Full Time
Upper Allen Township Police Department —Mechanicsburg, PA
- $66,736 - $72,562 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Police Officer
UPMC —Harrisburg, PA
- $25.73 - $35.38 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Hospital
- Customer service
- Paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
Deputy Sheriff (Multiple Vacancies)
Lancaster County, PA —Lancaster, PA
- $57,824 a year
- Overtime
- Clean driving record
- Pass drug screening
- English
Public Safety Dispatcher - Emergency Operations Center - Night
Wellspan Health —York, PA
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Computer literacy
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Police Department Secretary- Swatara Township
Swatara Township —Harrisburg, PA
- $23.56 - $24.52 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
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Police Officer - Part Time
UPMC —Hanover, PA
- $25.73 - $35.38 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospital
- Customer service
- 5 years
- Paid time off
Police Officer - Full Time
Susquehanna Area Regional Airport Authority —Middletown, PA
- From $28 an hour
- Rotating shift
- Psychiatry
- Word processing
- Computer literacy
- Wellness program
- Paid holidays
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Public Safety Police Sergeant - Franklin & Marshall College
Franklin & Marshall College —Lancaster, PA
- $54,000 - $60,000 a year
- 12 hour shift
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Metro Transit Police Officer
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority —United States
- Up to $91,906 a year
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Residential
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Police Officer (Entry and Lateral)

York City Police Department -
York, PA

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Job Details

Full-time
$64,000 - $91,000 a year

Benefits

Paid training
Health savings account
457(b)
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Pension plan
Uniform allowance
Parental leave
Dependent health insurance coverage
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Professional development assistance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED
Driver's License

Full Job Description

Entry Level and Lateral Police Officer

Are you ready for a career and not just another job?

The York City Police Department is currently accepting applications until 9/16/26 for the position of police officer to work in a fast paced and diverse environment.

Where do I sign up?

https://www.policeapp.com/Entry-Level-York-City-PA-Police-Officer-Jobs/3396/

We are now accepting Lateral Transfers with time credited for up to 5 years of verified municipal or state police service towards your starting pay.

2026 Starting Salary: $64,007

2026 Base Pay (5 Year Officer): $91,439

What are the minimum requirements to apply?

Must be a US citizen

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Must have a valid driver's license

Must be 21 years of age or older by the posting expiration date of September 16th, 2026

Must be able to perform the essential job functions of a Police Officer

What are the physical standards?

The PT standards can be found here: https://www.pa.gov/agencies/mpoetc/prospective-officers/basic-police-officer-training/physical-fitness

Do I need experience to apply to be an officer?

No experience required for this position.

Current Act 120 certification not required to apply for this position.

Act 120 certified candidates, out of state certified police officers, federal police, military police, or those who are enrolled in an academy are highly encouraged to apply as full and partial waivers are available.

Questions?

Contact:

Lt. Michael Meeker: [email protected]

Helen Parks (HR): [email protected]

Civil Service Announcement:

OPENING DATE:

08/03/2026

CLOSING DATE:

9/16/2026

PHYSICAL FITNESS TEST: 9/26/2026 0800 hours

WRITTEN TEST DATE: 9/26/2026 1200 hours

ORAL INTERVIEW EXAM: 9/27/2026

LOCATIONS: TBD

POSITION SUMMARY:

**This is not an application for employment.**

The City of York Civil Service Board oversees the examination process for the position of Police Officer. Once the examination process is complete, the City of York Civil Service Board presents passing candidates to the City for consideration of employment. The City of York Civil Service Board determines an applicant's eligibility for examination without regard to race, color, sex, creed, religion, national origin, and marital status.

Completion of this application does not guarantee any applicant an opportunity to examine, interview or employment. The City of York Civil Service Board predetermines eligibility criteria for examination.

The selection process will include a detailed review of your application packet and the successful completion of the Board's selection process which includes but may not be limited to the following:

- Written Examination -Passing Score 70%

- Oral Examination-Passing Score 70%

- Must Pass a Detailed Background Investigation, including a Computer Voice Stress Analysis (CVSA)or polygraph

- Must pass a Psychological Examination

- Must Pass a Medical Examination to include vision/hearing and drug testing

$50 application fee must be submitted prior to saving this application.

Job Description:

The Police Officer represents the front line where agency policies and plans are translated into action. This includes the prevention, detection, and suppression of crime, preservation of law and order, and the protection of life and property.

Police Officers professionally and efficiently deliver critical services to citizens whom they serve. Police Officers provide a full range of police service to the City of York. Police Officers are held directly responsible for handling law enforcement problems, calls for service, citizen requests, police-citizen relations, and police customer service issues.

Police Officers shall be responsible for the effective and efficient performance of their duties in conformity with the policies and procedures of the department.

What this career entails:

· Provide for public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations.

· Identify, pursue, and arrest suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.

· Patrol specific areas on foot, or motorized conveyance, responding promptly to calls

for assistance.

· Monitor, note, report, and investigate suspicious persons and situations, safety hazards, and unusual or illegal activity in patrol area.

· Record facts to prepare reports that document incidents and activities.

· Review facts of incidents to determine if criminal act or statute violations were involved.

· Render aid to accident victims and other people requiring first aid for physical injuries.

· Testify in court to present evidence or act as witness in traffic and criminal cases.

Why should I pick the York City Police Department?

Lateral officers will start at the listed rate based on their years of verified experience up to 5 years.

Base Officer Pay:

0 – 1 year of service:

2026: $64,007

1 year:

2026: $68,579

2 Years:

2026: $73,151

3 Years:

2026: $77,723

4 Years:

2026: $84,581

5 years:

2026: $91,439

+ ½ % Longevity for each year above 5 years of service w/ the City of York

Additional Overtime Opportunities Available!

Benefits:

· 12 Hour Permanent Shifts

· Generous Vacation, Sick, and Holiday Time

· Paid Training (Including full pay and benefits while you are in the academy)

· Health insurance includes dependent coverage

· Dental insurance

· Vision insurance

· Flexible spending account/Health Savings Account

· Employee assistance program

· Post-Retirement Healthcare for all dependents at a minimal cost

· 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan

· Pension Plan

· Life insurance

· Uniform Allowance

· Professional Development

· Tuition Reimbursement

Career Advancement

· Specialized Units

o Investigative Unit

o Violence Intervention Unit

o Air Support Unit (Drones)

o York County Quick Response Team

o York County Forensics Team

o Community Engagement

o School Resource/Juvenile Engagement Officer

o Special Operations (Drug Task Force, ATF, DEA, US Marshalls)

· Specialized Training

o Evidence Technician

o Bike Officer

o Motor Officer

o Crash Reconstruction

o Commercial Motor Vehicle

o Use of Force/Control Tactics Instructor

o Firearms Instructor

o Crisis Intervention Training

· Promotions

o Civil Service Positions (Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain)

o Additional Appointed Positions

Where do I sign up?

https://www.policeapp.com/Entry-Level-York-City-PA-Police-Officer-Jobs/3396/

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $64,000.00 - $91,000.00 per year

Benefits:

457(b)
Dental insurance
Dependent health insurance coverage
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Uniform allowance
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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Police Department Secretary- Swatara Township

Police Officer - Part Time

Police Officer - Full Time

Public Safety Police Sergeant - Franklin & Marshall College

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