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
