Join the Delaware Police Departments

The Newark Police Department exists to preserve life and property, to enforce the law, to solve community problems, and to protect the right of all citizens to live in a safe, peaceful environment.

Benefits of Joining Newark Police Department

Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package

NPD provides a competitive compensation package that includes:

Salary: $70,000 throughout academy and first year of service
Starting salary up to $95,000 with prior sworn police service. Could start at $70,000
Hiring Bonus: $10,000 for Entry Level and $20,000 for Certified Police Officers
Healthcare: Comprehensive medical, dental insurance, vision coverage free for the employee.
Leave Benefits: Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays. Comp time, essential personnel time.
Take-Home Vehicle: Officers may benefit from the take-home vehicle policy. 25 mile radius, but you can live out of state and still take your car home.
Overtime Opportunities: Additional earnings through overtime work.
Shift Schedule: modified ten hour shift schedule, working a combination of both eight and ten hour shifts. They work a five week schedule and rotate between day, evening, and night shifts.
Retirement Plan: Retirement benefits at 20 years of service via the State Municipal Police Pension. Option to buy up to 5 years of prior police service.
Gym membership reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement
Annual Education Incentive After 3 years of Service: Bachelors $1000, Advanced Degree $1250

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Qualifications

Essential Qualifications for Newark Police Department Candidates

Prospective applicants must meet the following qualifications:

U.S. Citizenship: All candidates must be U.S. citizens.
College Credit or other options:
Age: Applicants must be 21 years old by the time of hire.
Examinations: A physical fitness test and a written exam must be successfully passed.
Background Check: A comprehensive background investigation is required.
Medical and Psychological Assessments: Candidates must pass medical and psychological evaluations to ensure they are fit for duty.

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Newark PD

Newark PD

Now Hiring Certified and Non-Certified Applicants

Certified applicants do not have to do the structured oral interview

Case by case basis in terms of academy - information is on joinnewarkpd.com

Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package

Essential Qualifications for Newark Police Department Candidates

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