The application process is CLOSED!
The next application process will take place in 2010.
All request for applications will be denied.
All Testing is in accordance with Civil Service procedures.
The City of Johnstown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
The City of Johnstown uses Civil Service Testing procedures and once the procedure is complete, a ranking will be complied of those who have passed all the phases of the testing procedures for a two year period.
Individuals who have taken the Civil Service test previously will be required to re-apply and repeat the entire application process to be considered for employment
Individuals MUST PASS a physical agility test prior to taking the written test.
Individuals who pass the agility test then MUST PASS all four phases of the Written Civil Service Test
The testing process consist of a Physical Agility Exam, Written Exam, Oral Exam, Background Investigation, Medical Exam and a Psychological Exam.
Successful completion off all parts are required for employment.
We do not accept lateral transfers and all applicants must go through the same testing process.
Click Here for the results of the testing from June 21, 2008, it is in a PDF format.
Click Here for the results of the Oral Examination 2008 held on Aug. 21 & 22, 2008
Some requirements for Police Officer are as follows:
Must have a valid PA operators license or obtain one upon being hired.
Must be a high school graduate.
Must not been convicted of any felony.
Must be of good moral character.
Preference points are given for Military Veterans.
Current base salaries as of 2008.
1st year patrol officer-$32,823.69
4th year patrol officer-$39,848.90 |
Medical benefits paid by the City for Employee and Dependant's:
Highmark PPO Blue , Eye Care, Dental, and prescriptions $10 for generic and $20 for brand names. |
| Annual uniform allowance $500 |
11 paid holidays |
| Longevity pay |
13 sick days a year with unlimited accumulation. |
| Sick leave incentives for using less than 3 days a year |
Educational bonus ( varies for Associate and Bachelor degrees) |
| Paid vacation up to 28 days |
Four and two work schedule ( work four 8 hour days and off two days) |
Assignments include:
Patrol, K9, Motorcycles, Bicycle, SERT, CIT, Detectives and Narcotics. |
