Employment Opportunities
Full-Time Police Officer– Selinsgrove Borough, Snyder County, Pennsylvania
The Borough of Selinsgrove (Snyder County), is seeking qualified, motivated individuals to join the Selinsgrove Police Department as a Full-Time Police Officer.
Selinsgrove is a vibrant central Pennsylvania borough with a population of approximately 5,654 and is home to Susquehanna University and the Selinsgrove Area School District. This is an opportunity to serve in a close-knit borough where officers make a direct and meaningful impact while working in a professional, team-oriented environment.
Why Join Selinsgrove PD?
- Starting salary: $61,000, with scheduled increases to $81,000 within five (5) years, per the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA)
- 10-hour shifts supporting work-life balance
- Exceptional benefits package (medical, dental, vision, and retirement)
- Overtime opportunities available
- Small department setting – 5 patrol officers + Chief
- Strong commitment to community-oriented policing
Position Overview
Officers perform a full range of law enforcement duties as assigned by the Chief of Police. The ideal candidate is professional, ethical, self-motivated, and committed to serving the community with integrity. All new hires are subject to a one (1) year probationary period.
Minimum Qualifications
- Be at least twenty-one (21) years of age or older at the time of application
- Possess a high school diploma or GED
- Hold a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license
- Be Act 120 certified through MPOETC (or equivalent certification)
Selection Process
Candidates must complete:
- Written examination
- Physical agility test
- Oral interview
- Comprehensive background investigation
- Medical examination, including drug screening
Preference may be given to candidates with a college degree and/or prior law enforcement or military experience; however, such experience is not required.
Application Process
Applicants must submit the following:
- Completed Borough of Selinsgrove employment application (available online or at the Borough Office)
- Resume
- Three (3) professional references
Submit all materials to:
Lauren Martz, Borough Manager
Borough of Selinsgrove
One North High Street
P.O. Box 34
Selinsgrove, PA 17870.
Application Deadline:
All application materials must be received by 4:00 PM on Friday, May 22, 2026
Important:
Envelopes must be clearly marked:
“Selinsgrove Police Officer Application”
Selinsgrove Borough is an Equal Opportunity Employer
