Police Officer

Now Hiring Certified and Non-Certified Applicants

The Dagsboro Police Department is seeking motivated, ethical, and community-focused individuals to join our team.

It is the mission of the Dagsboro Police Department to proudly serve the community by protecting life and property, enforcing the law, prioritizing public safety, and working in partnership with the public to enhance quality of life while maintaining the highest standards of performance and ethics.

We are a Delaware Accredited Police Agency committed to professionalism and excellence.

Compensation & Benefits

The Dagsboro Police Department offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package:

Salary

• Non-Certified Officers: $60,000 during training and upon successful completion of academy training
• Certified Officers: Salary based on qualifications and years of service (up to $71,614)

Additional Benefits

• Take-home patrol vehicle
• 100% employer-paid medical insurance (employee coverage)
• Low-cost dental and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, and compensatory time
• Overtime opportunities and special duty assignments at increased pay rates
• 10-hour shift schedule
• 20-Year Pension through the State Municipal Police Pension Plan
• 100% tuition reimbursement for:
• Two Bachelor-level courses OR
• One Master’s-level course per semester

(at a Delaware college/university through the Delaware Criminal Justice Council, upon acceptance)

• Uniforms, weapons, and all duty equipment provided
• Facial hair and tattoos permitted in accordance with department policy

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

• U.S. Citizen
• At least 21 years of age by completion of the police academy
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license (not suspended, revoked, canceled, or disqualified)
• Strong work ethic, sound judgment, and good moral character
• Vision requirements:
• Uncorrected vision no worse than 20/200 in each eye
• Correctable to 20/20 in each eye
• Ability to distinguish red, green, and amber

Selection Process

All candidates must successfully complete:

• Physical fitness test
• Written examination
• Panel interview
• Comprehensive background investigation
• Pre-employment physical
• Drug screening
• Psychological evaluation

Join Our Team

If you are dedicated to serving your community and committed to professional law enforcement standards, we encourage you to apply.

Apply today to begin your career with the Dagsboro Police Department.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $71,614.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person