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Newport, City of Police Officer in Newport, Rhode Island
The City of Newport, Rhode Island is accepting applications for the position of Entry-Level Police Officers. *The Newport Police Department is dedicated to working in partnership with the community to improve the quality of life in our neighborhoods. Through community policing, we want to be a reflection of the residents we serve. This application period is open until *Tuesday, February 4, 2025.
The Newport Police Department is a proud partner of the 30x30 Initiative. We pledge to improve the representation and experiences of women in sworn positions of all ranks, with a goal of achieving 30% female officer representation by 2030.
SALARY: Police Officer Recruitwhile attending RI Municipal Police Academy: $1,000 per week Probationary Police Officer: $58,683 per year* Permanent Police Officer: $63,080 - $78,365*per year
*MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: *You must be at least 21 years of age or older by Tuesday, February 4, 2025. Must be a high school graduate or possess a General Education Diploma (GED). Applicants claiming veteran's preference must present a DD-214 separation form. Must possess a valid driver's license. Must be a United States Citizen or authorized to work in the United States. Must pass the Physical Fitness and Written tests provided by Fit2ServeRI.
**There is no requirement to be a resident of the City of Newport or State of Rhode Island resident.
You must submit your driver's license, birth certificate, high school diploma or GED, and Fit2Serve certifications with your application athttps://www.policeapp.com/Newport-RI-Police-Department/354/
The City of Newport provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex, race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. **