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Probationary Police Officer - Exam Notice

Upper St. Clair, Pennsylvania

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Seniority
Mid level
Stated salary
$123,281 per year
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
30 Sept 2026

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the posting

The Upper St. Clair Police Department is currently seeking applicants for the position of full-time Probationary Police Officer.

The Township of Upper St. Clair is a 10.5 sq. mile community located 10 miles southwest of the City of Pittsburgh. The Township has received national recognition as one of the top ten safest communities compared with others of similar populations in the United States. Our Department serves a residential population of 21,100 and covers numerous businesses, including a regional mall.

Benefits include:

Top patrol officer salary after 5 years of $123,281 (Contract expires 12/31/28)

Excellent medical benefits (Highmark Performance Blue or UPMC)

Full retirement at 54 years old after 25 years of service

Patrol currently works 12-hour shifts

Every other weekend off

Free membership to the Upper St. Clair Community & Recreation Center

On-site fitness facility

Longevity, paid holidays, and overtime opportunities

30-month DROP

Generous paid time off

Modern police facility (complete renovation finished in November 2023)

$725 uniform allowance

Specialized team opportunities available

Residency is NOT required

And MUCH more…

General Requirements:

A United States Citizen

Physically fit for police duty

Act 120 Certification or enrolled in an Act 120 academy at time of submission of application

A minimum of 22 years old

A valid driver’s license

A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Applicant Must:

Pass a comprehensive background check, including a polygraph or CVSA examination

Pass a psychological and medical exam, including drug screening

Have no visible tattoos, brandings, or body piercings while in a short-sleeved uniform shirt

There is NO application fee

The deadline for applications is Friday, November 20, 2026!

Test Dates

Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at 9:00 AM (Alleghany County Police Academy)

Saturday, November 28, 2026 at 8:00 AM. (Upper St. Clair Police Department)

Candidates who successfully complete the physical agility test will move on to the written examination, which will take place that same afternoon.

The Township of Upper St. Clair is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Original posting on Townshipusc's site ↗

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