The current hiring cycle is closed as of May 9th, 2025.

The below information is for those who would like to join our agency in the future.  

LOWER SWATARA TOWNSHIP POLICE

This testing process will include a written test, physical agility test, oral board, polygraph examination, background investigation, physical examination, drug screen and psychological evaluation. 

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS: 

Each applicant for this position shall be at least 21 years of age at time of application and possess a diploma from an accredited high school or graduate equivalent. In addition, each applicant must be a United States citizen, be physically and psychologically able to perform the essential functions of a police officer, and, prior to appointment and during his or her employment with the Township, possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. 

Currently certified officers hired by this department may be eligible to start at the pay scale commensurate to experience up to 5 years.

Act 120 certification is not required for this testing process.  Cadet salary of $45,000 while attending academy.

Benefits include health insurance, dental and vision coverage, a retirement plan, and generous paid time off. 

Starting Salary for certified officers depending on experience will be between $60,000 and $96,630.

Applications can be obtained by emailing Chief of Police Thomas Bell at tbell@lowerswatara.org.

APPLICATIONS ARE CURRENTLY NOT BEING ACCEPTED, BUT WE WOULD BE HAPPY TO ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE.

If you would like to begin to prepare for the written test you can use https://www.applytoserve.com/Study/ and use study guides for the POST test.  You may prepare for the Physical Agility Test by clicking on the link below.

Any questions please contact Chief Bell at tbell@lowerswatara.org.