Patrol Officer

The Bedminster Township Police Department is currently seeking a dedicated and community-oriented individual to join our team of law enforcement professionals. Covering 32 square miles of predominantly rural farmland in beautiful Bucks County, our township is home to approximately 7,500 residents. Major roadways in our jurisdiction include Easton Road (Route 611) and Dublin Pike (Route 313).

Our Department is comprised of 8 sworn officers and 1 civilian staff member, all committed to delivering excellent police services that enhance the quality of life for our community. We pride ourselves on partnering closely with residents and businesses to build trust, ensure safety, and promote a shared sense of security.

Why Join Us?

• Community-Focused Policing in a supportive and engaged township
• Comprehensive Training Opportunities across a broad range of law enforcement topics
• 10-Hour Rotating Shifts providing better work-life balance
• Take-Home Police Vehicle assigned to each officer
• Beard Policy: Professional facial hair is permitted
• Part-Time Department: Operating hours from 7: 00 AM to 2: 00 AM daily

We are looking for a motivated, ethical, and service-driven officer to join our department and help us continue delivering law enforcement services at the highest standard.

If you are committed to professionalism, community engagement, and integrity, we welcome your application.

Apply today and make a difference in Bedminster Township.

Competitive salary and benefits package:

• Probationary Salary: Between $65,000 and $92,832.76    PLUS
• Education Bonus
• Holiday Bonus
• Longevity Bonus
• Excellent Health Care Plan
• Paid Vacation, Personal, Sick time
• PMRS Retirement Plan
• Top Police Officer 2026 Salary: $112,491

Minimum Requirements:

• All applicants must be a citizen of the United States of America.
• All applicants must have reached their twenty-first (21st) birthday by their swear in date.
• All applicants must be able to pass a psychological examination.
• Act 120 Certification.
• Any applicant currently in the police academy must successfully complete the academy and pass the MPOETC ACT 120 certification test prior to the projected date of appointment with the Bedminster Township Police Department.
• Any applicant who successfully completed the police academy within the previous two years, but failed to obtain a MPOETC ACT 120 certification, shall successfully pass the MPOETC ACT 120 certification test prior to the projected date of appointment with the Bedminster Township Police Department.
• Applicants who cannot obtain MPOETC ACT 120 certification by the projected date of appointment with the Bedminster Township Police Department shall be disqualified.
• All applicants must possess a high school diploma or graduate equivalency diploma (GED) prior to appointment. An associate or bachelor’s degree is preferred, but not required.
• All applicants must possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to appointment.
• Any felony conviction is an automatic disqualification. Any criminal activity that would be considered a felony under Pennsylvania law, federal law, or the law of the state in which the activity occurred is a disqualification.
• All applicants must possess and retain the ability to provide credible testimony in a court of law.

Selection Process:

Resume submitted in-person

1. Oral Board examinations
2. Background investigation which may include Polygraph Exam
3. Medical Evaluation and Drug Screening
4. Psychological Exam

Application Process:

Interested applicants should bring the resume to the Bedminster Township Police Department located at 3112 Bedminster Rd, Bedminster PA 18910 between 9am and 3pm, Monday through Friday between June 16 through July 20.  Resumes can also be emailed to nvirnelson@bedminsterpd.com.

Location:         Bedminster Township Police Department

3112 Bedminster Rd, Bedminster PA 18910

Posted:             June 16, 2025

Deadline:         July 20, 2025

Anticipated Hiring Date: October 8, 2025

List of selected candidates is good for two years

Bedminster Township is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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