Notice of Civil Service Exam for the position of Entry Level Police Officer

The Scott Township Civil Service Commission will hold a competitive examination for the position of police officer.  Applicants must pass a physical agility, written, oral, background investigation, and a medical and psychological examination prior to being appointed.

Applications must be obtained at:

 

The Scott Township Municipal Building

Police Department (1st Floor)

301 Lindsay Road

Carnegie, Pennsylvania 15106

 

Monday through Friday

8:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M.

November 17, 2025 – December 19, 2025

The office is closed November 27 and 28, 2025

 

A Non-refundable Fee of $45.00 (cash, check or money order) payable at time of receiving the application. Make checks or money orders payable to SCOTT TOWNSHIP.

 

All applications must be returned before 4:00 P.M. on December 19, 2025, to be considered.

 

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

U.S. citizen, 21 years of age, have a valid Pennsylvania Drivers License, high school diploma or G.E.D., must be physically and mentally fit to perform the duties of a police officer. Must be MPOETC certified prior to appointment.

 

2026 Starting Patrolman salary- $93,236.56

2026 Base Patrolman salary- $116,545.70