10/14/2026
Plymouth Borough Civil Service Commission
Is administering a Written Examination for
Police Officer
Full - Time
Base Patrol Salary for the year of 2027 is $78,646.00.
Applicant must be 18 years of age or older at the time of exam, and must be a citizen of United States.
Applicants are not required to be ACT 120 Certified, but certification is encouraged. Applicants that are not certified but are currently enrolled in the Police Academy, must complete certification within 90 days of the completion of the testing process, unless approved by the Plymouth Borough Civil Service Commission.
Applicants must possess a High School Diploma or Graduate Equivalency Degree, Possess a valid Pennsylvania drivers license. Be of good moral character and physically and mentally fit to perform all duties of a police officer, cannot have been convicted of any state or federal offense classified a misdemeanor or felony, and He / She must be able to perform the job functions and possess the personal characteristic requirements adopted by the Commission.
All applicants must sign a Waiver & Release for background information on the job application form and submit all required application documents at the time of application. Any applicant claiming a veteran's preference must submit a DD Form 214 with his/her application.
Those who pass the exam will be required to pass an oral exam, and background investigation in order to be considered for an appointment as a conditional employee and then must pass the medical and psychological exam. The psychological exam will be waived of active law enforcement. Applicants will pay any fees associated.
Passing applicants will be placed on an eligible list and will be valid for one (1) year from the date of approval by the Civil Service Commission. This list will be utilized to fill appointments when they become available and maybe renewed for one (1) additional year by vote.
Active Certified Police Officer(s) will receive the “Active Certified Police Officer Preference Points” in the amount (20 POINTS), which will be added to their passing score. Applicant must provide documentation.
Any applicant seeking accommodation under the American Disabilities Act in any examination must submit a written request with supporting documentation from a treating physician or other qualified professional by November 24, 2026 to the Commission at the address listed at the bottom of this ad.
Appointments will be subject to a 180-day probationary period during which no seniority will be accrued. During such probation officers will receive medical coverage only and are not entitled to any other benefit covered in the Collective Bargaining Agreement. After completion of the probationary period, Council appoints the probationary person to a Full-Time position, that person will be entitled to the benefits provided in the current Collective
Bargaining Agreement.
Last date applications will be accepted is
November 24, 2026 at 4:00 P.M.
Civil Service Written Exam will be held on
December 4, 2026 starting at 2:00 P.M. at the Plymouth Borough Municipal Building.
Successful applicants will be notified of future examinations dates.
Please apply at:
Plymouth Borough Building,
162 West Shawnee Ave.,
Plymouth PA 18651
Attn: Maryann Lang, Borough Manager
Mon-Thur (except Holidays) 7:00am - 5:00pm,
Fridays 7:00am – 3:00 pm
