Bethany Beach

214 Garfield Parkway Bethany Beach, DE 19930

Bethany Beach

214 Garfield Parkway Bethany Beach, DE 19930
Bethany Beach Police Department

Now Hiring Certified and Non-Certified Applicants

The Bethany Beach Police Department's force of 10 employees is dedicated to serving merchants, residents and visitors by:
responding to calls for service, enforcing state and local laws, conducting preventive patrol activities, performing criminal investigations, promoting traffic safety, apprehending offenders.

Benefits of Joining Bethany Beach Police Department

Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package

Bethany Beach Police Department provides a competitive compensation package that includes:

  • Salary: some text
    • Recruit: $63,559
    • Patrolman: $68,003
  • Healthcare: 100% healthcare for employee and family 
  • Leave Benefits: Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.some text
    • Sussex Paid Holidays, 12 paid vacation days(after one year of service), 12 sick days per year.
  • Take-Home Vehicle: Officers may benefit from the take-home vehicle policy.
  • Overtime Opportunities: ????
  • Shift Schedule: ????
  • Retirement Plan: Full Pension Benefits after 20 years of service 
  • Town of Bethany Beach provides all uniforms and equipmentsome text
    • Eligible employees may participate in the state pension plan which provides full pension benefits after 20 years of service, as well as benefits upon total and permanent disability or death
  • Additional benefits: uniforms and equipment are provided for Police Officers

Qualifications

Essential Qualifications for the Bethany Beach Police Department Candidates

Prospective applicants must meet the following qualifications:

  • U.S. Citizenship: All candidates must be U.S. citizens.
  • Age: Applicants must be 21 years old by the time they complete the academy.
  • Examinations: A physical fitness test and a written exam must be successfully passed.
  • Background Check: A comprehensive background investigation is required.
  • Medical and Psychological Assessments: Candidates must pass medical and psychological evaluations to ensure they are fit for duty.

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