Highway Patrol patrols assigned geographic area and makes note of unusual or suspicious events. Resolves disputes and enforces traffic laws. Being a Highway Patrol may require a bachelor's degree in a related area and 0-2 years of experience in the field or in a related area. Must meet physical and personal requirements. Additionally, Highway Patrol has knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Primary job functions do not typically require exercising independent judgment. Typically reports to a manager. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
PATROL OFFICER
NON-CERTIFIED)
New Castle, DE; Cape May, NJ; Lewes, DE)
2024 Recruit Salary : $64,742 (Annualized)
2024 Completion of Academy Salary : $66,545 (Annualized)
2024 FTO Completion Salary : $68,395 (Annualized)
Opening Date : March 27, 2024 Closing Date : Until Filled
The Delaware River and Bay Authority Police Department has a specific selection process for
the position of non-certified police officer. Phase I of the selection process consists of four (4)
elements : Written Exam, Physical Fitness Assessment, Oral Panel Interview, and the Police
Administrator's Interview. All qualified applicants must successfully complete all four (4)
elements of Phase I to be considered for Phase II. All applicants will be contacted regarding
the next steps in the process and advised if they meet or do not meet the minimum
requirements.
The Authority normally conducts two (2) classes each year. One begins in March and another
starts in September.
Please submit your application and resume as soon as possible. You may update your
application up until the consideration date for the next available class.
I. POSITION SUMMARY
The general responsibilities of a Patrol Officer include responding to calls for service,
enforcing traffic and criminal laws, and operating police vehicles when on routine patrol.
II. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Engage in interpersonal communications with the public and co-workers by promoting a
professional and courteous environment
Participate with co-workers and supervisors in the advancement of the troop's goals and
objectives
traffic and criminal investigations for prosecution purposes
Deliver emergency services to the public by responding to calls for service safely and
promptly and by providing assistance to those in need
Protect the public, co-workers and themselves from harm and injury by following
established safety and security practices and by correcting and / or reporting safety and / or
security hazards or risks
Responsible for the entire arrest procedure including examining, handcuffing, conducting
a field search and guarding the arrestee to prevent escape or suicide
collision investigation (i.e., interview witnesses, sketch and measure collision scenes,
determine contributing factors and identify violations, etc.)
offensive and defensive tactics to subdue combative subjects
Normally required to work a 12-hour rotating shift and adapt to irregular working
conditions
Required to write different types of reports, including traffic reports, summonses and
arrest reports
automobile, communications center equipment, baton, breath testing instrument,
computer terminal, fire extinguisher, flashlight, handcuffs, portable radio, police car
radio, radar / laser unit, semi-automatic pistol, shotgun, body armor and photographic
equipment
May instruct suspects on the process to obtain an attorney, enforce court orders, respond
to civil disputes, and testify in Family Court
narrow, elevated surfaces
Prepare interdepartmental memorandums and daily operational reports, as well as
maintain daily logs
manner
III. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Ability to acquire knowledge of laws and departmental rules / regulations / procedures,
as well as other resource materials
Ability to acquire knowledge of weapon craft and ability to demonstrate usable
knowledge of court decisions
evaluate a situation, respond correctly and apply appropriate discretion and common
sense
Ability to provide excellent customer service
IV. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
An Associate's degree, or at least sixty (60) college credit hours, and at least two (2)
years of active duty military service.
Minimum uncorrected vision not greater than 20 / 200 in each eye and
correctable with lenses to 20 / 20 in each eye; able to distinguish
between the colors of red, green and amber
Height and weight in proper proportion; must be in excellent
cardiovascular physical condition
V. LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, AND / OR CERTIFICATES
Applicant must have a current valid driver's license and at least one (1) year of
driving experience. An applicant with a prior driving suspension or revocation must
have one (1) year of reinstatement in order to be eligible to apply. Any alcohol-
related driving arrests and overall driving history will be subject to review.
VI. CRIMINAL RECORD AND ACTIVITY
Any felony conviction is an automatic disqualification. Any criminal activity that
would be considered a felony under Delaware law or the law of the state in which the
activity occurred is a disqualification. Arrests resulting in conviction must be
pardoned prior to submitting an application. Applicants are strongly encouraged to
apply for an expungement on any past arrests not resulting in conviction. All arrests
will be subject to evaluation.
VII. DRUG USAGE
Use of any illegal drug two years prior to application, or any prior use of a
hallucinogenic drug, will be an automatic disqualification. All other drug use,
including illegally using prescribed drugs, is subject to review.
VIII. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Candidates for this position will be subject to a background investigation, a pre-
employment physical, fitness testing, psychological testing, and a medical / criminal
polygraph
Any uncertified candidate selected for hire will be required to attend and pass a
Qualified candidates will be required to take a written test. Further details will be
provided.
If you are interested in applying for this position, please complete the on-line
application at www.drba.net. In addition, please attach a resume to the completed
application.
The Delaware River & Bay Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Last updated : 2024-06-01