If you are interested in pursuing a law enforcement career with MPD, all potential candidates must first successfully complete the testing requirements as mandated by the Northwest Pennsylvania Regional Police Test Consortium. Information regarding Consortium testing can be found at:
http://www.mercyhurst.edu/policetesting
In addition to passing the written and physical agility tests through the Northwest Pennsylvania Regional Police Testing Consortium, police officer candidates must meet the following requirements to be considered for employment with the Millcreek Township Police Department:
A U.S. citizen
High School graduate or equivalent
Earned a minimum of sixty (60) college credits
Physically and mentally fit to perform the full duties of a Police Officer.
Possess a valid PA motor vehicle operator’s license prior to appointment.
Currently enrolled or previously completed an approved Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Act 120 Municipal Police Officers Training Course or be employed as a certified Police Officer in another state.
Must be able to meet all requirements for certification by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Municipal Police Officers Education and Training Commission.
Qualified candidates who meet or exceed the above requirements, may be contacted to provide additional information. Not all qualified candidates will be contacted.
No applications for the position of Police Officer, will be accepted from any individual unless requested by the Chief of Police or his designate.