Friday is the final day to apply for City of Buckhannon police officer position

Applications are still being accepted through Friday for the position of a Full-Time Police Officer with the Buckhannon City Police Department. The closing date for applications will be Friday, September 9, 2022 at 4:30 pm. Applications must be received or postmarked by this closing date.

Must have a High School diploma or GED equivalent and have no convictions of misdemeanors, felonies or serious traffic offenses on their backgrounds.

The Buckhannon Police Dept. offers a competitive salary and paid sick and vacation time. The City of Buckhannon is an EEOC employer committed to the principle of equal opportunity for all qualified persons and employs without regard to any individual’s creed, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, age, handicap, familial status, or sexual orientation.

Applications may be picked up at City Hall, 70 E. Main Street between Monday and Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. For applications by email, call the Buckhannon Police Department at 304-472-5723.

Applications are to be returned by mail or in person to City Hall at 70 E. Main Street between Monday and Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm.

Any questions can be directed to Chief Gregory at 304-472-5723, or to request an application, email: mattgregory@buckhannonpolice.com.

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