Advance Your Career In Law Enforcement 

Applications are open for certified police officersAdvance your law enforcement career.

With potential for growth and clear paths to success, the Department offers a unique experience for individuals seeking opportunities in a new department.

Additional Benefits Include:

  • Expedited Hiring Process
  • Private duty opportunities 
  • Extra Duty Opportunities 
  • Yearly stipend for higher education 
  • Promotional opportunities available after four years of service 
  • Tuition reimbursement  for Criminal Justice Degrees

Eligibility Requirements

  • U.S. Citizen
  • 21 Years of Age
  • Possession of a High School Diploma or G.E.D.
    (Must submit a copy with Application)
  • Background Suitable for Employment as
    a Police Officer
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Minimum Fitness Requirement
  • Must meet POST-C Requirements
  • Must Submit Credentials Prior upon Submitting Application

Auto Theft Task Force
Bicycle Unit
Community Relations Division
Computers Crimes Unit
Crime Prevention Unit
Criminal Investigation Bureau
Emergency Response Team

Forensics Unit
Gang Task Force
Hostage Negotiation Team
K9 Unit
Major Crimes Unit
Motorcycle Unit
Mounted Unit

Now Hiring Certified Officers

255 East Main St

Waterbury, CT 06702

Phone: 203-574-6920


 Police Activity League
Real Time Crime Center
School Resource Officers
Special Victims Unit
Traffic/Crash Reconstruction 

Training Div. /Police Academy

The City of Waterbury and/or the Waterbury Police Department is an equal opportunity employer.

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Certified Officers

Yearly Salary Based On Experience:
$81,014.13 - $91,231.53 (7/1/2024) 
$85,064.84 - $95,793.11 (7/1/2025)

Opportunities Across 20 Specialized Units

Testing Methods

Polygraph

Background

Check

Psychological

 Exam

Oral 

Exam

Medical 

Exam

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Have Questions?

Send us an email: 

policecareers@wtbypd.org

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Protect. Educate. Serve. 

Waterbury Native:

 Sgt. Adrian Sanchez's Story

Lateral Officer Transfer: 

Officer Edward Klapach's Story