Salary: $55,710 annually

Closing Date: March 20, 2026

Position Summary:

Notice is hereby given pursuant to the West Virginia Code 8-14-13, that position(s) for the rank of Probationary Police Officer exist in the Martinsburg Police Department and will be filled by appointment by the City Manager from a list of eligibles certified by the Martinsburg Police Civil Service Commission.

Requirements:

Be between the ages of 18 and 40 at the time of application and be a US Citizen or have a legal right to work in the United States and the legal right to carry a firearm.
On the date of exam, successful applicants will achieve a passing score on a physical agility screening test for WV state and local law enforcement officers.
Undergo a complete medical examination testing the applicant’s general physical condition in a manner prescribed by the Commission.
Undergo a complete psychiatric examination testing the applicant’s mental stability for appointment in a manner prescribed by the Commission.
Submit to and cooperate with authorities in a background investigation, to include polygraph, as to the applicant’s suitability for the position.
Appear for scheduled oral interviews.
Submit to any additional examinations as to the applicant’s suitability for the position in a manner prescribed by the Commission.
West Virginia residency is NOT required, however, officers must live within 50 air miles of the Town Square within 90 days of employment.

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