Police Officer

Our purpose is to make life better for people by delivering water for life. Our mission is to provide customer with high-quality water and services at a reasonable cost while promoting the preservation of watershed lands and aquifers. Our vision is to be an innovative water utility that sustains life, strengthens our communities and protects natural resources for future generations. Our STARS values are Service, Teamwork, Accountability, Respect and Safety.

At the South-Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority (RWA), we provide more than just water—we deliver life-sustaining resources to nearly 430,000 consumers every day. As a not-for-profit public corporation driven by our commitment to excellence and community, we take pride in being responsible stewards of over 28,000 acres of land, ensuring the sustainability of our environment for future generations. Guided by the principles of Conscious Capitalism, we believe in the power of business to make a positive impact on the region we serve.

When you join the RWA, you have more than a job, you have a purpose and will become part of a team that values integrity, environmental stewardship, and community service. You’ll work with purpose, knowing that every drop of water we deliver makes a difference, and that our customers trust us to uphold the highest standards of reliability, sustainability, and care.

Our Police Officers are responsible for protecting public safety, our employees and the assets of Regional Water Authority.

We are currently seeking Connecticut POSTC Certified Officers for evening shifts:
The hours change with sunset throughout the year:

• November 1 st 10am-6pm (winter hours)
• March 1 st 12pm-8pm (spring hours)
• June 1 st 2pm-10pm (summer hours)
• August 15 th 12pm-8pm (fall hours), and back to…
• November 1 st 10am-6pm (winter hours).

POSTC Certified Police Officers must meet POSTC Lateral Entry Requirements and have a minimum of two years of experience. Certified Officers must pass written, oral, psychological, polygraph, background investigation, and a medical examination to include drug screening. Must possess and maintain a valid CT Driver's License. The Regional Water Authority offers a competitive salary, benefits package, 401k plan, paid vacation, holidays, personal, sick, and a take home vehicle.

Please include a copy or your valid POSTC or DESPP certification card with your application.

Starting with a competitive salary of $77,500 per year payable weekly in accordance with our standard payroll practices and subject to all appropriate deductions and with holdings. We believe in recognizing and rewarding your hard work and dedication. Upon successfully meeting performance expectations within the first year, you will be eligible for a salary increase to $82,000.

• Perform all duties of a police officer.
• Conduct criminal investigations.
• Assist other agencies with emergency response on RWA lands.
• Respond to incidents, calls for service and police response.
• Respond to hazardous materials spills.
• Operation of emergency equipment, including boats, ATV, firearms, and other emergency response equipment.
• Available for call-out or consultation, 24/7, as scheduled.
• Performs other related duties and projects as assigned at the direction of immediate supervisor.
• Other duties as necessary to accomplish the strategic initiatives and mission, vision and values of the organization.

• High school diploma or its equivalent.
• Police certification from Police Officers Standards and Training Council.
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience as a certified police officer.
• Ability to work between 7am through 10pm, including weekends and Holidays. Flexibility to work schedule, as assigned and scheduled.

• Experience investigating with thorough working knowledge of state law, preservation of evidence, and accepted police practices.
• Maintain Police Officer Standards and Training certification.
• Maintain various other required certifications, such as Hazmat, collect as needed.
• Maintain sufficient physical agility to perform law enforcement duties.
• Ability to work well with other…