Police Officer

Full-Time Police Officer Opportunities – Lancaster County, PA About Manheim Township

Manheim Township, a First‑Class Township in Lancaster County, PA, spans approximately 23.87 square miles with a population of 43,977 as of the 2020 Census. The township is committed to fostering a vibrant and progressive community while delivering an exceptional quality of life.

• A modern, innovative, and PLEAC-accredited police department‑attaining Premier Agency status, one of only three in Lancaster County.
• The second-largest police force in the county, comprising 65 sworn officers.
• Supportive culture, 12-hour shifts, tuition reimbursement, comprehensive benefits, and exceptional career growth opportunities.

• Must be 21 years of age before the deadline for enrollment in the next police academy
• High School Diploma or GED
• U.S. Citizenship
• Valid driver's license
• Physically and mentally capable of performing full police duties

• Every other weekend off
• Post-retirement health care
• 50% tuition reimbursement plus an education bonus
• Full pension at 25 years of service or age 55
• 80 hours vacation after 1 year, 13 bonus days (in lieu of holidays), and 104 sick-time hours annually
• Disability and life insurance (including a $200,000 life benefit after 1 year)
• FREE health, dental, and vision insurance, plus a $2,800 employer HSA contribution

• Academy (uncertified): $60,849.91 •
• Certified, no experience: $72,333.68
  • Lateral Transfer with 4 years' experience: $93,556.43
  • Top patrol pay at 6 years (2029): $

Develop in areas such as:

• Bike Patrol
• Drone Pilot
• K‑9 Unit
• Crash Reconstruction
• Commercial Vehicle Inspection (MCSAP)
• SERT
• Hostage Negotiator
• Forensic Crime Scene Processing
• School Resource Officer
• Defensive Tactics Instructor
• Regional Cooperative Teams
• Criminal Investigations
• Community Outreach
• Traffic Unit
• Crisis Intervention
• Drug‑Recognition Expert
• Field Training Officer (plus a $2/hr pay increase while training)
• Supervisory Structure:
  • 9 Corporals
  • 7 Sergeants
  • 3 Lieutenants

• Submit a preliminary application by 5:00PM on March 23, 2026. •
• Physical fitness exam:
  Sunday, March 29, 2026, 8:00AM at Manheim Township High School Stadium (100 Blue Streak Blvd, Lancaster, PA 17601).
• Immediate written exam following physical testing.
• Score ≥80% to qualify for the oral examination (date TBD).

Visit /mtpdhire
2026 for the online application-or contact us for a 2-page preliminary application.

Questions? Call 717‑569‑6401 or email (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).

• Job Type: Full‑time
• Schedule:
  
  12‑hour rotating shifts
• Benefits Include:
  Retirement plan, health/dental/vision insurance, life insurance, health savings account, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more.