FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

May 23, 2023

Morgantown Police Accepting Applicants for Upcoming Exam in June

MORGANTOWN, W.Va. - The Morgantown Police Department is accepting applicants for the next upcoming Civil Service testing date, which has been set for June 17, 2023.

To qualify for the position of entry-level police officer, applicants must:

• Be at least 18 years of age.

• Be a United States citizen for at least three years.

• Have a High School Diploma or GED.

• Establish and maintain a permanent physical residence within a one-hour driving time of the main station of the Morgantown Police Department, 300 Spruce Street, Morgantown, WV, and shall continue to maintain his/her permanent physical residence within the residency area for the entire period of his/her active employment with the Morgantown Police Department. This residency requirement must be achieved within 90 days of notification of permanent status.

• Complete a physical agility test, written police skills test, vision test, background investigation, polygraph examination, drug testing, medical and psychological examinations, and a personal interview. 

Benefits of working for the Morgantown Police Department include:

• Parental leave

• Pension plan

• Life insurance

• Annual step program

• Premium pay for holidays

• Tuition reimbursement plan

• Down payment assistance plan

• Short and long-term disability

• Employee assistance program

• Ongoing opportunities for training

• Uniform and equipment provided

• Health, dental, and vision coverage

• Four weeks of paid time off in the first year of employment

The Police Civil Service Exam and physical agility test are held twice a year. Following the first set of tests in June, the next testing opportunity of the year is scheduled for October 28, 2023. 

To submit an application for a position with the Morgantown Police Department, visit the City of Morgantown's website. An examination fee of $25 is due at the time of application, which can be paid online. 

For more information about employment within the Morgantown Police Department, visit the MPD website.

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