Probationary Police Officer - Exam Notice

The Upper St. Clair Police Department is currently seeking applicants for the position of full-time Probationary Police Officer.

The Township of Upper St. Clair is a 10.5 sq. mile community located 10 miles southwest of the City of Pittsburgh.  The Township has received national recognition as one of the top ten safest communities compared with others of similar populations in the United States.  Our Department serves a residential population of 21,100 and covers numerous businesses, including a regional mall.

Benefits include:

• Top patrol officer salary after 5 years of $123,281 (Contract expires 12/31/28)


• Excellent medical benefits (Highmark Performance Blue or UPMC)


• Full retirement at 54 years old after 25 years of service


• Patrol currently works 12-hour shifts


• Every other weekend off


• Free membership to the Upper St. Clair Community & Recreation Center


• On-site fitness facility


• Longevity, paid holidays, and overtime opportunities


• 30-month DROP


• Generous paid time off


• Modern police facility (complete renovation finished in November 2023)


• $725 uniform allowance


• Specialized team opportunities available


• Residency is NOT required


• And MUCH more…

General Requirements:

• A United States Citizen


• Physically fit for police duty


• Act 120 Certification or enrolled in an Act 120 academy at time of submission of application


• A minimum of 22 years old


• A valid driver’s license


• A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university

Applicant Must:

• Pass a comprehensive background check, including a polygraph or CVSA examination


• Pass a psychological and medical exam, including drug screening


• Have no visible tattoos, brandings, or body piercings while in a short-sleeved uniform shirt

There is NO application fee

The deadline for applications is Friday, November 20, 2026!

Test Dates

Tuesday, November 24, 2026 at 9:00 AM (Alleghany County Police Academy)

Saturday, November 28, 2026 at 8:00 AM. (Upper St. Clair Police Department)

Candidates who successfully complete the physical agility test will move on to the written examination, which will take place that same afternoon.

The Township of Upper St. Clair is an Equal Opportunity Employer