FWPD Career Information

THE FORT WAYNE POLICE DEPARTMENT IS CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
The Fort Wayne Police Department will be accepting applications from May 1, 2012 through September 28, 2012. The application is available for...

Selection Process
The selection process for all candidates includes the successful completion of: An application for employment with the City of Fort Wayne's...

Basic Recruit Applicant Testing Process
1st Step: Physical Fitness Test - Sit-ups: 25 (in one minute or less) - Push-ups: 21 ("male-style" without stopping ) - Vertical jump: 14"...

Career Opportunities
The following are considered merit ranks within the Fort Wayne Police Department. Sergeant Lieutenant The Mayor may make...

Employment Standards
21-35 years of age at the time of appointment. U.S. Citizen. High school diploma, the equivalent, or a G.E.D.; education beyond high school...

Salary
Probationary Officer Pay: (First Year) $43,256.43 Patrol Officer Pay: (After First Year) $48,062.69 Second Shift Bonus: $3,300.00 Third...

Benefits
Vacation: 6 months - 1 year of service: 7 days per year 1 year - 3 years of service: 12 days per year 4 years - 5 years of service: 18...