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The Abington Township Police Department is a progressive state and internationally accredited agency comprised of 92 sworn officers and approximately 30 support professional staff serving a community of nearly 60,000 residents across 16 square miles. The Department has a tradition of excellence in service to our community supported by various divisions and special units  to include the following: Patrol, Traffic Safety, Detectives, Special Investigations/ Special Victims Unit, Community Policing, Tactical Unit, K-9, honor Guard, Crisis Negotiations, School Resource Officers, Crime Preventions Officers, DARE, The Abington Police Athletic League, etc.

Members of the organization are guided by our core values of professionalism, respect, integrity, dedication, courage and emotional intelligence. Those who wish to join our team will be required to adhere to these core values as well as the law enforcement code of ethics.

Learn more about job positions at Abington Township Police Department by choosing from the following:

• • Police Officers – The Department is NO longer accepting applications to participate in the 2023 Entry Level Police Officer Exam.  Best of luck to all that applied!
    • Want to receive e-mails about upcoming tests click here.
    • Want to speak with a recruiter, click here.
    • Physical Agility Test Requirements, click here.

• • Part Time Public Safety Communicators – Not accepting applications at this time.
  • Part Time Records and Information Specialist – Application acceptance period is CLOSED.
  • Crossing Guard – Not accepting applications at this time.
    Crossing guards work during times of school openings and closings, ensuring that Abington’s children remain safe on their journey to and from school. Crossing Guard hiring, assignment and training is the responsibility of the Community Policing Division, 267-536-1073. All uniforms and equipment are furnished by the Police Department.
  • Community Service Officer – Accepting applications until the position is filled. Click here

Community Service Officers (CSO’s) assist with a variety of community and youth-oriented programs conducted by the Community Policing Division. CSO’s are uniformed but are not empowered to conduct any law enforcement duties. All uniforms are furnished by the Police Department. CSO assignments may be part or full-time, based on program requirements. For more information, contact the Community Policing Division Commander or call 267-536-1077.

Check back frequently for additional job openings. The Abington Township Police Department is an equal opportunity employer.