The Monroe County Office of the District Attorney is currently recruiting qualified applicants for the below positions:
County Detective
Posted: December 4, 2024
Status: Full time, 40+ hours per week
Salary: starting up to $63,980 depending on experience with annual increases to $75,275.20 (under the current CBA)*
* current CBA expires December 31, 2024; a new CBA with adjusted salaries to take effect January 1, 2025
Description:
The mission of the Monroe County Office of the District Attorney is to seek justice in the enforcement of the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, to work closely with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies in preventing and controlling crime, to seek just punishment for those guilty of unlawful behavior, and to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice. We strive to build a stronger office through recruitment efforts and to maintain the highest standards of professional and ethical requirements.
This is a SWORN LAW ENFORCMENT position.
County Detectives are sworn police officers under Pennsylvania law, carry firearms, and are tasked with the enforcement of the law; the detection and investigation of criminal activity; the apprehension, arrest, and prosecution of criminal offenders; and the preservation of public order.
Benefits:
- Starting salary up to $63,980 depending on experience
- Annual increases to $75,275.20 for 2024 under the current collective bargaining agreement*
- On-call pay, overtime opportunities, and longevity bonuses
- Paid holidays, vacation, personal, and sick time
- Paid life insurance and optional low-cost group life
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Take home vehicle and County-issued cell phone
- Pension in accordance with the Pennsylvania County Pension law
* the current Detectives Association bargaining agreement expires December 31, 2024. An updated agreement with adjusted salaries will take effect January 1, 2025.
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must possess certification under Act 120, the Pennsylvania Municipal Police Training Act, prior to appointment. This is NOT a sponsored position.
In addition to certification under Act 120, qualified applicants must possess a minimum of a high school diploma or GED supplemented by a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.
Must possess, or be able to obtain, a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license.
To apply:
To apply, please complete an application on the Monroe County Human Resources website at https://www.monroecountypa.gov/departments/human-resources/resources/employment-opportunities
Please also forward a cover letter and resume to employment@monroecountyda.com.
Questions concerning employment as a County Detective can be directed to employment@monroecountyda.com.
No telephone calls please.