The City of Hermitage is accepting applications for Police Officer through Pennsylvania CareerLink @ Mercer County. Apply online at PA CareerLink (Job Order #22128510) and complete a pre-application in person at 217 West State Street, Sharon, PA. Deadline: January 2, 2026, 4:00 p.m.
Requirements:
- U.S. citizen, age 21+
- High school diploma or equivalency
- Good character and habits
- PA Act 120 certification & valid driver’s license
- Pass physical exam & police officer selection test
Benefits:
- Starting salary $66,723; top $90,609 (12-hr shifts)
- Healthcare, life, dental, vision fully paid; short-term disability
- Paid vacation, personal days, sick leave, and holidays
- Defined benefit pension with post-retirement healthcare
- $800 annual uniform/equipment allowance
- Flexible residence within Mercer County, parts of Lawrence County, and eastern Ohio
Hermitage is a growing home rule city of ~17,000 residents, a top-rated school system, and a 31-officer police department offering advanced training and career development opportunities.
Equal Opportunity Employer – M/F