The Newtown Police Department is looking to hire both certified and entry level police officers.  The deadline to apply for both is February 21st.  The posted salary for certified officers ranges from $60,000 to $87,000, commensurate with experience. The Department consists of 45 Sworn personnel in the Administrative Services, Operations Bureau, Detective Division, Patrol Division and Five Civilians. Newtown encompasses an area of 60 square miles, populated by 29,000 people. Minimum qualifications include high school graduate, or holding a GED, be at least 21 and a U.S, citizen.  Applicants can't have felony, domestic violence, A misdemeanor or B misdemeanor criminal convictions.  A driver's license is required.  Written, physical and oral exams, background check, and psychological and medical exams along with an interview with the Police Chief will be required.