The Summersville Police Department is now accepting applications

Nicholas County, WV (WOAY) – The Summersville Police Department is looking for its next officer.

The department is now accepting applications. They’re offering a starting salary while in the academy of just over $51,000 dollars, and rising to over $55,000 after graduation.

Certified officers will also receive a $5,000 signing bonus.

The application deadline is March 30. A physical fitness test follows on April 1 at Nicholas County Veterans’ Memorial Park.

Interested applicants can pick up paperwork at Summersville City Hall, or you can scan the QR code listed on the flyer, which is on your screen now, and can be found on the Summersville Police Department’s Facebook page.

Summersville Police Chief Brad Reed says the Summersville Police Department is a great place for officers to spend their careers.

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