Overtime is paid at the level of time and a half.
There are excellent opportunities for promotion, which will result in a corresponding raise in salaries. Police Officers are paid biweekly, salary does not included your annual uniform allowance, or holiday time. As a member of the Philadelphia Police Department you may choose between one of two health care plans. There maybe a small payroll deduction taken out of your biweekly check for the health care plan you choose. You will receive a list of all participating hospitals and doctors in the plan you choose.