Solid interest has been exhibited for available full-time police officer positions in Lehighton.

It was announced at Monday’s borough council meeting that 10 applications have been received for full-time police officers.

The department currently consists of 10 full-time officers, including the chief of police, a detective and a corporal.

There are currently three full-time positions available.

The contractual salary for 2026 is $86,795 (based upon prior experience). There is also a competitive benefit package, as the department is in a contract year and looking to remain highly competitive with surrounding agencies.

The department’s Civil Service Commission testing will establish an eligibility list that the department may select from. Testing to consist of physical agility, written exam, oral interview, criminal background check and medical (drug test)/phycological exams.

Examination testing will be conducted on Feb. 8.