Job Announcement:

Merrimack – Patrol Officer

 

MERRIMACK, NH POLICE DEPARTMENT

NOW HIRING

CERTIFIED PATROL OFFICER POSITIONS (3)

 DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

The patrol officer shall be responsible for the enforcement of the applicable laws of the State of New Hampshire and ordinances of the Town of Merrimack. He/she is also responsible for efficient performance of required duties in conformance with the rules, regulations, and policies of the Merrimack Police Department.  His/her duties include responding to emergency and non-emergency calls; identifying criminal offenders/activity and where appropriate, apprehend offenders; reduce the opportunity for the commission of crimes through preventative patrol; aid individuals who are in danger of physical harm; facilitate the movement of vehicular and pedestrian traffic; identify problems that are potentially serious law enforcement or governmental problems; create and maintain a feeling of security within the community; promote and preserve the peace.  Perform other related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be a citizen of the United States.
• Must possess a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Applicants shall meet all standards set forth by the New Hampshire Police Standards and Training Council.

 

HIRING PROCESS

• Written Exam for Out of State Certified Police Officers (Current NH certified officers exempt from written exam)
• Physical Agility Test 
• Oral Board Interview
• Chief’s Interview
• Background Investigation
• Polygraph Examination
• Psychological Evaluation
• Successful applicants will serve a up to one-year probationary period

 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

1. Complete an application for employment on-line through PoliceAPP.com.
2. Applications are currently being accepted.
3. Upload a copy of your Resume and Cover Letter through PoliceAPP.com.
4. A non-refundable application fee of $35.00, payable via debit or credit card to PoliceAPP.com. This fee is NOT charged by Merrimack Police Department.

 

SALARY AND BENEFITS

• Pay range for Patrolman:  $56,492 - $67,059, plus incentives after trial period
• After 5 Years as Patrol Officer with the Department, pass as test to be promoted to Master Patrolman: current range is $68,161 - $71,552 plus incentives
• Health, group life, and short-term disability insurance premiums are currently 100% employer paid.
• Includes paid vacation/personal leave and sick leave, and participation in the New Hampshire Retirement System.
• Any questions on salary and benefits, contact Human Resources at (603) 424-2331.

Please direct questions regarding this position to applications@merrimacknh.gov