Richmond - Full-time Police Officer

Job Announcement:

RICHMOND POLICE DEPARTMENT
IS NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR

FULL-TIME POLICE OFFICER

 

GENERAL DUTIES

• Creating and Maintain Security in the Community
• Identifying and apprehending individuals in violation of criminal statutes through proactive policing
• Enforcement of traffic laws
• Fielding calls for service (both criminal and quality of life)
• Completing incident reports and prosecutorial case work.

 

ABOUT RICHMOND POLICE DEPARTMENT and Town of Richmond

• The Town of Richmond is located In south-east Chittenden County with a population of approximately 4400 residents
• The Town of Richmond is a primarily rural patrol area with an active town center
• Police Department consists of a Chief of Police, a Patrol Sergeant and 5 Patrol Officers
• Police Department fields an average of 1300 calls for service annually
• Opportunities offered for special details such as Governor’s Highway Safety Program and SHARP
• All required uniforms and equipment provided by the town

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• US Citizen
• High School Diploma or GED
• Possession of or ability to obtain a Vermont operator’s license
• Have Tier 2 or higher certification from the Vermont Criminal Justice Training Council or ability to obtain certification within 1 year from date of hire
• Ability to interact effectively with town officials, the general public and local and state agencies
• Ability to meet the physical and firearms proficiency requirements
• Ability to work under varying weather conditions and situations endangering personal safety
• Ability to work both day and night shifts
• Skills in problem solving and critical thinking
• Be of strong moral character
• Drug free for the past 3 years (including marijuana)

 

HIRING PROCESS

The hiring process consists of the following;

• Written Examination
• Physical Fitness Test
• MMPI
• Oral Interview
• Background Investigation
• Polygraph
• Medical Examination

Please direct questions regarding this position to Matthew.Nadeau@vermont.gov