Police Officer - Full-time

Salary: $30.87 - $36.83 HourlyLocation : 31 Baboosic Lake Road, MerrimackJob Type: Full-TimeDepartment: Police DepartmentDivision: PatrolOpening Date: 12232024FLSA: Non-ExemptNormal Work Days:: 4 consecutive days on, 2 consecutive days offHours of Work:: 8 hour shiftsOther Details:: No Application Fee. Health, Life, and Short-term Disability insurance premiums are 100% employer paid! Job SummaryDUTIES 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. Heshe is also responsible for efficient performance of required duties in conformance with the rules, regulations, and policies of the Merrimack Police Department. Hisher duties include responding to emergency and non-emergency calls; identifying criminal offendersactivity 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:High School diploma or GED from an accredited institution.Current full or part-time police officers employed in the State of NH must be certified by the NH Police Standards and Training Council and will be exempt from the written exam portion of the eligibility process only.Applicants shall meet all qualifying standards as set forth by the New Hampshire Police Standards and Training Council.Before a final offer is extended, chosen applicant will need to undergo a complete background check, including, but not limited to a background history, criminal and driving record, physical exam, polygraph, and psychological exam. SALARY DETAILSSTARTING SALARY IS $30.87 with lateral transfers up to $36.83 at Chief's discretion, based on experience, education, and skills.Weekly payrollEducational Incentives - after probation completion Shift Differential - B-shift - $0.75hr. and C-shift $1.00hr.Field Training Officer Stipend Special Assignment StipendsMaster Patrol Officer - at 5 years (at least 3 with Merrimack) subject to passing test. $37.21 - 41.09 Top of scale within 18 months after attaining Master Patrol Officer BENEFITSHealth Insurance Premiums - 100% employer paidHealth Insurance Opt-out - Town pays 25% of amount it saves as result of you opting out of our health plan as long as you have other group coverage. For family plan, this is currently additional $714.45mo. Dental Insurance Premiums - 90% employer paid.Life Insurance Premiums - 100% employer paidShort-term Disability Premiums (26 weeks) - 100% employer paidTuition Reimbursement (after probation) - Currently $30,000 per contract year available to union members, 1st come, 1st served.New Hampshire Retirement SystemClothing AllowanceClothing Cleaning and Maintenance SubsidyEARNED TIME AND TIME OFFPersonal Leave Account (PLA)- starting at 144 hours per year - earned weekly at rate of 2.77 hours available to use once earnedDisability Leave Account (DLA) - 64 hours per year - earned weekly at rate of 1.23 hours per week available to use for qualified reasons once earned. Annual buyback of hours over 500 at .667%Bereavement Leave The Town offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees which includes: 100% employer paid family health insurance premiums 100% employee life, and short-term disability insurance premiums. 90% employer paid family dental insurance premiums. Participation in New Hampshire Retirement System Optional benefits such as, deferred compensation plans, long-term disability, & supplemental life insurance. Paid leave including, holidays, vacation, personal, and sick leave. College tuition reimbursement and flexible spending accounts may also be available depending upon the position.To learn more details, visit our

Created: 2025-02-25