Certified
CHIP Participating:
Job Announcement:
Now Hiring Certified or Non-Certified Full-Time Police Officers!
The Dunbarton Police Department is currently accepting resumes and cover letters for a Certified (NH or out-of-state equivalent) or Non-Certified Full-Time Police Officer.
Minimum Requirements & Hiring Process
Eligibility Requirements
Candidates must:
- Be a United States Citizen
- Be 21 years of age or older
- Possess a High School Diploma or GED
- Hold a valid driver’s license
- College education and/or military experience preferred
- Meet criminal history, motor vehicle, and drug usage standards set forth by:
- New Hampshire Police Standards & Training Council (PSTC)
- Dunbarton Police Department
Selection Process
The hiring process may include:
- Written exam or writing sample
- Physical agility test
- Oral board interview(s)
- Background investigation
- Medical examination & drug screening
- Polygraph examination
- Psychological evaluation
*Certain components may be waived by the Chief of Police for certified applicants.
Physical Fitness Testing
- Applicants may utilize a valid CHIP Physical Fitness Test in lieu of the Dunbarton PD fitness test
- CHIP results must be valid during the current recruitment process
- Register for CHIP testing at: www.certifyfit.com/chip-test
PSTC PAT standards (35th percentile) can be viewed at:
https://www.pstc.nh.gov/faq/index.htm#fitnesstest
Compensation & Benefits
Hourly Wages
Non-Certified Officers:
- $29.28 – $30.01/hour while attending academy and FTO
- $33.31/hour upon release to solo patrol
Certified Officers:
- Up to $37.69/hour, based on qualifications and prior experience
- Proposed 3% COLA in 2026 increases top rate to $38.82/hour
Additional Pay & Incentives
- 12 paid holidays (valued up to an additional $3,618 annually)
- Overtime opportunities
- Time-and-a-half for holidays worked
- Extra detail assignments paid at $60/hour
- Grant-funded enforcement patrols
- Health insurance opt-out stipend:
- ~$5,974 annually (paid monthly)
Increasing to ~$6,919 in 2026
- ~$5,974 annually (paid monthly)
- Longevity bonus:
- $400 – $2,000 annually based on years of service
Benefits Package:
- NH Group II Retirement
- Health, vision, and dental insurance
- Paid sick leave and vacation
- Tuition reimbursement program
Training, Wellness & Quality of Life
The Dunbarton Police Department prioritizes professional development, wellness, and officer safety, offering:
- Semi-annual Gracie Survival Tactics (Jiu-Jitsu) training
- Active shooter response training
- Ongoing mental health & resiliency programming
- Load-bearing vests
- Paid gym membership with one (1) hour of on-duty workout time
- Compressed work schedule
- Annual wellness consultations
- Department-issued cell phone (AT&T FirstNet)
- Paid Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) membership
- Opportunities for specialized and instructor assignments
- Progressive grooming and tattoo policy
The Town is also a Service Credit Union Select Employer Group (SEG), providing:
- Discounted loan rates
- Free financial education resources
- One-on-one financial counseling
Please direct questions regarding this position to btyler@gsinet.net
About Law Enforcement Jobs
Jobs close at 11:59 PM (Eastern) on the deadline date specified, or when the position capacity has been met, or unless otherwise specified in the announcement. If the deadline date is not specified in the announcement, the agency has sole discretion on setting the deadline and jobs may close without notice. It is the applicant's responsibility to thoroughly read and understand the deadline requirements and capacity limits as outlined by the agency.
Applicants are responsible for checking their email and logging into their PoliceApp account to monitor for updates.