Fryeburg - Police Officer

Fryeburg Police Department - F/T Police Officer

The Town of Fryeburg is seeking motivated and dedicated individuals for the position of Full-Time Police Officer with the Fryeburg Police Department.

The Fryeburg Police Department is a progressive, community-oriented law enforcement agency serving approximately 3,600 year-round residents. During the summer months, the population swells to over 48,000, making Fryeburg the second busiest gateway to the State of Maine.

The department consists of 12 personnel, including 6 full-time officers, 5 reserve officers, and 1 civilian staff member. We provide modern, proactive policing services and value professionalism, accountability, and strong community partnerships.

Current Opportunities & Special Assignments:

Patrol Division (Full-Time Officer)
Detective position
Sergeant (Supervisory) position
Marine Patrol Unit
Opportunity to assist in the development of a Drone (UAS) Program
Fryeburg offers a diverse policing environment with seasonal call volume, traffic enforcement, community engagement, and specialty assignments. This position is ideal for officers seeking a dynamic agency with opportunities for growth, leadership, and program development.

Hiring Process: 

• Applicants must be able to successfully complete medical, psychological and polygraph exams, MCJA physical requirements, interview process, and an extensive background investigation.
• Starting pay for this position will be commensurate with experience and a competitive benefits package is offered.
• Applicants with experience may be laterally entered into our pay scale at up to 5 years' experience at the town’s discretion.
• All new full-time employees are required to live within 45 minutes driving time of the Town limits within 6 months of hire.
  Please send resume, application, and applicable training records via PoliceApp.com
• The selection process will remain open until the positions are filled.

Police Officer Job Responsibilities:

• Protects citizens by preventing crime, enforcing laws, apprehending suspects, and monitoring traffic.
• Prevents crime by explaining and enforcing applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances; teaching preventive, protective, and defensive tactics; mediating disputes; patrolling assigned area; responding to notices of disturbances; conducting searches; observing suspicious activities; and detaining suspects.
• Apprehends suspects by responding to complaints and calls for help, observing violations, and making arrests.
• Conducts criminal investigations by gathering evidence, interviewing victims and witnesses, and interrogating suspects.
• Documents observations and actions by radioing information and completing reports.
• Reports observations and actions by testifying in court.
• Fulfills court orders by serving warrants and commitments.
• Maintains safe traffic conditions by monitoring and directing traffic, enforcing laws and ordinances,
• investigating accidents, providing escort, and reporting unsafe streets and facilities.
• Minimizes personal injury by rescuing and reviving victims and radioing for medical assistance.
• Maintains operations by following department policies and procedures and recommending changes.
• Ensures operation of equipment by practicing responsible use, completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer’s instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, notifying supervisor of needed repairs, and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by studying applicable federal, state, and local laws and ordinances; attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; practicing skills; and participating in professional societies.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.