Gorham - Police Officer
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Job Announcement
Gorham Police Department
Now Hiring
FULL TIME PATROL OFFICER
The Gorham Police Department is accepting applications for Full Time Patrol Officer. The Gorham Police Department’s mission is to provide a safe, peaceful community for the residents and visitors of Gorham through fair and equal enforcement of the law and proactive community policing. Our vision of reaching this goal includes on-going training of officers and continued cooperation between federal, state, county and local agencies associated with the criminal justice system.
Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Minimum of 21 years of age
- College education or military experience desirable.
- A United States Citizen
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- NH PSTC Certification preferred
Applicants who meet the basic qualifications are selected on a competitive basis. Each applicant must successfully complete each element of the following:
- Written examination
- Physical agility test
- Psychological exam
- Polygraph test
BENEFITS
- Uniforms/Equipment provided
- Annual Paid Vacations/Holidays
- Paid Sick Leave
- 25-year State Retirement System
- Advanced Training Opportunities
- Competitive Benefits Package
The Gorham Police Department actively encourages all interested persons to apply for this career-oriented position.
THE TOWN OF GORHAM POLICE DEPARTMENT
IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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, PublicSafetyApp, FireFighterApp or EmployementApp account to monitor for emails, scheduling and process updates.