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Job Title: Lincoln - Patrol Officer
Salary: $62,786.88 to $72,088.64
Deadline: Jun 30, 2025 11:59 PM Eastern
Location: Lincoln, ME

Job Announcement:

Lincoln Police Department, ME Police Jobs

Lincoln Maine Police Department

Now accepting applications for Patrol Officer

Retention Bonus $10,000 over the course of five years

Lincoln, Maine, is a wonderful town known for its welcoming atmosphere and small-town charm. With a current population of around 5,000 residents, it's a relatively quiet place, offering a slower pace of life compared to larger cities. Despite its modest size, Lincoln is a vital hub for surrounding communities, serving as a central point for commerce, services, and entertainment in the region.

It’s an ideal place for families and individuals who appreciate the outdoors, with the nearby lakes, rivers, and forests providing plenty of recreational activities such as boating, fishing, hiking, and snowmobiling in the winter months. Lincoln's location also makes it a convenient place for those traveling to other parts of the state or beyond, as it’s easily accessible by major roads.

The town boasts a strong sense of community, with residents often coming together for events, festivals, and local gatherings. It's a place where people know each other, making it feel like a close-knit family. Lincoln’s economic health is supported by its role as a service provider for nearby towns that rely on its infrastructure, businesses, and healthcare services.

Lincoln, Maine, is a growing community that combines its small-town charm with a bright future. While it currently has a population of around 5,000 residents, the town has been steadily expanding, attracting new families, businesses, and visitors. This growth has brought about exciting developments, from new residential areas to improvements in infrastructure and local services.

Overall, Lincoln blends the tranquility of rural living with the benefits of being a regional center, making it a great place to live, work, and visit.

With nearly 70 miles of shore frontage, 19 miles of river frontage, over 4,300 acres of water, and 22,000 acres of woodland, Lincoln is one of Maine’s best-kept secrets. Lincoln is a small New England town, full of charm. Its central location, regional airport, and 13 lakes provide convenience, accessibility, and recreation for visitors. No matter the season, there is an outdoor activity for everyone to enjoy — relax on the beach at Prince Thomas Park, kayak on Mattanawcook Pond, take a stroll on the Community Walking Trail, explore the ATV and snowmobile trails, ice fish at Upper Cold Stream Pond, or cross-country ski. Lincoln has an active, friendly community and developing downtown area with options for shopping, dining, and staying during your visit. The Town hosts many engaging events throughout the year including the Farmers and Artisans Market, Summer Concert Series, Loon Festival in July, Harvest Moon Festival in September, and Festival of Lights Parade and Tree Lighting in December. We hope you’ll enjoy Lincoln! Come for the lakes, stay for the lifestyle!
 
Minimum Requirements:
  • Candidates must hold a valid driver’s license.
  • Must be at least 20 years old with 60 credit hours or 21 years of age.
  • hold a high school diploma, or GED equivalent.
  • Candidates who have made the final selection may be required to successfully complete the physical agility test (MCJA Standard) and must pass a thorough background investigation, which includes a polygraph, psychological, and financial examination.

 

Testing Requirements

PT, and alert test are preferred before applying but can be added at a later time

Hiring Process

  • Oral Board
  • Chief's Interview
  • Background Investigation including polygraph and psychology

 

Lincoln Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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Please direct questions regarding this position to police.admin@lincolnmaine.org


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