Rye - Full Time Police Officer

Job Announcement

Town of Rye, New Hampshire

Police Officer Full Time

The Town of Rye New Hampshire is accepting applications for the position of full-time Police Officer. The applicant must be certified as a full-time police officer or have received a passing score on a test administered by Great Bay Community College Police Testing Alliance within the last six months. The Town of Rye offers a competitive salary and benefit package. Resumes and/or applications will be accepted at the Rye Police Department (555 Washington Road, Rye, NH 03870) until November 30, 2018. For more information, please contact the Rye Police Department at (603) 964-7450.

Job Summary

Performs responsible and visible law enforcement duties including patrol, investigation, traffic control, and a variety of other duties to preserve the peace and protect life and property in the Town.  Enforces Federal and State laws, local ordinances and by-laws.

Minimum Qualifications Required

High school graduate or equivalent (Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice or Law Enforcement and/or previous law enforcement experience preferred); certification by New Hampshire Police Standards and Training Council as a full-time Police Officer; possession of a valid driver’s license; demonstrated computer, verbal and written communication skills. Ability to meet the physical fitness entrance requirements of the New Hampshire Police Standards & Training Council; ability to pass criminal and financial background checks prior to employment; OR any equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. The Rye Police Department conducts pre-employment medical, drug and alcohol testing for all candidates. The Town of Rye is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Date of Notice: November 1, 2018

Closing Date: November 30, 2018

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.