Lateral Certified Police Officer

Salary: $72,266 – $96,648

Closing Date: Jan 1, 2027

Position Summary:

The City of Portsmouth, NH is consistently rated as one of the top ten places in America to live and raise a family. The Police Department is proud of the fact that our contribution to Portsmouth’s superior quality of life and relatively low crime rate plays a significant role in this determination. The Portsmouth Police Department, much like the City itself, is a vibrant and dynamic organization. We offer qualified candidates an opportunity to join the ranks of a premier law enforcement agency that has established a 150-year history of dedicated and professional service to the community. We invite you to consider a career in law enforcement and challenge you to join the men and women of the Portsmouth Police Department in upholding the highest standards of professional excellence through service to the community and the people we serve.

Requirements:

• Candidates must be 21 years of age at time of hire,
• Pass a physical agility test, oral board, psychological exam, polygraph exam and medical physical, as well as an extensive background investigation. (Please do not apply to this lateral position if you are not currently certified or have not attended a full-time police academy).