Police Officer

Salary: $24.41 to $31.98.

Essential Functions:

• Deter crimes and assure community through high-visibility policing.
• Patrol assigned areas and monitor activities to protect people/property.
• Investigate crimes and apprehend suspected law violators.
• Observe and respond to various situations or emergencies.
• Follow rules, guidelines and protocols.
• Conduct initial investigations.
• Gather evidence and ensure successful prosecutions.
• Produce internal reports and provide feedback on case status.
• Deal with case paperwork and administrative procedures.
• Foster good public relationships and liaise with community groups or individuals.
• Coordinate operations with other emergency services.
• Attend and provide evidence in court.

Requirements:

• Bachelor or Associates’ Degree from an accredited college or university in Criminal Justice or related field preferred.
• Military experience a plus.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Excellent physical condition required with ability to perform strenuous physical activities during emergency situations.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and effectively communicate in writing and verbally is required.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the general public is essential; strong interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy are essential.
• Excellent moral character, good powers of observation and memory required.
• Must possess a valid Drivers License.
• Possession of or ability to obtain Police Officer Certification issued by the New Hampshire Police Standards Training Council and First Responder Certification in CPR and AED is required.