Police Officer

Norwich, VT
Norwich Police Department

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for the enforcement of local, state and federal laws and for participating in operational activities in a broad variety of assignments, including patrol, traffic, crime prevention, investigations, youth programs, training and technical services.

Essential Functions:

  • Responds to calls for services regarding criminal activity, accidents, and other emergency and non-emergency
    situations in accordance with established departmental procedures.
  • Patrols assigned areas to detect and deter crime; conducts security checks of businesses and residences.
  • Interviews witnesses and victims at accident or crime scenes and obtains statements as appropriate.
  • Operates emergency vehicles during normal driving and emergency situations.
  • Collects and preserves evidence.
  • Conducts criminal investigations of reported crimes and provides accurate and through information for follow-up.
  • Maintains traffic control at accident scenes and public events.
  • Testifies in court.
  • Makes public presentations in regards to crime prevention.
  • Provides first aid and CPR in accordance with training and certification.
  • Maintains assigned vehicle and equipment.
  • Attends trainings locally, in-state and out of state as required and directed.
  • Completes required reports.
  • Performs related duties.

Requirements:

  • Must be 21 years of age at the time of the application.
  • Must have no less than 20/20 corrected vision in each eye.
  • Must be drug free for a minimum of three years.
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associates Degree or higher, Honorable Military Service or equivalent Law Enforcement work history preferred.
  • Must have no felony or serious misdemeanor convictions, nor any habitual or serious traffic offenses, Domestic violence or assault convictions. Other violations, which may adversely affect a law enforcement career, will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Vermont State driver’s license.
  • Must obtain and maintain Basic First Aid and CPR Certification.
  • Vermont Level III Police Officer Certification Preferred.