Patrol Officer — Four‑Day Week, Top Benefits

City of Saco; Saco (ME); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Four day workweek

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental coverage

Life insurance

Retirement plans

Paid leave

Job summary

The City of Saco is hiring Patrol Officers to uphold community safety with professionalism and compassion. The role emphasizes accountability, trust, and service while operating within the department’s values.

Pay ranges from $37.66-$49.59/hr and includes a comprehensive benefits package. The successful candidate will have completed Maine Criminal Justice Academy training or meet waiver criteria, and will work a 10-hour shift, four days per week, with holiday and overtime availability.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate situational awareness and decisive action.
• Maintain composure under stress and in fast-changing conditions.
• Communicate clearly in court, writing, radio and public interactions.
• Adhere to laws, department policies, and reporting standards.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas to deter crime and protect life and property.
• Respond to incidents, perform appropriate enforcement actions, and document findings.
• Engage with the community to build trust and provide professional service.
• Work shifts include 10-hour days, four-day workweeks, and rotating Sundays/Wednesdays or Wednesdays/Saturdays.
• Be available for holidays and overtime as needed to meet operations.

Skills

Danger recognition

Decision making

Communication skills

Emotional stability

Public interaction

Radio communication

Driving safely

Professionalism

Education

Graduate Maine Criminal Justice Academy

Job description

The City of Saco is hiring Patrol Officers to uphold community safety with professionalism and compassion. The role emphasizes accountability, trust, and service while operating within the department’s values.

Pay ranges from $37.66-$49.59/hr and includes a comprehensive benefits package. The successful candidate will have completed Maine Criminal Justice Academy training or meet waiver criteria, and will work a 10-hour shift, four days per week, with holiday and overtime availability.