Police Officer - Full Time

Concord Police Department; Concord (NH); On-site; USD 68,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life & Disability

PTO annually

Paid holidays

NHRS Pension Plan

Tuition reimbursement

GI Bill On-the-Job Training

Wellness program

Job summary

The Concord Police Department in Concord, NH is seeking motivated, civically minded individuals to join a team of 90 sworn officers serving about 60,000 calls per year. The department emphasizes community policing and offers career advancement with specialty assignments, competitive wages, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Starting salaries vary by academy status and experience, with top pay reaching over $100k for veteran officers, and a schedule of 4 on, 2 off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 60 college credits in an associate or bachelor program.
• Two years of full-time experience as a certified police officer at appointment.
• Four years of active military service with an honorable discharge; National Guard service is not considered full time military service.

Responsibilities

• Enforce ordinances, state and federal laws, and department regulations.
• Patrol, investigations, drug enforcement, and youth services duties.
• Operate in a community-based policing framework.
• Possibility to advance to Master Police Officer status where applicable.
• Collaborate with team in a fast-paced city environment.

Skills

Two years certified police experience

Written exam waived for certified/off

Education

60 college credits (associate or bachelor)

Bachelor's degree desirable

Job description

DEPARTMENT

Concord Police Department

TYPICAL WORK SHIFT/SCHEDULE

Variable schedule. 4 on, 2 off.

STARTING ANNUAL SALARY

• Academy-Non-Certified Officers - $67,995.20 Annually, ($32.69/hr)
• Lateral-Certified Officers* - $71,427.20 - $80,246.40 Annually, ($34.34 to $38.58/hr)
• Maximum Annual Salary - Currently $107,441.36* This annual rate reflects longevity, special services and obtaining Master Police Officer status.

SPECIAL DUTY

assignments are available to non-probationary employees with the exception of one or two specialties.

Academy or N-C Officers will be subject to MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS as stated below.Lateral or Certified Officers* must have completed two years of certified police experience at the time of hiring. The written examination portion of the process is waived for certified officers.

Looking for a career that is purpose driven and positively impacts society and your community? Consider joining the Police Department in the Capital City of Concord, New Hampshire (Pop: 44,000), a classic New England city and one of the finest communities in the country. The city has been recognized nationally for its vitality and economic strength and offers an exceptional quality of life. This year it earned 6th place in ‘State Capitals to Live In’ by SmartAsset (#4 in 2021 and #4 in 2020). It has also been recognized by Money Magazine as a best place to retire. Located in the heart of the Merrimack River Valley with four rivers running through, Concord is full of beautiful scenery and is the fastest growing city in the state. It enjoys close proximity to Boston, the Lakes Region, the White Mountains and the Atlantic Ocean – all within an hour’s drive. Recreational opportunities can be found in its vast swaths of public conservation lands or at its 27 neighborhood parks, ice arena and two golf courses (one public and one private). The downtown is revitalized and vibrant and the city boasts a wide variety of cultural facilities including live performance theaters, museums, and art galleries. The City has the lowest violent crime rate among the 50 state capitals, and was recently acknowledged as having the best drinking water in the state. All of the preceding, recognize Concord’s uniqueness, yet are only a sampling of why it is one of the most livable small cities and best loved areas in the nation! The city has been consistently ranked among the nation’s top micropolitan economies, and is home to one of the finest health care networks north of Boston.

The City of Concord is currently seeking motivated, civic minded individuals who can work in a team environment to support and provide a safe community to the residents and visitors of the City. Come and join our team of 90 sworn officers handling approximately 60,000 calls for service annually. You will enjoy opportunity for career advancement and specialty assignments complimented by competitive wages and comprehensive benefits!; all packaged in a great location! You and your family would have the benefit of:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO) – Annual and Sick
• 13 Paid Holidays, as well as a Floating Holiday on election years
• NHRS Pension Plan
• 457 Investment Opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Federal student loan forgiveness eligibility and student loan repayment for qualifying positions
• Approved for GI Bill ® On the Job Training (OJT).
• Wellness Program: Wellness program with incentives for participation, reimbursement program for fitness related activities and classes.

We are proud to be a NH Veteran-Friendly Business.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• A high school diploma plus one or more of the following:
  • Knowledge acquired through a minimum of 60 credit hours in an associate or baccalaureate educational program.
  • Two years of full time experience as a certified police officer at the time of appointment.
  • Four years of active full time military service with an honorable discharge. National Guard service is not considered full time military service.
• A Bachelor's degree is desirable.

ONLY INDIVIDUALS WHO HAVE MET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND SUBMITTED AN APPLICATION WILL BE SELECTED FOR TESTING AND INTERVIEW.

Job Summary

Employees in this position are assigned to a variety of duties in the City Police Department. Each duty is related to protecting life and property and securing the well-being of the citizens of the City of Concord. The position is responsible for the enforcement of ordinances, state and federal statutes, and other regulations for which the Police Department is responsible. Police Officers are routinely assigned to perform duties in patrol, investigations, drug enforcement, or youth services. The department practices a community-based policing operation. All officers are expected to be able to perform a wide range of duties. An incumbent in this position may be designated "Master Police Officer."