Job Summary

Join Our Team — Become a Police Officer in Merrimack, NH!

We are accepting applications from Certified Police Officers only at this time.

Are you ready to make a difference in your community? The Merrimack Police Department is looking for dedicated individuals who are certified and currently employed as a full-time police officer.

We practice community policing — working hand-in-hand with residents, businesses, and local organizations to create a safer, more connected town.

Training That Builds Confidence — we offer advanced field training, to prepare you for every challenge. You’ll learn communication, de-escalation, investigative techniques, and more.

Duties/Responsibilities: The patrol officer shall be responsible for the enforcement of the applicable laws of the State of New Hampshire and ordinances of the Town of Merrimack. He/she is also responsible for efficient performance of required duties in conformance with the rules, regulations, and policies of the Merrimack Police Department. His/her duties include responding to emergency and non-emergency calls; identifying criminal offenders/activity and where appropriate, apprehend offenders; reduce the opportunity for the commission of crimes through preventative patrol; aid individuals who are in danger of physical harm; facilitate the movement of vehicular and pedestrian traffic; identify problems that are potentially serious law enforcement or governmental problems; create and maintain a feeling of security within the community; promote and preserve the peace. Perform other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or GED from an accredited institution. Certified Full-time Police Officer.

Current full-time police officers employed in the State of NH must be certified by the NH Police Standards and Training Council and will be exempt from the written exam portion of the eligibility process only.

Applicants shall meet all qualifying standards as set forth by the New Hampshire Police Standards and Training Council.

Before a final offer is extended, chosen applicant will need to undergo a complete background check, including, but not limited to a background history, criminal and driving record, physical exam, drug testing, polygraph, and psychological exam.

SALARY DETAILS

STARTING SALARY IS $34.00/hr. with lateral transfers up to $40.57/hr. at Chief's discretion, based on experience, education, and skills.
Weekly payroll
Educational Incentives - after probation completion
Shift Differential - B-shift - $0.75/hr. and C-shift $1.00/hr.
Field Training Officer Stipend
Special Assignment Stipends
Master Patrol Officer - at 5 years (at least 3 with Merrimack) subject to passing test. $41.00 to $45.26/hr. Top of scale within 18 months after attaining Master Patrol Officer

Benefits

Family Health Insurance Premiums - 100% employer paid
Health Insurance Opt-out - Town pays 25% of amount it saves as result of you opting out of our health plan as long as you have other group coverage. For family plan, this is currently additional $698.70/mo.
Family Dental Insurance Premiums - 90% employer paid.
Life Insurance Premiums - 100% employer paid
Short-term Disability Premiums (26 weeks) - 100% employer paid
Tuition Reimbursement (after probation) - Currently $30,000 per contract year available to union members, 1st come, 1st served.
Group II New Hampshire Retirement System
Clothing Allowance
Clothing Cleaning and Maintenance Subsidy

EARNED TIME AND TIME OFF

Personal Leave Account (PLA)- starting at 144 hours per year - earned weekly, at rate of 2.77 hours available to use once earned
Disability Leave Account (DLA) - 64 hours per year - earned weekly, at rate of 1.23 hours per week available to use for qualified reasons once earned. Annual buyback of hours over 500 at .667%
Bereavement Leave

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The Town of Merrimack is an at-will, Equal Opportunity Employer. The Town of Merrimack does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, creed, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law, nor does it tolerate discrimination or harassment based on these protected statuses. Inquiries regarding discrimination, including matters related to physical or mental disability, may be directed to the Human Resources Director at (603) 424-2331.

The Town offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees which includes:

100% employer paid family health insurance premiums and employee life, and short-term disability insurance premiums.
90% employer paid family dental insurance premiums.
Participation in New Hampshire Retirement System
Optional benefits such as, deferred compensation plans, long-term disability, & supplemental life insurance.
Paid leave including, holidays, vacation, personal, and sick leave.
College tuition reimbursement and flexible spending accounts may also be available depending upon the position.

To learn more details, visit our benefits page.

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