What are the responsibilities and job description for the MCJA Certified Police Officer position at City of Sanford?
Full Time MCJA Certified Police Officer
Are you a Certified Police Officer looking for a fulfilling career with a supportive and team orientated department? The Sanford Police Department is seeking dedicated law enforcement professionals to join our amazing group. With a team atmosphere rooted in trust and camaraderie, an exceptional benefits package, and a rewarding pay and vacation structure recognizing your full-time law enforcement experience, this is the opportunity you’ve been waiting for!
Be a part of a department that truly values collaboration, mutual respect, and a commitment to each other’s success. You’ll join a supportive family of officers dedicated to protecting and enhancing the Sanford community.
Lateral pay ensures your prior experience counts, offering you a salary that reflects your expertise from day one. We value work-life balance. Officers receive vacation time based on their total years of full-time law enforcement service, so you can enjoy well-deserved time off sooner. Plus, take advantage of great health benefits, retirement plans and we offer up to a 10% educational incentive based on your credited degree hours!
All applicants must be a high school graduate or hold a GED and be at least 21 years old at the time of hire. POSSESSION OF A MAINE CRIMINAL JUSTICE ACADEMY FULL-TIME POLICE OFFICER CERTIFICATION OR FULL-TIME POLICE OFFICER CERTIFICATION FROM ANOTHER STATE THAT WILL BE ACCEPTED BY THE MCJA IS REQUIRED.
The Sanford Police Department is a community and service-oriented law enforcement agency dedicated to serving with integrity, accountability and fairness. The City of Sanford offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefit package, including a 25 year/no age retirement plan, health insurance, disability insurance, educational pay incentives and an environment conducive to personal growth.
If you’re ready to bring your skills to a rewarding environment, where you can make a difference and be part of an amazing team, apply today with the Sanford Police Department. Join us as we continue building a safe and vibrant Sanford together!
~Applications will be reviewed as received~
Application and instruction packets must be obtained from the Human Resources Department or online @ www.sanfordmaine.org and be returned to:
Human Resources Department
City of Sanford, Maine
919 Main Street
Sanford, Maine 04073
Prospective candidates MUST submit all required documents at time of application. Incomplete position inquiries, including those without accurate contact information, will be rejected.
The City of Sanford is an equal opportunity employer.
Posted: Tuesday, November 4, 2025
Deadline: Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $29.41 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $29