What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer position at Town of Morristown?
The Morristown Police Department is accepting applications from Vermont-certified police officers with a level III certification for the position of full-time Patrol Officer.
We are a community-oriented agency committed to creating a safe quality of life for more than 5,000 residents, local businesses, and visitors. Morristown is the largest town by population in Lamoille County covering an area of 51.29 square miles and serves as the regions center for commerce, social services, and health care.
Morristown Police offers specialized unit opportunities for the following: SIU (Special Investigation Unit), the Vermont Drug Force, Drug Recognition Expert, K9 Unit, Commercial Motor Vehicle Enforcement, small Unmanned Aircraft System (sUAF), and Snowmobile Enforcement.
Current applicants that are level III certified will receive a $15,000 sign-on bonus for in-state (Vermont) certification. We also offer an accelerated hiring process that includes a resume and letter of intent, oral board interview, psychological evaluation, and extensive background check for certified applicants.
Other benefits include but are not limited to:
- Flexible work schedule
- 12 Paid Holidays
- Shift Differentials
- Vermont Municipal Employer Retirement System (VMERS) with early retirement option at age 50 with 20 years of service
- Equipment and uniforms provided
- Specialty assignment options including Field Training Officer and Range Instructor
- Paid sick, vacation, personal, and bereavement leave
- Travel/Educational Reimbursement
- Physical Fitness Incentive and Fitness Reimbursement
- Paid life and short-term disability insurance
- Medical/health/dental plans
- Community outreach opportunities and events
Requirements that must be met prior to consideration for employment are; U.S. Citizenship, High School diploma or GED equivalent, a valid driver’s license, no illicit drug use for one (1) year prior to application submittal, no convictions for felony crimes or any crime involving moral turpitude, and no domestic abuse orders in effect from any state or U.S. territory.
The Morristown Police Department is an equal opportunity provider, and employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, religion, gender, or familial status.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to:
Email: HR@morristownvt.gov
Town of Morristown
Human Resource Department
PO Box 748
Morristown, VT 05661
Pay: $31.57 - $45.99 per hour
Benefits:
- 457(b)
- Dental insurance
- Dependent health insurance coverage
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $32 - $46