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.
The base salary ranges, not including extra duty and Overtime pay, range from $31.57 - $45.99 per hour based on experience.
Benefits include but are not limited to:
- Flexible work schedule
- Twelve Paid Holidays per year
- Shift Differentials
- Vermont Municipal Employer Retirement System (VMERS D) with early retirement option at age 50 with 20 years of service
- 457 Plan
- 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, accidental death/dismemberment insurance
- Medical/Dental/Vision coverage for the employee and family
- Community outreach opportunities and events
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Direct Deposit (Mandatory)
- Step Plan with increase for years of service
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.
Out of State Applicants- The Morristown Police Department encourages out of state applicants to apply to our department. If you are currently full time certified in another state, you are still required to complete all stages of the hiring process. If your current certification is comparable to the Vermont Police Academy, the Vermont Criminal Justice Training Council may waive the requirement for you to complete the Vermont Police Academy.
The Morristown Police Department will not tolerate unlawful harassment or discrimination on the basis of political or religious affiliation, race, color, national origin, place of birth, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, disability, HIV positive status or genetic information.
Women, Minorities, Veterans and Persons with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply. The Morristown Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to:
HR@Morristownvt.gov Town of Morristown Attn: Human Resources Director
PO Box 748
Morrisville, 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
- Military leave
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Uniform allowance
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $32 - $46