Police Officer

Police Officer Job Type: Full Time Essex, VT Essex Police Department Salary: $73,944 - $107,764. Position Summary: The Essex Police Department is looking for motivated, honest and enthusiastic individuals looking to make a difference in the Essex Community. The Essex Police Department strives to hire individuals willing to step up to the challenge of a career in Law Enforcement. If you embody the traits of professionalism, strive for excellence and are willing to go above and beyond, then we want to speak with you. The Essex Police Department serves an approximate population of 22,000 full time residents. As a department we provide Administrative, Patrol, Investigative, Crime Prevention, Dispatching and Emergency Management services to a mix of commercial, industrial and residential customers. Employment with the Essex Police Department will expose you to all these elements. Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of the application. Must have no less than 20/20 corrected vision in each eye. Must be drug free for a minimum of three years. High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associates Degree or higher, Honorable Military Service or equivalent Law Enforcement work history preferred. Must have no felony or serious misdemeanor convictions, nor any habitual or serious traffic offenses, Domestic violence or assault convictions. Other violations, which may adversely affect a law enforcement career, will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Vermont State driver's license. Must obtain and maintain Basic First Aid Certification. Must successfully complete written aptitude, physical fitness, MMPI, panel interview. Upon conditional offer of employment, candidate must successfully complete polygraph examination, background investigation and a physical examination by your health care provider. Must be able to meet fortieth percentile physical fitness graduation standards required by the Vermont Criminal Justice Training Council (see below). Must successfully gain full-time certification through the Vermont Police Academy (VPA). Must successfully complete all department required trainings and certifications. Get More Information/Apply View All Jobs Prep for Exam