What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patrol Officer position at Town of Lisbon?
Full-Time Patrol Officer Position
The Lisbon Police Department is seeking qualified applicants for a Patrol Officer position, who are motivated to make a difference in the lives of others and our community while working in an organization that values Integrity, Respect, and Compassion for all.
Town of Lisbon offers a competitive salary with starting pay July 1st 2025 with no experience at $30.50/hour (Entry is $31.10 with Bachelors Degree). We also offer Lateral pay for existing police officers up to the 8 year step. A progressive benefits package with options of Health Insurance paid at 85/15, Dental Insurance paid for by the town, vision, life insurance and short-term disability insurance, educational stipends, military stipends, Instructor stipends and the Maine State Retirement plan at 25-years of service at 2/3rds pay retire at any age. ICMA retirement is also available. The department has various opportunities to get involved in, such as Firearms Instructor, MARC Instructor, Less Lethal instructor, RAD Instructor, Simunitions Instructor, SRO Instructor, MARC Instructor, Simmunitions Instructors and we also have advancement opportunities such as CID, MDEA and our K9 program.
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
- Must be at least 21 years of age or 20 years of age with 60 college credits.
- Be in good physical condition.
- Pass the MCJA ALERT Test prior to interview date is preferred and for a list of upcoming dates, please contact MCJA @207-877-8000. (non-certified officers)
- Pass the MCJA Physical Fitness Test prior to interview date is preferred, but not required. (non-certified officers)
- Have a valid Maine driver’s license, or the ability to obtain one within 30 days after the employment start date.
- Must not have an extensive traffic record, or any criminal record that would result in ineligibility to obtain a certificate from the Maine Criminal Justice Academy (MCJA).
Preference may be given to candidates who are certified law enforcement officers, have post secondary education or prior military experience, or those who have successfully completed all phases of the Maine Law Enforcement Pre-Service Training Program. Successful candidates will have to pass an extensive background investigation, to include a psychological, polygraph, and medical examination.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $30.50 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Lisbon, ME (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Lisbon, ME: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $31
