Patrol Officers (Certified and Non-Certified)

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  About the role

  Join the Merrimack Police Department as a Police Officer. No prior law enforcement experience is required. The department emphasizes community policing, working with residents, businesses, and local organizations to create a safer, more connected town. New officers receive comprehensive training, mentorship, and ongoing development, including communication, de‑escalation, investigative techniques, and advanced field training to build confidence for every challenge.

  Responsibilities

  • Enforce applicable State of New Hampshire laws and Town of Merrimack ordinances.
  • Perform duties in conformance with department rules, regulations, and policies.
  • Respond to emergency and non‑emergency calls.
  • Identify criminal offenders/activity and, where appropriate, apprehend offenders.
  • Reduce crime opportunities through preventative patrol.
  • Aid individuals in danger of physical harm.
  • Facilitate movement of vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
  • Identify potentially serious law enforcement or governmental problems.
  • Create and maintain a feeling of security within the community.
  • Promote and preserve the peace.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

  Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.
  • Certified full‑time Police Officer (or eligibility for certification).
  • Meet all qualifying standards set by the New Hampshire Police Standards and Training Council.
  • Undergo a complete background check including background history, criminal and driving record, physical exam, drug testing, polygraph, and psychological exam before a final offer.

  Pay

  • Starting salary: $34.00 per hour.
  • Lateral transfers: up to $40.57 per hour at the Chief’s discretion, based on experience, education, and skills.
  • Shift differentials: B‑shift +$0.75/hr, C‑shift +$1.00/hr.
  • Master Patrol Officer (after 5 years, at least 3 with Merrimack, subject to test): $41.00–$45.26 per hour.

  Benefits

  • Family health insurance premiums – 100% employer paid.
  • Health insurance opt‑out: town pays 25% of the amount saved; for a family plan this is an additional $692.94 per month (provided you have other group coverage).
  • Family dental insurance premiums – 90% employer paid.
  • Life insurance premiums – 100% employer paid.
  • Short‑term disability premiums (26 weeks) – 100% employer paid.
  • Tuition reimbursement (after probation) – up to $30,000 per contract year for union members, first‑come, first‑served.
  • Participation in the Group II New Hampshire Retirement System.
  • Clothing allowance.
  • Clothing cleaning and maintenance subsidy.
  • Earned time:
    • Personal Leave Account (PLA) – starts at 144 hours per year, earned weekly at 2.77 hours, available for use once earned.
    • Disability Leave Account (DLA) – 64 hours per year, earned weekly at 1.23 hours, available for qualified reasons once earned.
    • Annual buyback of hours over 500 at 0.667%.
  • Bereavement leave (as per town policy).
  • Additional benefits include holidays, vacation, personal and sick leave, college tuition reimbursement, and flexible spending accounts where applicable.
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