Patrol Officer

Position Details

The Town of Bridgton is accepting applications for a Full-Time Police Officer. We are seeking a highly motivated, community-oriented individual who enjoys working in a team-focused environment and is committed to professional, service-oriented policing.

• Be at least 21 years of age (or 20 years of age with 60 college credits)
• Possess a valid Maine driver’s license at time of hire
• Be able to perform the essential functions of a Law Enforcement Officer

Applicants who are not currently full-time certified must:

• Have successfully passed the Maine Criminal Justice Academy (MCJA) ALERT Test
• Have passed the MCJA Physical Agility Test within the past year
• Have completed, or be eligible to complete, certification through the Maine Criminal Justice Academy ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).)

An Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice or a related field, or a combination of relevant training and experience, is preferred. Preference may be given to graduates of the Basic Law Enforcement Training Program (BLETP).

• Oral board interview
• Comprehensive background investigation
• Polygraph examination
• Psychological evaluation
• Medical examination

Bridgton is located in southwestern Maine and serves as the hub of the surrounding communities. The area offers a vibrant downtown, specialty shops, restaurants, hospital, movie theater, professional offices, numerous lakes and beaches, boating opportunities, an outstanding 18-hole golf course, and a popular ski resort.

The Bridgton Police Department provides 24-hour coverage, seven days a week, and is actively engaged in the community. We are a small, energetic, community-oriented department focused on professionalism, teamwork, and service.

• Full-time position – 40 hours per week
• Officers work four (4) ten-hour shifts, with three (3) days off per week

• Starting Pay: $30.00 per hour
• Top Patrol Officer Pay: $37.62 per hour for officers with 10+ years of full-time law enforcement experience.

Previous full-time law enforcement experience may be considered for placement on both the pay scale and vacation accrual scale, in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.

• Health and Dental Insurance at no cost to the employee
• Competitive wages and benefits
• Participation in the Maine State Retirement System – Plan 3C
  • 66.66% pension after 25 years of service
• Opportunities for training, advancement, and professional development

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• ALERT Test
• Preference given to Associate’s Degree or higher

The Town of Bridgton is an equal opportunity employer.

Please direct questions regarding this position to:

Phillip Jones
Chief of Police

Bridgton Police Department
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📍 8 Iredale Street, Bridgton, Maine 04009
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