Patrol Deputy

Location

Portland, ME | United States

Job description

The Cumbe r land County Sheriff’s Office is looking for Patrol Deputies to join our ranks!   We are a very progressive law enforcement agency that promotes a Community Policing philosophy.  This position is 40 hours per week, with a full benefits package. Pay is commensurate with experience and starts at $28.36/hr.  Stipends and shift differentials are available, as well as up to 15 YEARS in lateral credit and a $6,000 sign on bonus for blue pins!

Our dedicated and elite Patrol Deputies:

• Prevent crime by explaining and enforcing applicable federal, state, county, and local laws and ordinances; teaching preventative, protective, and defensive tactic s ; m e diating disputes; patrolling assigned area; responding to n o tice s of disturbances; conducting searches; observing suspicious activities; d etaining sus p ects.
• Apprehend suspects by responding to complaints and calls for help; observing violations; making arrests.
• Conduct criminal investigations by gathering e v idence; interviewing victims, witnesses and sus p ects.
• And MORE!

To join us in p rotecting and serving t h e citi z e ns and visitors of towns in Cumber l and County you m ust:

• Be at least 21 years of age;
• Hold a HS Diploma or equivalent;
• Hold a valid Maine Driver’s Licen s e;
• Reside in the State of Maine and not more than 15 miles outside the Cumberland County border.
• As a CALEA accredited agency, until spring 2024, we are only able to hire MCJA certified patrol officers (ie blue pins).

If you meet the above requirements, we'd love to see your application!  

Cumberland County offers an excellent and comprehensive benefits package and is proud of its talented and dedicated workforce.  Come join our team and culture of engaged employees.  Our strong management team is dedicated to providing employees with inspiring leadership, a positive and friendly workplace, support, encouragement and the necessary tools for success.  We offer tuition reimbursement, wellness program, and professional development and training opportunities.

This position is 40 hours per week, with a full benefits package. Pay is commensurate with experience and starts at $28.36/hr.  Stipends and shift differentials are available, as well as up to 15 YEARS in lateral credit and a $6,000 sign on bonus for blue pins!

Cumberland County is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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