Police Officer (2 Officers)

The Durham, New Hampshire Police Department is seeking two Police Officer candidates. The applicants selected will provide law enforcement and community-oriented services to this diverse Seacoast/University community. The Durham Police Department is a Meritorious CALEA Accredited agency. Our 2023 community survey rated us with a 97% approval rating, which is way above the national average.

Patrol Officers work a 4 day on 3 day off schedule. Special assignments include Problem Oriented Police (POP), Detective Division, Special Response Team (SRT), Evidence Collection Team, Mountain Bike Patrol and School Resource Officer (SRO).

Starting salary is between $58,275.60 and $72,068.02, depending on experience. This salary does not include holiday pay, educational incentive pay, and if you choose, a generous insurance buyback option.  

Applicants must be 21 years old by the anticipated date of appointment and must be a high school graduate or hold a GED.

Females and Minorities are encouraged to apply.

Our job openings will remain open until the positions are filled. 

The Durham Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please send your Cover Letter and Resume to Captain Jack Dalton at: jdalton@ci.durham.nh.us