Brunswick Police Department
28 Federal Street
Brunswick, Maine 04011
(207)725-5521 Emergency 9-1-1

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   Patrol Officer
Town of Brunswick

The Town of Brunswick is seeking candidates for the rewarding position of Patrol Officer.  If you are currently a certified law enforcement officer, or are interested in a career opportunity where on a daily basis you can help others, and have a positive impact on people’s lives, then we’d like to hear from you, and invite you to investigate a challenging and rewarding career in the law enforcement profession with one of the finest law enforcement agencies in the Country.  If you are up to the challenge, than please read on. 

We offer career opportunities within a progressive, team oriented work environment, serving a coastal community of 25,000+ residents.  Brunswick is also the home of the esteemed Bowdoin College campus, and the Brunswick Naval Air Station.  Brunswick is one of Maine’s most progressive, fastest growing towns offering a law enforcement career and training opportunities surpassed by few.

The town of Brunswick provides a unique law enforcement experience – the excitement and variety of police work characteristic of a moderately sized community, yet also the opportunity to personally interact with the community’s residents.

Our excellent benefit package includes competitive pay and offers a lateral entry option commensurate with experience.  Our benefits also include educational assistance/incentive, physical fitness bonus, paid gym memberships, yearly clothing allowance, an employee/family health and dental plan option, and retirement options including Maine State Retirement System.   

To be considered for this outstanding opportunity, you must be at least 21 years of age,  have a valid driver’s license, and have attained an Associates Degree (or 60 college credits) or equivalent work/military history with specialization in criminal justice preferred.  In addition, you must receive a minimum score of 50 at the Maine Criminal Justice Academy ALERT Test and successfully complete a Physical Agility Test (PAT).  The ALERT test will be offered March 19^th and April 2^nd at the Maine Criminal Justice Academy in Vassalboro.  Candidates must take the Brunswick PAT, offered Saturday, April 5, 2008.  Leading candidates will undergo Oral Board interviews, background investigations, polygraph/physiological/and a medical exam.    

An employment application is available, along with the job description and PAT standards, at the Human Resources Office, 28 Federal Street, Brunswick, or at www.brunswickme.org and www.brunswickpd.org.  Applications are required and must be returned to Human Resources with a cover letter, copy of valid driver’s license, and Alert score (if available) by Friday, March 28, 2008. 

The Town of Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer

NATURE OF WORK

             This is functional police work involving the protection of life and property, the apprehension of offenders through preventative patrol, and enforcement of laws and ordinances.

             Work involves the performance of routine police assignments which are received from the Communications Center or supervisors.  Work normally consists of routine preventative patrol, preliminary investigations, traffic regulation and in-depth investigations as assigned, which may be performed in cruisers or on bicycle or foot.  Work may involve an element of personal danger and employees must be able to act without direct supervision and exercise discretionary judgment in meeting emergencies.  Officers may receive special assignments which require specialized abilities and knowledge acquired through training and experience on the department.  Assignments and instructions are received from supervisors who review work methods and results through reports, personal observations and performance evaluation discussions.

            Work is performed under the direction of the Commander of the Patrol Division and is reviewed through the inspection of related records and comprehensive performance evaluations.

EXAMPLES OF WORK

Patrol of designated geographic area of the town on foot, bicycle or in a cruiser for the protection of life and property, the prevention of crime, the detection and apprehension of offenders, and the enforcement of traffic and parking regulations.

Answers calls and complaints involving crimes, automobile accidents, domestic disputes, traffic control and others involving both misdemeanors and felonies.

Conducts preliminary investigations and gathers and preserves evidence at crime scenes, seeks and obtains witnesses, makes arrests, and subsequently testifies as a prosecutorial witness in court.

Interviews people with complaints, inquiring and attempting to initiate a proper disposition or direct them to other appropriate authorities.

Conducts accident investigations, providing immediate care for the injured and takes appropriate action to prevent further accidents; interviews operators and witnesses; takes written and oral statements; examines vehicles and roadways; observing traffic control devices and obstructions to view; takes necessary measurements and photographs; assures that the scene is clear of obstructions and wreckage.

Inspects restricted parking areas for violations and issues traffic tickets for parking and moving violations; directs traffic whenever necessary; participates in numerous types of escorts.

Maintains activity reports; completes and submits required field reports on special and assigned investigations.

Performs related work as required.

 REQUIREMENTS OF WORK

             Knowledge of pertinent laws and ordinances, particularly the laws of arrest and seizure.

 Ability to acquire knowledge in the principles of accident investigation and the effective techniques of interrogation.

             Ability to acquire considerable knowledge of the geography and demography of the Town.

             Ability to acquire knowledge of, and abide by,  the rules and regulations of the Police Department.

             Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively and to determine the appropriate course of action to be taken.

             Ability to acquire knowledge of the procedures governing the preservation and seizure of evidence.

             Ability to acquire knowledge and skill in the proper use and care of firearms.

             Ability to deal with physical confrontations.

Ability to enter dwellings through windows during emergencies requiring the protection of life and property, and the ability to carry injured people from vehicles and buildings.

Ability to operate a motor vehicle for extended hours at a time.

Knowledge of local ordinances and state laws related to law enforcement actions.

Ability to use appropriate discretion in resolving disputes.

Must maintain valid police officer certification from the State of Maine.

Must possess a valid Maine operator's license.

Possess accurate depth perception, as well as near/far vision of 20/40, uncorrected or corrected.

Possess the ability to hear within three feet and on the telephone.

Possess fine motor dexterity in both hands required for computer use and weapons handling.

Possess the ability to walk and stand for long periods of time with intermittent sitting or bending.

Ability to run after alleged offenders in order to apprehend same or assist another officer.

Ability to jump over obstacles when running after offenders.

Ability to carry required equipment on waist belt (i.e., firearm, cuffs, chemical agents, ammunition, impact tool, and flashlight).

Ability to maintain the necessary level of physical fitness and agility to perform the essential functions of the job.

Possess the ability to speak, read, and write English at a minimum of 12^th grade level.

Possess the ability to deal courteously with the public and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public.

Possess the ability to arrange and deal with tasks in order of importance.

Possess the ability to accurately and quickly transfer information received without transposition of figures or letters.

Possess the ability to learn new tasks and to work independently.

Possess the ability to follow both written and verbal instructions.

Possess the ability to lift, push and pull supplies (up to 35 lbs.) and to reach, open and close file cabinets.

Possess the ability to express oneself in such a way that one is readily and clearly understood both verbally and in writing.

Possess the ability to keep varied records, to assemble and organize data, and to prepare standard reports from such records.

Ability to acquire proficiency on the use of a computer terminal, personal computers, and related equipment.

 DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

             High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelors degree preferred.  Experience in dealing with the public, good communication skills and computer skills strongly preferred.  Must be certifiable through training program for police officers mandated by State statutes.

Communications Officer
Brunswick Police Department
Town of Brunswick

The Town of Brunswick is seeking an energetic team player for this challenging and responsible position in our Police Department. In this role, you will operate a complex telecommunication system, transmitting and receiving radio messages and responding to requests from citizens by phone or in person for all public safety services which includes enhanced 9-1-1. This is a rotating shift 40-hour per week position. 

The successful candidate must have a high school diploma or GED as well as experience and proficiency in the use of computers.  You must also have the ability to receive and disseminate information accurately and without delay; maintain composure during extremely demanding and potentially stressful situations; and pay close attention to detail.  Prior experience preferred, but will train the best candidate.  The successful candidate will be required to complete three certifications through the Maine Criminal Justice Academy.  A job specific written test will be administered Tuesday, January 8, 2008.  The final candidate must pass an extensive background check, hearing test, polygraph and psychological exam.  This union position has a salary range of $14.510 to $17.293 per hour with a generous benefit package including medical, dental, life and disability insurances as well as multiple retirement plan choices, paid vacations, compensatory time, personal time and holidays. 

An application is required and available, with job description, at the Human Resources Department, 28 Federal Street, Brunswick, or on the web at www.brunswickme.org.  Deadline for applications is Friday, December 21, 2007 by 4:30 p.m.  

NATURE OF WORK

This is skilled work operating a telecommunication system, transmitting and receiving radio messages and responding to request from citizens by phone or in person for all public safety services.

Duties and responsibilities of position involves accurate dissemination of calls for service to appropriate agencies.

Work involves clerical activity relating to communicative responsibilities and operation of a computerized teletype system.  An employee in this classification works with considerable independence, but supervision is available from an immediate patrol supervisor for the complex assignments and during emergency situations.

EXAMPLES OF WORK

Transmits and receives radio calls between a central communications center and police, fire and ambulance units in the field.

Assigns and sends officers to various geographic locations which require service and maintains all necessary related records.

Maintains all necessary logs as required by the Field Reporting System and departmental policy.

Responds to various requests by the public by phone or in person which are informational, and issues certain requested permits.

Performs related work as required.

REQUIREMENTS OF WORK

Knowledge of the geographics and demographics of the municipality.

Knowledge of radio techniques as prescribed by Federal and State regulations and departmental policy.

Ability to receive and disseminate information accurately and expeditiously.

Ability to write and speak clearly.

Ability to maintain composure during extremely demanding periods.

Ability to maintain related clerical records.

Familiarity with computer systems and their operations.

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Graduation from a standard high school or equivalent.  Supplemental training courses in business education or related field and excellent communication skills or any equivalent combi­nation of training and experience.

Essential FUNCTIONS

Ability to deal with verbal and physical confrontations.

Ability to operate a computer keyboard, typewriter and calculator key pad with a minimum of one hand.

Ability to read, write and speak the English language on a 12^th grade level.

Ability to acquire considerable knowledge of the pertinent laws and ordinances of the Town of Brunswick and the State of Maine.

Ability to acquire considerable knowledge of the geography and demography of the Town.

Ability to acquire knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Police Department.

Some knowledge of modern police practices and procedures.

Ability to deal fairly, impartially, and courteously with the general public.

Ability to analyze the situations quickly and objectively and to determine the appropriate course of action to be taken.

Ability to obtain information through interview.

Ability to speak and write effectively.

Ability to transmit and receive radio calls between central communications center and police, fire and ambulance units in the field.

Ability to assign and send officers to various geographic locations which require service and maintain all necessary related records.

Ability to maintain all necessary logs as required by the Field reporting System and departmental policy.

Ability to respond to various requests by the public by phone or in person which are informational, and issue certain requested permits.

Ability to acquire knowledge of radio techniques as prescribed by the Federal and State regulations and departmental policy.

Ability to receive and disseminate information accurately and expeditiously.

Ability to maintain composure during extremely demanding periods.

Ability to maintain related clerical records.

Familiarity with computer systems and their operations.

Must possess a hearing level adequate to perform all of the above duties.

Accurate depth perception, as well as near/far vision of 20/40, uncorrected or corrected.

Ability to accurately transfer information received without transposition of figures or letters. 

The Town of Brunswick is an Equal Opportunity Employer