Fort Kent Police Department
Full Time Police Officer
The Fort Kent Police Department is aggressively seeking highly qualified and motivated
individuals for the position of Police Officer. This application process will fill (one) Full Time
position.
Job requirements are: minimum age of 21 years old, High school diploma or equivalent and a
valid Maine driver’s license at time of appointment; and an ability to successfully complete a
structured hiring process. Qualified applicants will be required to pass an oral board and
Background investigation. The (Full Time) position will require the Official certification as a full
time officer from the Maine Criminal Justice Academy or the ability to successfully complete
such certification. This certification requires the applicant to pass a physical readiness test,
Medical, Psychological and Polygraph test.
Part-time Per-Diem Dispatch
We are also presently taking applications for Part-time Per-Diem Dispatch position.
Provides communication and support services to the police, fire and ambulance departments.
Inputs and accesses information automated law enforcement systems. Coordinates dispatching of
emergency police, fire and other public safety equipment by receiving and transmitting radio
calls. Receive requests for information regarding vehicle registration, driving records and
warrants, and provides pertinent data. Inputs and retrieves computer data quickly. Types letters,
forms and reports on computer keyboards. Processes emergency requests for service. Answers
questions and provides information to the public over the telephone and in person. Maintains
accurate, up-to-date files and logs. Relates effectively to those contacted in the course of work.
Prepares reports as required. Uses good judgment in making decisions, in emergency and routine
situations. Performs other duties as required.
Public safety dispatchers work rotating shift assignments including weekends and holidays, and
are assigned to work one of the shifts in a 24-hours period.
The Town of Fort Kent offers competitive salary and Benefits
Please forward resume, cover letter with application to the Police Department:
Chief Tom Pelletier
Fort Kent Police Department
416 West Main Street
Fort Kent, Maine 04743
E-mail: police@fortkent.org
The application deadline is Wednesday October 16, 2015 at 5:00 pm.
Applications can be picked up at Police Department or online at www.fortkent.org
The Town of Fort Kent is an Equal Opportunity Employer