South Portland Police Department
SOUTH PORTLAND POLICE DEPARTMENT
Integrity * Respect * Service * Fairness * Leadership
The South Portland Police Department is seeking a diverse applicant pool of motivated individuals who want to lead positive change while protecting and serving their community. Currently, we are one of only a handful of departments in the State of Maine that has been nationally accredited by
The Commission of Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA).
As you progress through your law enforcement career with South Portland, you will have the opportunity to experience new responsibilities, challenges, and achievements as South Portland offers dozens of specialty positions along with numerous promotional opportunities. You will have access to the latest police technology, ongoing professional training, and advanced equipment that will make the job safer and more efficient.
Career opportunities include:
Canine Officer
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Detective
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SWAT member
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Field Training Officer
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Crime Scene Technician
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Crisis Negotiator
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Community Response Unit
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MDEA Agent
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Dive Team
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Motorcycle Patrol
Traffic Specialist
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FBI Task Force
Bicycle Patrol
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Computer Crimes
Polygraph Operator
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The average salary of the first year officer is approximately $55,000 and
the average salary of a fifth year officer is approximately $66,000, with both having the potential to make more.
Certified lateral officers will receive preference and will be compensated for prior experience.
Other Benefits Include:
Educational Incentive
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Specialty Position Stipend
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EMT License Stipend
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Physical Fitness Stipend
Education Reimbursement
Clothing Allowance
MainePERS retirement
with 2/3rds at 25 years
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MCJA advanced and Intermediate Certification stipend
Employer Paid Health Insurance
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Paid Court Time
Abundance of optional overtime
Start with 5 weeks of discretionary time off.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
FMI, contact:
Sgt. Shane Stephenson
policecareers@southportland.org
30 Anthoine Street
South Portland, Maine 04106 (207)799-5511 ext: 7224