available positions
Top-step base salary up to $84,757 after 2 years of being sworn in as a full-time police officer
What Barrington Police Offers
• Dynamic work environment
• Strong community partnerships
• Comprehensive training
• Specialized assignments
• State-of-the-art equipment
• Extra-duty opportunities
• Continuing in-service and external training
• On-site fitness facility
• Education assistance
Police Officer Benefits
• Top-step base salary up to $84,757 after 2 years of being sworn in as a full-time police officer
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision programs
• Town-paid life insurance
• Paid vacation, personal time, sick leave, and 14 paid holidays annually
• Generous medical and dental buyback for opting out of the health and dental plans
• Pension plan: RI State Retirement
• Continued healthcare upon retirement
• Optional deferred compensation investment plan
• Agency-provided uniform and equipment
• Annual clothing allowance
• Extensive overtime and detail opportunities
• Longevity pay after 3 years of service
• Compensatory time off
• Shift differential pay
Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Barrington Police Department is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island
Job Description:
Brown University is seeking to hire several police officer both later and entry level. To apply for this position, please visit Brown.edu/careers and reference REQ204512 under the external staff applicants tab.
Timeline:
Candidates who are a graduate of the Rhode Island Municipal Police Training Academy or another accredited academy (lateral candidates):
• Application review is on-going
• Candidates may be invited for an interview
Candidates who are NOT a graduate of the Rhode Island Municipal Police Training Academy or another accredited academy (entry level candidates):
• Application review is on-going.
• Physical and written assessment will be administered by F2S (Fit 2 Serve). Please visit their website at fit2serveri.com and register for their next assessments.
• Fit2Serve certifications are valid for: a) Physical fitness test passing score - one year, b) Written test passing score – two years
• For those applicants who have already participated in Fit 2 Serve testing and have valid certifications, we ask that you email your certifications to dps_hiring@brown.edu.
• Those candidates who successfully pass both assessments may be invited for an interview to be scheduled within two weeks of assessments.
This requisition is opened until positions are filled.
Brown University, Providence, Rhode Island
Overview:
The sergeant is a first-line supervisor responsible for all patrol operations during their tour of duty. This includes, but is not limited to, the oversight of campus police officers, communication control officers, public safety officers, security officers, building guards, contract security, and night student operations. The sergeant is responsible for responding to significant incidents on the main campus, in the Jewelry District, and providing guidance to line personnel. As a member of the supervisory staff, the incumbent is also responsible for the field training of officers, investigations, officer safety, community policing, and special assignments related to patrol operations.
Education and Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, management, administration, or a related field from an accredited four-year institution or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five (5) years law enforcement experience or three years experience as a Brown University Campus Police Officer; knowledge of community policing and working with an ethnically diverse community and union population desirable.
• Graduate of the RI Municipal Police Academy or other recognized police training academy.
• Licensed, or eligible for licensing, by the RI State Police.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated interpersonal skills, ability to motivate and team build, and ability to take command of any situation.
• Must demonstrate leadership ability and tact in dealing with employees and University situations.
• Thorough knowledge of and proficiency in the care and use of firearms, self-defense tools, and criminal detection devices.
Brown.edu/careers and reference REQ205658 under the external staff applicants tab.
$56,000 per year salary while attending RIMPTA---$72,246 Probationary Officer Pay---$76,031 after one year of service
Burrillville Police Department
The Burrillville Police Department is conducting an open Recruitment/Application period.
Applicants who have not successfully completed the agility & written examinations through “Fit2Serve” are to be scheduled for the next available testing date. Not having the written and agility testing certificates from “Fit2Serve” does not preclude any candidates from applying to the Burrillville Police Department.
Applicants who are selected as a recruit, and successfully graduate from the RIMPTA, will have their agility & written testing fees reimbursed.
All applicants who have successfully passed the required agility & written testing will be scheduled for an oral board in the upcoming weeks.
$61,687 base salary (upon successful completion of probation period)
The City of Central Falls is seeking qualified individuals who are currently certified by the Rhode Island Police Officers Commission on Standards and Training (POST).
Applicants must have the following qualifications:
• U.S. Citizen
• Minimum of 20 years of age
• Valid driver’s license
• POST certification
• Conditional offer candidates must successfully complete: a medical examination, a psychological examination, an extensive employment background investigation, and confirmation as a lateral transfer by the POST.
Salary and Benefits:
• $61,687 base salary (upon successful completion of probation period)
• $1,000 annual retention bonus
• $1,000 annual clothing allowance
• Longevity incentives
• Tuition reimbursement
• Educational annual bonus: $500 for officers holding a bachelor’s degree; and $1,000 bonus for officers holding a master’s degree.
• Enrollment in RI MERS retirement system
• Enrollment in health coverage (BCBS/Dental/Vision)
• Fourteen (14) paid federal holidays
• Accrued vacation days, sick time, and personal days
Entry Level Salary Range: $76,672 - $89,738 Lateral Salary Range - $81,516 - $89,738 Plus $3000 bonus
Charlestown RI
09/26/2025
Salary and Benefits
Salary (As of July 1st, 2025): 1st year - $71,122, 2nd year - $78,846, 3rd year - $81,516.
- Additional 3% raises to the above salaries July 1st, 2026.
- $1,500 annual uniform allowance, $750 Accreditation & $300 Wellness annual incentive.
- Longevity pay after 5 years. (2.5% of base salary, up to 10% at 20 years of service)
- 4 Vacation Days after 6 months, 8 days after 1st year up to 24 Vacation Days after 15 years.
- 4 Personal Days immediately upon hire.
- Sick Time accrued at 1.5 days per month, 18 days per year,
- 13 Paid Holidays. (Equates to approx. $4,000 annually, added to the above base salary)
- Excellent BC/BS Health Insurance / Dental Coverage.
- Employer supplied healthcare after retirement.
- Paid uniform cleaning. All uniforms and equipment provided.
- Ability to test for promotion after 3 years.
- 25-year pension plan through the Rhode Island M.E.R.S. Retirement System.
- Modern Police Headquarters, cruisers, equipment and technology along with an in-station gym.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be 21 years of age at time of application
- Must possess and provide a valid motor vehicle license
- Must be a U.S. Citizen with a valid Social Security card
- Must be able to pass an extensive background check
- Strongly Encouraged 60 college credits from an accredited college. OR
- Three (3) years of continuous active-duty U.S. Military service. OR
- Five (5) years of reserve U.S. Military service.
- Must be able to successfully pass a written test, physical agility and psychological examination
- Must be able to attend the twenty (20) week rigorous and challenging R.I. Municipal Police Academy.
$61,363.64
• Work in RI’s 8th Largest Municipality.
• Specialty Units and Divisions include Detectives, BCI, School Resource Officers, K9 Unit, Regional SWAT Team,
Crisis Negotiation Team, Bike Patrol, Marine Patrol, and Federal Task Force Opportunities.
• Starting Patrol Salary — $61,363.64
• Top step pay over - $75,167.04 after three years.
• Single Medical Insurance Coverage after full retirement date. (Until age 65. $3,300 per year at age 65 for life for Medicare Supplement)
• Fully vested in pension after only 15 years of service, which can be collected upon full retirement date.
• Educational Opportunities paid for up to including Master’s Degree.
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical (Single and Family) with 50% town buyback option (Approx. $11,000 for family plan)
• Delta Dental Coverage
• Paid Vacation Time (increasing yearly after 5th year up to 27 days)
• $1,700 Annual Clothing Allowance
• 17 Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Time
• Compensatory Time
• Family Illness Days
• Longevity Pay (increases from 4% to 11% years 5-20)
• December Holiday Bonus (1.5% of Salary) paid to Officers with more than 5 Years of Service.
The Coventry Police Department announces that they will be accepting applications for entry level, police officer recruits through September 2025. Recruits will be expected to attend the January 2026 Rhode Island Municipal Police Training Academy.
Individuals who wish to be considered for employment by the Town of Coventry as a Police Officer, at the time of application, must possess a high school diploma or GED; or be a graduate of a POST Certified Police or Law Enforcement Academy; be a US Citizen; have an active driver’s license; and pass all testing requirements. Testing will include a written test, physical fitness testing in accordance with the RI Municipal Police Academy Physical Proficiency Standards, an oral interview, an intensive background investigation, and a medical exam.
Applicants must possess valid Fit2Serve written and fitness passing test certificates dated between December 1, 2024 through September 1, 2025. Additional testing fees are required upon registering at www.fit2serveri.com. Schedule your tests at https://www.fit2serveri.com/schedule-a-test.
ALL PREVIOUS APPLICANTS MUST RE-APPLY
Questions regarding this process can be directed to Captain Benjamin Witt at bwitt@coventrypd.org.
The Town of Coventry is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Minority and female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
$63,689 upon graduation
Newly hired patrol officers will attend the RI Municipal Police Academy and graduate with the rank of Third Class Patrolman. ($63,689) with benefits to include:
- First Class Patrolman - After 2 years ($72,259)
- Medical/Dental/Life Insurance
- 13 Paid Holidays (Approx. $6900)
- 13 Days of Vacation upon completion of one year.
- Two personal days - sick time and comp time
- 40 Hours comp time - for minimal sick time use
- Longevity pay of 7% upon completion of 5 years
- $1,000 Clothing/Equipment Allowance
- $1,000 Clothing Maintenance Stipend
- Overtime and Details available - $53.97 per hour
- Weekend detail rate - $80.94 per hour
Starting at $67,464.04 Top Step $78,296.92
Town of Glocester
The Town of Glocester is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of probationary police officer. Recruits will be expected to attend the July/August 2025 academy.
Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, at least 18 years of age, and possess a valid driver's license. Applicants must possess a High School Diploma or GED certificate. Applicants must meet medical, physical and psychological standards and must pass an extensive background investigation.
Applications may be obtained in person at the Police Department or you can apply at the link below.
Previous candidates must complete new application.
APPLICATION SELECTION PROCESS
Physical Fitness Assessment***
Written Examination***
Applicant Background Investigation
Oral Board Interview
Conditional Offer of Employment
Psychological Examination
***Please not: The Glocester Police Department will only accept Fit to Serve certificate(s) for the Physical Agility portion and Written portion of our testing process. For more information regarding Fit 2 Serve and scheduling testing call (401) 575-7811 or email contact@fit2serveri.com
Additional Information
Blue Cross Coast to Coast
Delta Dental
Paid Holidays
Personal/Sick/Vacation Time
Longevity
Accreditation Bonus
CURRENT TOP STEP TO $82,057
Hopkinton RI
Join Our Team As An Entry-Level Police Officer!
Are You Passionate About Making A Difference In Your Community? Are You Of Good Moral Character? Do You Have A Desire To Serve Others? If So, We Invite You To Apply!
Benefits:
➢ Competitive Salary/Benefits
➢ Current Top Step To $82,057
➢ Ri Mers 25-Year Pension
➢ Paid Leave Time (Vacation/Personal/Compensatory/Sick)
➢ 15 Paid Holidays
➢ Up To 22 Vacation Days
➢ 5 Personal Days After 1 Year
➢ Paid College Tuition
➢ Family Medical And Dental Plan
Minimum Requirements:
➢ Good Moral Character
➢ U.S. Citizen
➢ 21 Years Of Age
➢ Valid Driver’s License
➢ High School Diploma Or Ged
$56K to $76K
Qualifications
- US Citizen
- Minimum age 21 years
- No criminal convictions
- High School Diploma
Benefits
- Salary range: $56K to $76K
- Paid Holidays
- Medical, Dental, and Prescription coverage with a 20% employee co-pay
- Clothing replacement and maintenance allowance
- Longevity incentives
- PRIVATE pension plan
- Vesting at 10 Years and age 55
- Liability and Life Insurance
Top-Step Patrol Salary $76,265.76 (as of 7/1/26)
Minimum Requirements
- Must be a US Citizen
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- Must possess a valid driver's license
- Must possess a high school diploma or GED
- Must obtain, complete and pass all testing requirements
Benefits
- Health/Dental/Life Insurance
- Widow/Widower Healthcare
- Retirement (MERS)
- Paid Holidays/Vacation/Personal Leave
- Clothing/Maintenance/Gun Allowance
- Accreditation Bonus
- Longevity Bonus (based on years of service)
- Professional Development training opportunities
- Education reimbursement (up to a Bachelor's degree)
Starting salary $55,974 while in Academy with Step Increases up to Patrol Step 4 - $81,370.
06/26/2026
$5,000 Sign on Bonus (upon successful completion of one-year probationary period)
● Starting salary $55,974 while in Academy with Step Increases up to Patrol Step 4 - $81,370.
● 25 Year Rhode Island Municipal Police and Fire Pension Plan
● HSA $2,000 Single - $4,000 family plan
● Health Care Waiver- Annual Stipend – Lump Sum of 50% Difference of Town’s Cost
● 4% Annual Longevity after 5 years
● 7% Annual Longevity after 10 years
● 10% Annual Longevity after 15 years
● 13 Paid Holidays
● $1,350 Annual Clothing Stipend
● $1,000 Annual Stipend for Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice Field
● $1,500 Annual Stipend for Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice Field
● Tuition, Books and Fees Reimbursed for classes taken in Criminal Justice Field after completion of Probationary Year
● Annual Leave based on years of service
After 12 months112 hours
After 5 years168 hours annually
After 10 years224 hours annually
● Sick Leave – Accrued annually
200 hours annually after completion of first year
● Casual Leave – 72 hours accrued annually
● Maternity/Paternity Leave – May use up to 126 hours of accrued sick leave
Probationary Salary - $66,741.48 Top Step (year 6) - $86,985.60
10/20/2026
2026- 2027 Salary:
Probationary Salary - $66,741.48
Top Step (year 6) - $86,985.60
Longevity, Clothing Allowance, Paid Holidays
12 vacation days, 3 personal days, 25-year Private Pension Plan and Family Health Insurance.
Candidates must be:
United States Citizen
21 years of age or older
Have a minimum of 60 college credits, or
2 consecutive years of honorable active-duty military service, or
Reserve military services, or
1-year full-time employment as Police Officer.
Valid unrestricted state driver's license upon appointment.
For a full list of qualification options, please visit our website www.narragansettri.gov
Hiring Process:
The hiring process initially involves three phases: a physical fitness test, a written exam, and an oral interview. Candidates who successfully pass all three phases will be selected by the Chief of Police for a background investigation. For further information on our hiring process, please see Recruitment on our website.
Physical Agility and Written Test:
Narragansett Police recognizes and accepts Fit 2 Serve certificates for both the Physical Agility Test and Written exam. Applicants MUST pass the physical agility test (pass/fail) and MUST score a 70 or higher on the written exam. Applicants may submit their Fit 2 Serve Certificates with their application.
Oral Interview:
Once the Town of Narragansett receives the Employment Application Packet, a member of the Narragansett Police Department will contact you to schedule an oral interview. The oral interview consists of a 3-member panel and is held at the Narragansett Police Department, 40 Caswell Street, Narragansett, RI.
Contact Information:
For any questions pertaining to the hiring process or to schedule a tour or ride-along, please contact Lieutenant Ryan McGovern, rmcgovern@narragansettri.gov or 401-789-1091 ext. 306.
For any questions relating to submitting your application or next steps, please contact Staci Croy, Executive Assistant, scroy@narragansettri.gov or 401-789-1091 ext. 213.
Top Step in 3 Years - $83,285
North Providence, RI
To be eligible to apply, you must:
Be a U.S. Citizen;
Be at least 21 years of age;
Possess a high school diploma or GED;
Successfully complete the Physical FItness Assessment Test and Written Examination through Fit2Serve;
Complete and pass other applicable requirements of the recruitment process.
Benefits:
- Top step in 3 years - $83,285
- 20 year retirement at 50% salary
- 13 paid holidays
- Detail rate $65.00/hr; premium detail rate $130/hr
- Comprehensive health care
- Uniform and clothing allowance
- Educational benefits up to a master’s degree
Probationary pay up to 1 year: $73,222 *includes pensionable wages*
10/05/2026
Salary and Longevity
- Probationary pay up to 1 year: $73,222 *includes pensionable wages*
- Top Step Patrol (5 Year): $95,372
- Opportunity to work details and overtime
- Longevity - 2%-13%
- Annual Accreditation Stipend $1,000
- Annual Clothing Allowance $1,900
- 14 paid Holidays
Pension
- Eligible to collect pension after 25 years
- 50% of the highest 3 consecutive years (including all pensionable wages)
- additional 2% per year for every year served after 25 years
Schedule and Time Off
- 8 hour shifts to include 4 days on 2 days off
- 15-30 Vacation Days
- 3 Personal Days
- 15 Sick Days per year
- 4 Family Sick Days per year
- Ability to accumulate 120 sick days that can be cashed out upon retirement for 100% of the value
Other Incentives
- 100% paid College tuition up to a masters degree to include books and supplies
- Paid specialized training opportunities
- Start earning probationary pay while in the academy while being able to accrue compensatory time
$55,867 - $72,900 (top step patrol currently) not including additional pay for overtime and holidays
Richmond, RI
Minimum Eligibility Requirements:
1. Must be a citizen of the United States;
2. Must be at least twenty (20) years of age at the time of hire;
3. Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s (drivers’) license;
4. Must be a high school graduate or have a General Equivalency Diploma (GED) issued by a State Department of Education;
5. Must be a Rhode Island resident or reside within a thirty (30) mile radius of 1168 Main Street, Richmond RI 02898.
6. The Richmond Police Department utilizes Fit2Serve for the physical fitness assessment. All candidates must possess a valid certificate that they have passed the assessment, or must schedule testing through Fit2Serve RI directly at https://www.fit2serveri.com.
The Richmond Police Department is seeking qualified applicants to work as a full-time police officer to fill a current vacancy in patrol. We are seeking a qualified candidate for the July 2025 Rhode Island Municipal Training Academy Class, and additional applications for future eligibility.
SALARY & BENEFITS
1. Salary: Starting salary for probationary patrol officer as of January 2025 is $55,867 - $72,900 (top step patrol currently) not including additional pay for overtime and holidays. Employees are paid bi-weekly based on an average of thirty-seven and a half (37.5) hours per week. Patrol officers assigned to an eight (8) hour shift, working a rotation of four (4) days on followed by two (2) days off. Employees assigned to 2nd shift (3pm-11pm) and 3rd shift (11pm-7am), receive “shift differential”
2. Holidays: Thirteen (13) paid holidays per year.
3. Sick Leave: Twelve (12) paid sick leave days per year accruing to a maximum of 100 days.
4. Vacation: Probationary employees are not eligible for vacation days in their first year but can earn compensatory time as paid leave in lieu of overtime pay. After successful completion of one year of service, employees earn between five (5) and twenty-three (23) days depending on years of service, separate and apart from three (3) “personal days” which equate to paid leave days after five years of service.
5. Longevity: After four (4) years of service, employees receive 3% of their base pay as a longevity increase. There are additional longevity increases of 2% after ten (10) years, 4% after thirteen (13) years, 6% after eighteen (18) years, and 7% after twenty-five (25) years.
6. Healthcare: Full-time employees are eligible for Blue Cross Health Insurance/Delta Dental, in a single plan, two-party plan, or a family plan, with a 20% co-pay.
7. Health Saving Account (HSA): $2,000 Single Plan, $4,000 Family Plan
8. Life insurance: The Town provides a $50,000 life insurance policy for loss of life on duty.
9. Military leave: Eligible employees are afforded two (2) weeks of military leave for annual military training.
10. Pension: Police officers are entered into the State’s Municipal Employee Retirement System (MERS), which provides a minimum of 50% of the employee’s salary upon retirement after twenty-five (25) years of service. Members contribute 9% of their salary to their pension plan.
Salary is $73,820.24. E.O.E.; $82,884.88 starting salary (effective 1/1/2027)
09/18/2026
Seeking qualified candidates to establish a one year eligibility list.
Applicants must be 18 or older;
a U.S. Citizen;
possess valid operator’s license;
must possess a Bachelor’s Degree (in any discipline) by June 30, 2026.
Applicants must successfully complete physical fitness and written testing administered by Fit 2 Serve RI or be eligible for RI POST certification. To register for physical fitness and written testing visit www.fit2serveri.com. Passing physical fitness scores within 1 year prior to the application deadline will be accepted. Passing written test scores within 2 years prior to the application deadline will be accepted.
Applications are available at Smithfield Police Department, 215 Pleasant View Avenue, Smithfield, RI or on the Department website https://smithfieldri.gov/police-recruitment/2026.
The application deadline is September 18, 2026 at 4:00 pm. Previous candidates must reapply. Recruitment and selection process takes approximately five months.
~ The Town of Smithfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
62,093.73 (entry level recruit pay) -96,147.91 (top step patrolman pay with retention)
The South Kingstown Police Department is seeking applicants for the position of police officer. The department focuses on community policing and providing its citizens with high-quality public safety services.
The Town of South Kingstown, Rhode Island is a coastal community covering 63 square miles with more than 30,000 full time residents. South Kingstown is home to the University of Rhode Island, South County Hospital, many popular tourist destinations and a bustling downtown business district.
South Kingstown Police Department has 58 sworn officers that serve in a variety of units within the Uniform, Detective, and Administrative Support divisions.
Minimum standards:
US Citizen, 18 years of age or older, possess a high school diploma or equivalent, be able to speak, read and write the English language, passing certificate of the Fit2Serve physical and written examination, drug screen, psychological and medical examination and comprehensive background check.
Benefits include:
-Longevity increases
- Excellent healthcare (BC/BS)
- Dental (Delta)
- Eyewear reimbursement
- Tuition reimbursement
- Uniform cleaning
- Bereavement leave
- Life insurance
Holidays: 13 Paid Holidays
- 13 paid vacation days
- 11 paid sick days
- 2 paid personal days
- Up to 10 Military Days (days provided annually)
- 25 year MERS retirement
Starting base salary - $63,925
Warren RI
SALARY
Starting Base Salary $63,925
Annual increases to $80,604
Overtime opportunities
Clothing & Maintenance allowance
Accreditation incentive & College Incentive
Full pay while in the academy
Recruitment & Retention Stipend ($1000)
Accreditation Stipend ($2000)
BENEFITS
Health Insurance
Dental Coverage
Pension Plan
Paid sick time
Paid holidays
Vacation days
Longevity after 5 years
QUALIFICATIONS TO APPLY
Must be 18 years of age or older
Must have a high school diploma/GED-equivalent OR 2 years active military service; OR 4 years military reserve service with an honorable discharge
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Have an active driver’s license
Pass all phases of the testing process
Meet requirements of the RI Municipal Police Training Academy
$57,600 probationary year not including overtime or holidays.
10/23/2025
Employment in West Greenwich Includes
• $57,600 probationary year not including overtime or holidays.
• Step 1. $64,748 Step 2. $69,116 Step 3. $80,500 as of 7/1/2026
• Longevity five years 4%, 10 years 5%, 15 years 6%, 20 years 9%.
• Clothing allowance fifteen hundred dollars $1500.00
• College Incentive bonuses
• Life Insurance $10,000.
Health Care
• Employees are eligible Blue Cross Health Insurance/Delta Dental single or family plan with a 20% co pay.
• Health Insurance Waiver: thirty five hundred ($3500.00) - single plan, seventy five hundred ($7500) - family plan.
Pension
• Police officers are entered into the State’s Municipal Employee Retirement System.
Additional Benefits:
• Holidays: Thirteen (13) paid holidays per year.
• Sick Leave: Fourteen (14) paid sick days that can accrue
• Vacation: Probationary year- six (6) days after 6 months, years 1-3- twelve days per year then increasing yearly up to thirty days at twenty (20) years.
• Personal Days: Three (3) separate and apart from vacation time.
• Compensatory time can be earned in lieu of overtime
• All officers guaranteed one (1) day off per week in event of order back
Starting at $72,894 - $78,903 by 2027
The West Warwick Police Department Offers Competitive Wages and Benefits:
- Starting Patrol Salary $72,894 - $78,903 by 2027
- RI Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Saving Plan (single and family)
* Delta Dental Plan Insurance
* Family Medical insurance coverage after retirement
- Life Insurance - $250,000
- State Municipal Retirement System Pension (MERS)
- Opportunities to join Specialized Units and Divisions
* SWAT Team
* Crisis Negotiators
* Honor Guard
* Federal Task Force opportunities
* Community Policing & School Resource Officers
* Detectives & BCI
* Prosecution
Additional Benefits:
- 120-217.5 Hrs Paid Vacation Time
- 120 Hours Paid Sick Time
- 2 Paid Personal Days
- 14 Paid Holidays
- $500 RIPAC Stipend
- Longevity Pay
*4.5% at four years
*13% at twenty four years
Patrol Officer Salary $57,050 (Step 1) - $101,851 (Step 5) | Supervisor Salary $113,000 (2025) – $128,299 (2027)
09/09/2025
SALARY & BENEFITS:
- Patrol Officer Salary $57,050 (Step 1) - $101,851 (Step 5)
- Supervisor Salary $113,000 (2025) – $128,299 (2027)
- Yearly Uniform Allowance
- Holiday Pay
- Private Detail and Overtime Opportunities Available
- 25 Year Private Pension System
APPLICATION QUALIFICATIONS:
All applicants shall meet the following minimum qualifications:
- a citizen of the United States.
- at least 21 years of age.
- possess a valid driver's license.
- be able to speak, read, and write the English language
Probationary salary rate: $1,011.96 weekly
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS TO APPLY:
• Must be 18 years of age
• Must be a US citizen
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Minimum of a high school diploma, or equivalent
• Have no felony convictions
SALARY:
• Probationary salary rate: $1,011.96 weekly
• Salary rate after probation: $1,384.02 weekly / Step 2 - $1,411.69 weekly
• Paid vacation, paid holidays, sick leave, comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance, longevity incentive, detail, and overtime opportunities
WRITTEN TEST
The written test will be administered online by a third-party testing service (information will be provided upon receipt of the application). on the following dates:
Candidates must provide a passing certified Written Exam certificate from one of the test dates listed above or from a written assessment from the third-party testing service within two years. Failure to pass the Written Exam with a 70 or above shall prevent an applicant from advancing in the selection process.
The fee for taking the test is determined by the third-party testing service. They may be contacted if a financial hardship exists.
FITNESS ASSESSMENT
Applicant must schedule through a third-party testing service (information will be provided upon receipt of the application). Candidates must provide a passing certified physical assessment certificate from the testing service dated within one year of application.
The fee for taking the test is determined by the testing service. Please contact them if a financial hardship exists.