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WILLISTON POLICE DEPARTMENT
POLICE OFFICER POSITION
Department: Uniform Division, Williston Police Department
3/10 - NOTICE: The Williston Police Department is not currently hiring patrol officers.
3/10 - NOTICE: Chief of Police, Williston, Vermont
We are seeking a full-time professional to manage the Police Department with 14 full-time
police officers, two full-time dispatchers and one full-time administrative assistant. Williston is
a growing, progressive community with a residential population of 8,300 and a daytime
population of 18,000. The annual departmental budget is about 1.7 million. The Town seeks
someone with progressively responsible experience and the ability to manage a department with
an emphasis on service. Applicant must have a minimum of 5 to 8 years increasing responsible
experience including several years of command level experience in a comparably sized
department or larger. An Associate’s Degree or greater is required and applicant must be capable
of obtaining certification as a Vermont police officer. Current salary range is $53,300 to
$76,600. For information on what to submit as part of the application process, send an email
request to the Town Manager at rmcguire@willistontown.com. For more information call 802-
878-0919 or visit our web site (http://town.williston.vt.us). The position is open until filled but
the preferred filing deadline for completed applications is March 19, 2010. EOE
Forms: 
Hours: Rotating 12 hour shifts, (7 AM to 7 PM) and (7 PM to 7 AM). Officers generally work a 4 on - 4 off, 3 on - 3 off schedule. Candidate will also be required to work weekends, holidays and
overtime shifts when requested.
Position Objectives:
The Williston Police Department provides a wide array of police services
for the 9,000 residential citizens and almost 20, 000 visitors each
day. The Williston Police Department has a team of highly motivated
and professional law enforcement officers dedicated to providing excellence
in public safety to our citizens. The Williston Police Department
has a proud tradition of service using modern policing tools in conjunction
with community oriented policing policies.
Candidates must hold a high school diploma or GED
Candidates must be a U.S. Citizen
Candidates must possess a current Vermont drivers license
Other Requirements:
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Pass a physical fitness exam, administered by the
Vermont Police Academy
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Oral Interview
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Polygraph Examination - Active full-time certified
officers may be exempt.
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Psychological Review
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Background Investigation
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Minimum service contract (2years) for to Williston
Police Department for non-certified candidates
Applications can be obtained on line at town.williston.vt.us. or from
our Police Department at 802.878.6611.
Desirable Training and Experience
Additional consideration may be given to;
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Candidates who have previous fulltime law enforcement
experience
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Candidates who are currently certified as full time
police officers
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Candidates who have Military Experience
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Candidates who have worked hard to broaden the educational
background
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Base pay for entry level police officer, non certified
is $36,253
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Medical Benefits, Full family coverage, Officer pay
lesser of 10% premium or 2% of Salary
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Paid Vacation-Six (6) days first year, twelve (12)
days second year
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Sick Days-18 Days
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Paid Holidays-12 paid holidays
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Personal Days-2
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Life Insurance-Yes
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Education Benefits-Yes
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Retirement Plan (VMERS) Plan B
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Shift Differential-Yes
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Dental-Family Plan
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Dry Cleaning-Yes
Submit application and resume to:
Chief of Police
Williston Police Department
7878 Williston Road
Williston, Vermont 05495
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