Capitol Police Officer - K9 Handler

State of Maine•Augusta, ME

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bureau of Maine Capitol Police is seeking qualified and motivated candidates for a full-time Police Officer vacancy. Our officers have set schedules, and we provide 24-hour coverage, 7 days a week. In addition to the .85 per hour reachability/availability stipend, others are available for Crisis Negotiators, Firearms Instructors, Field Training Officers, and more! Certified Blue-Pins are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will be a certified full-time police officer in the State of Maine or will be required to complete the 18-week basic police officer academy at MCJA within one year of hire. Successful candidates will be required to pass an oral interview, extensive background investigation, and medical examination. A psychological interview and polygraph test will be at the discretion of the Chief of Police. The applicant will also have to meet the minimum standard fitness requirements of the Maine Criminal Justice Academy. Full-time certified Law Enforcement Officers are exempt from the MCJA's minimum physical fitness requirements. This position is an Explosives Detection K9 assignment/Patrol Officer. One hour of overtime per day for K-9 care is included. Take home vehicle is provided.

Requirements

Graduation from high school or equivalent with no criminal or extensive motor vehicle record.
Must be at least 21 years of age at the time of hire.
Valid Maine Class C driver's license.
Must complete Maine Criminal Justice Academy (MCJA) phase one and phase two police officer training.
Must maintain continued certification by MCJA as a Maine Law Enforcement Officer.
Develop and continually enhance interview and interrogation skills
Develop and maintain sound analytical, investigative methods
Ability to conduct investigations and interviews
Develop and maintain sound analytical skills to foster sound decision-making
Ability to quickly assess available facts and make sound decisions
Develop and maintain proficiency in firearms, first aid, and other areas of required certification
Ability to write concise and detailed reports using proper grammar
Be familiar with Microsoft Office programs

Nice To Haves

Certified Blue-Pins are encouraged to apply.
Currently certified by the Maine Criminal Justice Academy as a Maine law enforcement officer.

Responsibilities

Maintaining hypervigilant posture at key State facilities
Conducting crowd control duties
Conducting investigations of alleged violations and complaints
Issuing tickets and/or summonses and arresting violators
Supporting weapons screening operations
K-9 care

Benefits

Reachability/availability stipend
Stipends for Crisis Negotiators, Firearms Instructors, Field Training Officers, and more
One hour of overtime per day for K-9 care is included.
Take home vehicle is provided.
13 paid holidays
12 days of sick leave
3+ weeks of vacation leave annually
Health Insurance Coverage (State pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums)
Health Insurance Premium Credit (decreases employee-only premiums by 5%)
Dental Insurance (State pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums)
Retirement Plan (State contributes 14.06% of pay to MainePERS)
Gym Membership Reimbursement (up to $40 per month)
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness eligibility
Living Resources Program (employee assistance program)
Parental leave (42 consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave for welcoming a child, including fathers and adoptive parents)
Voluntary Deferred Compensation (MaineSaves 457(b) account)