Town of Mechanic Falls - Police Officer

Start Date: March 21, 2025 | End Date: August 01, 2025
County: Androscoggin County
Job Type: Public Safety - Police
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The Town of Mechanic Falls is looking for highly motivated and community-oriented individual with a powerful desire for public service.

All applicants must be at least 21 years of age, at least a high school graduate or GED, and hold a valid driver's license.  Successful candidates will be required to pass a MCJA physical agility test, Alert exam, an extensive background investigation, polygraph testing, psychological exam, physical exam, and interview board(s). The MCJA physical agility test and Alert exam are exempt for certified Officers.

The Town of Mechanic Falls offers a comprehensive benefit package with competitive pay. New hires with no experience start at $24.13. The Police Chief and Town Manager have the overall discretion to lateral transfer any employees at any year step from a pay range of ($24.13-$30.85). The pay range is set to increase this July to $28.16 thru $35.99 based on experience.   Our Police Officers work a 12- hour rotating schedule with every other weekend off.

The Town of Mechanic Falls offers a comprehensive benefit package including Maine State Retirement plan 3C. In lieu of MEPERS, ICMA 401 plan is offered. The town also offers a strong health insurance plan (Anthem Gold Blue Choice PPO) for the employees and their family with the town paying 95% of the premiums. Dental and Eye care plans offered w/additional cost. HRA: Health reimbursement account that reimburses employees for deductible and most out of pocket expenses. Current levels of $3000 single, $6000 spouse, children, and family.

Additional Benefits include:

• All equipment and training required are provided by the Town.
• Yearly Longevity Stipends begin after 2 years of service at a rate of $1,000 which gradually increases each year to $3,000 at 10 years of service and beyond.
• Night shift differential pay.
• Twelve paid holidays.
• Certification Stipends.
• Ample training opportunities.
• Court/Call Out pay (minimum 4 hours OT).
• Uniform allowance.
• Gym membership reimbursement $150.
• Patrol Rifle Purchase Program.

Application can be found at the Town of Mechanic Falls webpage under Employment Opportunities.  Or by using this link.  https://mechanicfalls.govoffice.com/vertical/sites/%7B95B71D9E-3D80-403F-8086-C2CFADEB5CA9%7D/uploads/%7B6184F209-6578-41DB-848F-75F425893460%7D.PDF

Applications can be returned to: Mechanic Falls Police Department 108 Lewiston Street, Mechanic Falls, ME 04256   ATTN: Sergeant Paul Schroeder. Applications and other applicable documents can also be emailed to Sergeant Schroeder at [email protected].