Job Announcement:

TIVERTON POLICE DEPARTMENT

POST Certified Police Officer

About Our Department:

The Tiverton Police Department is comprised of thirty-one (31) sworn officers and twelve civilian support staff. These honest hard working men and women are committed to the highest level of professional service, providing a safe and enjoyable environment for those who live, work or visit our community. We are committed to addressing quality of life issues that affect all citizens. The department values the cooperation received from members of the community, fostering a partnership based upon a mutual trust. We exercise prudent financial management skills seeking grants and other funding resources that increase our community resources as we strive toward excellence in all phases of our operation

Minimum Application Requirements:

• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
• Must be a United States Citizen
• Must possess a High School Diploma or GED
• Must meet at least ONE of the following requirements:

A graduate of the Rhode Island Municipal Academy or its equivalent AND/OR two (2) years of prior full-time municipal public safety / law enforcement experience.

Selection Process:

The applicants meeting the minimum basic requirements must successfully complete the following phases of the selection process.  Testing Dates, Times, & Location will be emailed to qualified applicants: 

1. Physical Agility Test, which encompasses the following:  300m run, One Minute Sit-up Test, One Repetition Maximum Push-Up, and a 1.5 Mile Run. (Please download and print the Medical Release Form & Physical Agility Standards above and have completed by your physician before this test)
2. Oral Review Boards.
3. Intensive Background Investigation
4. Interview  with Tiverton Personnel Board
5. Psychological Examination
6. Recommendation by Police Chief to Town Administrator and Town Council.
7. Medical Examination.

Please direct questions regarding this position to bpalagi@tivertonpoliceri.com