Employment Opportunities

Open Positions

      SRO/Patrol Officer

The Tilton Police Department has an immediate opening for a Full-time School Resource Officer (SRO) for the Winnisquam Regional Middle and High School. This position shall be a uniformed officer who has a certification through the New Hampshire Police Standards and Training Council. This position seeks a passionate, energetic, and dedicated officer with a desire to work with adolescents in our community. The SRO is a highly responsible and critical role aimed at maintaining a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, and staff. The SRO will work collaboratively with school administrators, law enforcement agencies, and community partners to implement effective security measures and foster positive relationships within the school community. 

Benefits

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid time off

• Retirement plan

• Vision insurance

Schedule

• 8-hour shift

• Hours are typically 7:00 am-3:00 pm  M-F. However, you are a sworn patrol officer and may be required to work other events outside of school at the direction of your Supervisor.

Pay

• The salary for this position will be based on law enforcement experience.

Primary Responsibilities

• The School Resources Officer (SRO) is responsible for all students and staff's overall safety and well-being, inside and outside the facility's parameters.

• Build positive relationships with students through mentorship and counseling services. Act as a positive role model, promoting good behavior, respect, and responsibility.

• Act swiftly and cooperatively when responding to disruptions and criminal offenses at school or on school grounds, such as disorderly conduct by trespassers; the possession and/or use of weapons on campus; the possession, sale, distribution, or use of alcohol or controlled substances; rioting or dangerous demonstrations; serious acts of vandalism; etc.

• Provide routine marked police car patrol and foot patrol during the most critical times to provide visibility and discourage unlawful behavior, including the start/end of the school day, lunch periods, recess, and class period transitions (e.g., grounds, roads, buildings, adjacent areas, parking lots, etc.)

• SRO is also responsible for walking during and between classes (Monitoring the bathrooms and checking for truancy.)

• Refers incidents, including personal injuries, altercations, suspicious activities, rule violations, etc., to appropriate site personnel and ensures follow-up in accordance with administrative and student safety guidelines.

• Conduct investigations into incidents of theft or misconduct, gather evidence, and prepare detailed reports.

• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and in accordance with FERPA.

• Assist with emergency response procedures, including evacuations and crisis management.

• Engage with parents, guardians, and community members to address safety concerns and foster a sense of community ownership in maintaining a safe school environment.

• Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the SRO position.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned by their supervisor.

Qualifications

• Must have a New Hampshire Law Enforcement Certification from NHPSTC.

• Must be able to pass a physical, psychological, and background investigation.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with employees, students, and law enforcement personnel, conflict resolution, and problem-solving skills.

Patrol Officer

Qualifications

Tilton Police Department is presently accepting applications for full-time and part-time Police Officers. Both certified and non-certified applicants will be considered. Applicants must be of good moral character, U.S. Citizen, have a high school diploma or equivalent, possess a valid driver's license, and be able to meet all hiring and certification requirements established by the NH Police Standards and Training Council.  

The hiring process may include an interview, physical fitness test, medical exam, psychological exam, and polygraph exam. 

Primary Responsibilities

• Ability to quickly assess a situation and determine the appropriate course of action.

• Investigate criminal acts

• Ability to communicate clearly in a helpful, effective, and professional manner in person, by telephone, and by two-way radio.

• Legible handwriting such that all logs and reports can be easily read by others.

• Technical skills to learn and the use of departmental equipment.

• Excellent interpersonal skills to work and serve at all organizational levels both inside and outside the Town of Tilton.

• Ability to use diplomacy and maintain a high level of confidentiality.

• Provide motor vehicle and foot patrol of town roadways, walkways, parking lots, and residential areas. May provide patrol by bicycle.

• Respond to calls issued via radio and telephone dispatch.

• Provide for the protection of life and property.

• Ensure buildings are locked and secure as appropriate and respond to building alarms.

• Give directions, and provide assistance as requested and when appropriate.

• Direct traffic as necessary.

• Respond to requests for emergency and routine medical assistance as required.

• Determine medical needs, and administer first aid.

Applicants can find the application below or at the Police Department, 45 Sanborn Road, Tilton, NH 03276 

Completed applications can be submitted to Chief Gilman by email at agilman@tiltonpd.org  or in person.

Academy-Non-Certified Officers - $50,960 Annually

Lateral-Certified Officers - $50,960 - $70,761 Annually

Detective

Qualifications

The Tilton Police Department is looking for a Certified Officer with previous Detective experience. Applicants must be of good moral character  and be able to meet all hiring and certification requirements established by the NH Police Standards and Training Council.   

The hiring process may include an interview, physical fitness test, medical exam, psychological exam, and polygraph exam.

Primary Responsibilities

• Investigate criminal acts such as homicides, sexual assaults, armed robberies, home invasions, and property crimes such as burglaries.

• Collect and use forensic evidence to solve crimes.

• Interview informants, suspects, and witnesses to ascertain alibis, clues, time frames, and possible suspects.

• Keep detailed records.

• Collect enough evidence to support a court case against a criminal.

• Process crime scenes.

• File paperwork.

• Follow up on leads.

• Prepare investigative reports.

• Attend autopsies 

• Explain to the jury the significance of evidence as it relates to proof.

• Maintain an in-depth knowledge of federal and state statutes and court cases related to work performed and agency rules and regulations.

• Obtain search warrants.

• Perform surveillance and monitor suspects.

• Analyze laboratory findings.

• Exchange information and coordinate activities with other departments.

• Record physical information about suspects.

• Take fingerprints at crime scenes.

Applicants can find the application below or at the Police Department, 45 Sanborn Road, Tilton, NH 03276 

Completed applications can be submitted to Chief Gilman by email at agilman@tiltonpd.org  or in person.

Lateral-Certified Officers - $53,268 - $70,761 Annually (2.5% over base wage for Detective position)

*Full-time employees will receive a benefits package to include: Health/Dental insurance, life insurance, paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and participation in the New Hampshire Retirement System. 

The Tilton Police Department is an equal-opportunity employer.