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Now Accepting Applications For:
Police Officer

Come join our Police Department and be a part of the exciting and promising future of Burlington, one of the most livable cities in America. We offer exceptional careers for those seeking a challenging profession where you can make a difference.

Benefits of being a Burlington Police Officer

  • Starting salary is $41,503 - $49,269 per year depending upon experience
  • Signing bonus of $5000 for full-time certified law enforcement applicants
  • Signing bonus of $2000 for non-certified applicants
  • Education incentives: annual bonus of $400 for an Associate’s Degree, $800 for a Bachelor’s Degree, and $1200 for a Master’s Degree
  • Work schedule that consists of 10 hour days-- 4 days on and 3 days off with weekends off every other month
  • Specialty assignments include: Canine, School Resource Officer, Detectives, In-house Instructors, Identification Tech/Forensics, Bike Patrol, Motor Unit, etc.  
  • Training and equipment costs paid by the Department
  • Three weeks of time off per year which increases by one week every 5 years up to 15 years of service
  • Family health and dental insurance
  • Sick time and non-use bonus
  • Shift differential and overtime for court appearances
  • City retirement system: 48% base salary at age 45 & 20 years of service or an increased percentage at age 45 and greater than 20 years of service

The Burlington Police Department is committed to diversifying our work force and we encourage women and men with diverse racial, cultural and ethnic backgrounds to apply. We are a progressive organization that values and respects diversity among our employees and within our community.

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of political or religious affiliation, race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, veteran status or disability.  Our Recruitment Officer, Corporal John Federico, can be reached at 802-658-2704 x119 or jfederico@bpdvt.org.

Download the Packet Containing Police Officer Hiring Material/Information & Initial Application (to accompany your resume and cover letter)

Personal History Information Packet

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Emergency Communications Specialist

Do you enjoy a fast-paced environment where you coordinate services with people who need help? Do you like the idea of helping people as part of your job?

We are not currently accepting applications for Emergency Communications Specialists. Please check back again in the future.

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Download the Initial Application (to accompany your resume and cover letter

Personal History Information Packet

 

Beach & Parks Patrol

Working at some of the best beaches, parks and a winning downtown marketplace during the Summer may seem like a dream job; it can be. If you are seeking such a position and have an interest in policing, this could be the job for you! We are now accepting applications which must be accompanied by a letter of interest, resume, and a completed application and Personal History Information packet (see links below). Please contact Cpl. Federico for more information: 658-2704 x119.

We are not currently accepting applications for Beach and Parks Patrol.  We will be accepting applications for the Summer 2009 season in January 2009.

Beach & Parks Patrol City Application

Personal History Information Packet


 
 
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