Job Announcement:

BRISTOL POLICE DEPARTMENT

Police/Rescue Dispatch

Starting $55,740

The Bristol Police Department is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Police/Rescue Dispatcher. Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Must be a United States citizen
• Must be at least 18 years of age on or before appointment.
• Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license
• Must possess a high school or GED.
• Must pass a comprehensive background investigation, oral interview, drug screening, and a medical exam before appointment.
• Must be willing and available to work various shifts and hours.

 

SALARY:

• $51,329
• Clothing Allowance $700 yearly 
• Regular Detail Rate $56.00 p/h
• Special Detail Rate $76.00 p/h
• Longevity 4-7      years of service    3% = $1,539
  • 8-12 years of service      4% =  $2,053
  • 12-17 years of service    6% = $3,079
  • 17-22 years of service    7% = $3,593
  • 22-plus years of service 8% = $4,106
• Annual Accreditation Incentive $750
• 15 Paid Holidays Annually $2,961

 

BENEFITS:

• 15 Paid Holidays Annually
• 3 Personnel Days
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Blue Cross/Delta Dental with low deductible & co-pay
• Paid Sick Time
• 160 Compensatory Time accumulation 
• MERS State Pension Retirement

• Full medical post-retirement until Medicare age 65

Vacation Days

• 1    year of service (7 days annually)
• 2-4 years of service  (12 days annually)
• 5-9 years of service (17 days annually)
• 10-16 years of service (22 days annually)
• 17-plus years of service (26 days annually)

• Medical Yearly Buy-Back Option

Single Plan $2,400         Family Plan $6,000

   (based on the current collective bargaining agreement)

APPLICATIONS:

The police application can be obtained at www.PoliceApp.com/BristolRI beginning Friday, December 8, 2023, and completed no later than 11:59 PM on Sunday, February 18, 2024.  For an in-depth benefits package and requirements, An Applicant Handbook is provided by visiting www.PoliceApp.com/BristolRI.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Town of Bristol is an Equal-Opportunity Employer.

Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply.

The Bristol Police Department is a Nationally and State Accredited Law Enforcement Agency.

Please direct questions regarding this position to rmourato@bristolri.gov