The Department currently consists of 20 full-time sworn officers, 8 full-time communications personnel, an administrative assistant and 7 part-time personnel.
With its location on the southern Maine coast, the Department has a marine unit that consists of one full-time sworn officer, a part-time assistant and 2 summer park rangers. The unit operates out of the Town Landing facility with a 27' "First Responder" Safe Boat Defender. While the Department is small, it offers many opportunities for specialty training and positions, such as; detectives, evidence technicians, bike patrol, PTO’s, 2 School Resource Officers, drug recognition expert, accident reconstructionist, K-9 Officer, Motorcycle Unit and Harbor Patrol to name a few.
Falmouth, Maine Police Department
The Falmouth Police Department is a highly professional, progressive agency that embodies the philosophy of community policing while serving a community of approximately 12,000 people. Falmouth is a rapidly growing community located in the Portland metropolitan area on the southern Maine coast. Officers patrol an assigned area for the purpose of crime prevention/law enforcement. Duties include, but are not limited to; investigation of crimes, apprehension of offenders, traffic enforcement, and providing emergency services. Candidates must have the ability to exercise good common sense and discretion, and be able to analyze situations quickly and objectively. Applicants must be able to make decisions under pressure.
Minimum of 21 years of age United States citizen High school diploma or equivalent College and/or military experience desirable Applicants who meet the basic qualifications are selected on a competitive basis. The selection process includes the following: Maine Criminal Justice Academy ALERT Test MCJA Physical Fitness Entrance Exam Interview Board Examinations Medical Examinations Polygraph/Psychological Exam Background Investigation