The department answers a wide variety of calls for service, from parking complaints and barking dogs to domestic violence and homicide. We dedicate ourselves to work in partnership with the community to fight crime, reduce fear and improve the quality of life in our neighborhoods.
The Fairmont Police Department is a 24-hour a day/7 days a week operating department.
The department consists of 36 sworn officer positions and 8 civilian support staff. All officers receive law enforcement certification through the West Virginia State Police Academy and go through a 16 week Field Training Officer Program.
https://www.fairmontwv.gov/161/Police-Officer-Job-Requirements