Employment Opportunity: Patrol Officer

The City of Amherst Police Department is now accepting applications for Full-Time Patrol Officer.

Currently working as a patrol officer? Have you graduated from, or are you enrolled in, a police academy?

  • Contractual considerations for prior full-time law enforcement service for:
    • Vacations
    • Longevity
    • Wage
  • After 5 Years Patrol Pay:
    • 2026 – $85,696
    • 2027 – $88,275
    • 2028 – $90,916
  • 12 Hour Shifts
  • 14 Paid Holidays
  • Annual Uniform Allowance
  • Fitness Incentive
  • Special Assignments
  • Up to 6 Weeks Paid Vacation
  • Ability To Work Out On Duty
  • College Compensation Program
  • Medical Insurance