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Town of Smithfield, Rhode Island

Smithfield Police Department: Police Officer

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

Pay: $82,135/yr

Posted: 6 weeks ago

Location: Smithfield, RI (Onsite)

Last Updated: 1 week ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/24/2026

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What they do

A Law Enforcement Officer enforces jurisdictional laws, maintains public safety, and protects property and people in the community. Patrols neighborhoods, responds to emergency calls and crime scenes, watches for traffic and driving violations. Authorized to arrest criminals; prepares cases and testifies in court.

$76,678 / year median in Rhode Island

+6% projected growth

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Job Description

Type:

Full Time Salary/Pay Rate:

$82,135.20

Posted Date:

07/27/2026 Deadline to

Apply:

09/10/2026 4:00 PM

SMITHFIELD POLICE DEPARTMENT

POLICE OFFICER:

Seeking qualified candidates to establish a one-year eligibility list. Applicants must be 18 or older; a U.S. Citizen; possess valid operator's license; must possess a Bachelor's Degree (in any discipline) by December 31, 2026. Applicants must successfully complete physical fitness and written testing administered by Fit2ServeRI or be eligible for RI POST certification. To register for physical fitness and written testing visit www.fit2serveri.com. Passing physical fitness scores within 1 year prior to the application deadline will be accepted. Passing written test scores within 2 years prior to the application deadline will be accepted. Application forms also may be obtained at the Smithfield Police Department, 215 Pleasant View Avenue, Smithfield, Rhode Island, or by visiting the Department's website https://smithfieldri.gov/police-recruitment/2027. Completed applications must be submitted through BambooHR or returned to the Smithfield Police Department no later than 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, September 10, 2026 . Previous candidates must reapply. Recruitment and selection process takes approximately five months. Starting salary for a first-year Patrol Officer is $82,135.20, effective January 1, 2027. E.O.E. Smithfield Police Department Employment Packet (.pdf) Smithfield Police Department Employment Application (.pdf) Smithfield Police Department - Police Officer Application (BambooHR)