OUR BENEFITS
We provide 19 paid holidays each year, in contrast to the 12 typically offered by most agencies.
If you are scheduled to work during the holiday, you will receive time and a half pay, in addition to 8 hours of holiday pay.
We offer Medical, Dental, Vison, and Life Insurance Benefits. We also have insurance opt out Benefit
We also offer an Officer Wellness program and collaborate with First Responders First to provide valuable resources for our officers and their families, allowing them to access support as needed.
Starting Wage $26.75 HR / $55,640 Year
We provide a 401(k) match of up to 3% along with a take-home vehicle program for distances up to 25 miles. Our benefits include paid vacation, sick leave, and compensatory time. Additionally, we offer outstanding health insurance, with Harrisville City typically paying more compared to other cities.
Our officers operate on 12-hour rotating shifts, enjoying every other 3 day weekend off. On holidays, if you are scheduled to work, those shifts are shortened to just 8 hours.
We believe in investing in our officers and training them to become future leaders. Each year, we conduct three firearms shoots a year and provide training in autism awareness, de-escalation techniques, and eight hours of defensive tactics led by POST-certified instructors, as well as certified Gracie Survival Tactics instructors. Our officers also participate in periodic Tactical Medic training. Additionally, we utilize our own training simulator, which offers access to over 900 scenarios, allowing for ongoing training in decision-making skills through real-life Scenarios. During the 2024/2025 training year, our officers averaged 115 hours of training, significantly exceeding the required 40 hours. Most of these training hours were obtained from in-person classes rather than online courses.
Our officers are equipped with FN 509 MRD pistols featuring slide-mounted optics (RDS) and weapon-mounted lights. We provide FN-15 AR-style rifles that are outfitted with Reflex Optics and weapon-mounted lights. Each officer receives a less-lethal shotgun, a Taser, and a Watch Guard (Motorola) body camera (with wireless download capabilities), along with a Full-size Rapid Response Backpack containing extra magazines and various supplies, including medical equipment. Each patrol vehicle is supplied with a ballistic shield and essential breaching tools. Additionally, we offer Dell Latitude rugged laptops that fit into convenient charging stands, which are standard in every vehicle. Anything not provided is supported by a generous uniform allowance.
At Harrisville City Police Department, we’re more than just coworkers—we’re a team, a family, and a place where leadership is built from the ground up.
WE BUILD LEADERS
Here, you won’t just learn how to do the job—you’ll learn how to lead. We believe every officer has the potential to step up, take charge, and make a difference. From day one, you’ll get hands-on training, mentorship, and real opportunities to grow.
WE OWN IT
We take pride in what we do. Every officer is trusted to take ownership—not just of their role, but of the outcomes. That means stepping up, being accountable, and always looking for ways to serve better. It’s a mindset that drives everything we do.
WE’RE A TEAM
Because we’re a smaller agency, we know each other well—and that’s a huge advantage. We train together, back each other up, and genuinely care about one another. That closeness builds trust, teamwork, and a culture where you’re never just a badge number. You’re part of something real. We have the support of our citizens and they trust our department to be transparent and professional.
If you’re looking for a place where you’ll be challenged, supported, and truly connected—Harrisville PD is it. Come join us and be part of something that matters.
In addition to everything mentioned above, we maintain a relaxed policy concerning facial hair and tattoos, while still ensuring that professional standards are kept neat and orderly.
The Harrisville Police Department is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating and maintaining a work environment that is free of all forms of discriminatory harassment, including sexual harassment and retaliation.