Hampton Police Hiring Process

The Hampton Police hiring process could be compared to completing a checklist.  You must successfully complete each item in order to move on to the next phase.  For example, file a Job Application to be notified about taking the Written Exam.  You must pass the Written Exam to take the Physical Agility Test.  You must have a Medical Clearance to take the Agility Test.  Pass the Agility Test to move on to the Oral Board.

• APPLICATION -
  File a Job Application with us so we can notify you of testing.
  
  
• WRITTEN EXAM -
  Score above the cutoff in a general aptitude test that includes spelling, grammar, math, maps, etc...
  
  
• PHYSICAL AGILITY -
  Meet entry level standards for your age group.  See our Agility Standards for details.
  You must have a Medical Clearance Form to test.
  
  
• ORAL BOARD  -
  Interview with three Veteran Officers posing questions and hypothetical situations.
  
  
• PSYCHOLOGICAL EXAM -
  Testing and Interview to determine suitability for the rigors of Police work.
  
  
• POLYGRAPH  -
  Successfully complete a Polygraph exam regarding your background and behavior.
  
  
• BACKGROUND CHECK -
  Intense analysis of Work history, Criminal & Motor Vehicle records, References, Credit reports, School & Military records.
  
  
• CERTIFICATION -
  Successfully complete the New Hampshire Police Standards & Training Part-Time Officer Academy.
  
  
• PHYSICAL EXAM -
  Complete a Medical Examination and Drug Screen.
  
  
• TRAINING -
  Successfully complete an intensive 100 hour Hampton Police Training program.
  
  
• PROBATION -
  Successfully complete two summer seasons providing satisfactory service.