Protect and Serve with Pride

The primary mission of the Rochester Police Department is to safeguard life and property. We achieve this through fair and impartial enforcement, always respecting the rights and dignity of the public. Our actions are grounded in the law and the integrity of our agency. The quality of our service will be judged by the public based on our performance. Therefore, we hold all personnel to the highest ethical standards. We fulfill our mission through crime prevention, strong public relations, and dedicated community policing.

Join Our Team

We're offering a $10k sign-on bonus for certified officers!

A Career in Law Enforcement Starts Here

The Rochester Police Department is hiring certified and non-certified police officers. Duties include patrol, investigations, and traffic control to maintain peace and protect the community. Opportunities are available in various specialized units such as ISB, POP, Motorcycle and Mountain Bicycle Patrol, Evidence Collection, SWAT, TAR, CEO, and the K9 Unit, along with roles as instructors in multiple areas. The FY24 salary range is $58,593.60 to $77,946.69, based on experience, with benefits including health, dental, and life insurance, NH Retirement System, ample leave, load-bearing vests, and access to an in-department gym.

​​To apply, send your cover letter, resume, and City of Rochester employment application to Recruitment Officer Isaac Moon at [email protected] or 23 Wakefield Street, Rochester, NH 03867. For inquiries, call (603) 330-7151.

Good Benefits

Health, dental, life insurance, retirement, time off, in-department gym.

Growth Opportunities

Opportunities are available in various specialized units along with roles as instructors.

Competitive Salaries

The FY24 salary range is $58,593.60 to $77,946.69, based on experience.

Become a Communications Specialist

We're looking for highly motivated people to join our team.

Making a Difference in the Community

Through community policing initiatives, officers build trust and foster positive relationships with residents, addressing concerns and collaborating on solutions to local issues. Our commitment to upholding the law and protecting citizens helps create an environment where people feel safe to live, work, and thrive, thereby enhancing the overall quality of life in Rochester.

Online Crime Reporting

You can use this system to report incidents such as property damage, lost property, telephone harassment, thefts, and supplemental reports. Review the entire list of reportable incidents with definitions and examples on the next page. Click “Select Incident” to begin. If your incident is not listed, call the Rochester Police Department at (603) 330-7127 for non-emergencies or 9-1-1 for emergencies. Please note that all cases submitted online will be reviewed. If further investigation is needed, we may contact you. Filing a false report is a crime.

Stay Informed with Emergency Alerts

Download Mobile App

With the CodeRED Mobile Alert app, the nation’s top public safety notification app, users receive notifications directly on their mobile device, whether at home, on the road, or traveling. Enable push notifications for critical, location-based alerts to stay informed.

Neighborhood Alerts

Sign up for Neighborhood Emergency Alerts to get notifications from your local emergency response team during emergency situations or critical community alerts. These may include evacuation notices, bio-terrorism alerts, water notices, and missing children.

Statewide Alerts

To enhance the preparedness of individuals and households in New Hampshire, the New Hampshire Department of Safety, Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, initiated the ReadyNH campaign.