The Town of Thetford is seeking a qualified candidate for a part-time
Administrative Assistant.

The primary duties of the position will be to assist the Selectboard by
preparing and distributing their agendas and information packets in advance of
their meetings and to record the minutes of their meetings. These duties will
require an estimated 8-10 hours per week on average.

Successful candidates will be proficient with Microsoft Office. Familiarity
with taking meeting minutes and Vermont’s Open Meetings laws is desirable.
Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. and at least 18 years of age.
Applicants must be able to perform the duties of the position. This position
may be generally performed remotely and has flexible scheduling. However,
deadlines required to conform to the requirements of open meetings will be
strictly enforced.

Interested candidates should seek more information from and/or send cover
letter and resumes to:
Town of Thetford
ATTN: Brian Story
PO Box 126, Thetford Center, 05075
Or by email to: townmanager@thetfordvt.gov

20260427 LEO Posting

Thetford Police Department
Full Time Police Officer

The Town of Thetford Vermont Police Department is seeking qualified applicants for the position of full time Police Officer.  The ideal candidate will be Level III certified in the State of Vermont. If the candidate is out-of-state, they must have comparable certification in their respective state to obtain an academy waiver in Vermont.

The successful candidate will be part of a team of dedicated officers who provide high quality professional police services to our community.  The candidate will be required to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.  Overtime may be required.  Details are available at a higher detail rate throughout the year. 

Successful applicants must:

• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Maintain a high level of physical fitness
• Be at least 21 years old
• Possess a high school diploma or college degree
• Be a US citizen
• Have a desire to serve others
• Be drug free
• Undergo an extensive background investigation

The Town of Thetford offers a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, and vision plans.  Retirement is the VMERS D plan with an optional 457 plan. Starting wage of $32.00 per hour for qualified candidates, or higher for experienced candidates. There is a shift differential of $0.60 for night or weekend shifts. Generous leave time is available to all employees. This is a Union position.

Applications are open until May 31. 2026.  The Please submit Application, Cover Letter and Resume to:

Michael Scruggs

Chief of Police

Thetford Police Department

PO Box 126

Thetford Center, VT  05075-0126

Michael.Scruggs@Vermont.gov