How can I become a police officer?
To become a Police Officer with the Portsmouth Police Department you must undergo the recruitment and hiring process which includes an examination, physical agility test, and more.
Abbreviation
PD
3 Junkins Ave. Portsmouth, NH 03801
(603) 427-1500 / Special Events: (603) 610-7426
24/7 Police Operation
Records Window Hours:
M: 12PM-3PM
T: 9AM-3AM
W: By Appt Only
Th: 9AM to 3PM
F: Closed
(603) 427-1510
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Station
Theme Colors
department-theme-navy-blue
YouTube Username
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLNWsoVwtYMQs9vvBT7TmvwjogiKTIO5Pw
Event Calendar ID
portsmouthnhpd@gmail.com
Facebook Url
https://www.facebook.com/Portsmouth-NH-Police-Department-132395220427/
Instagram User
https://www.instagram.com/portsmouthpolicenh
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Police Department
Homepage
Show Seal in Header
Yes
Email Address
info@portsmouthnhpd.gov
Can Post Notifications
No
Business Office
The Business Office handles financial operations of the Portsmouth Police Department, including developing and managing the department's annual budget. The team also oversees purchasing, payroll, scheduling, grants, billing and financial tracking for special assignments and false alarms. In addition, they help manage department facilities, monitor attendance, analyze data, and support contract negotiations from a financial perspective.
Records Unit
Public Window Location:
Upon entering the main lobby of the Police Department, the Records window is located on your left, just past the seating area and interview room.
LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING CALENDAR
FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT PERSONNEL ONLY
If you have any questions regarding these courses, please contact Personnel & Training Asst. Hannah Evans at (603) 610-7428
SWAT TEAM LEADER DEVELOPMENT COURSE: July 13 - 17, 2026
Seacoast Emergency Response Team (SERT)
Welcome to the Seacoast Emergency Response Team web page. Our team is referred to as SERT. Other titles for this type of unit include but are not limited to SWAT, ERT, SRT, and SOU. SERT was formed in 2001 as a regional tactical team when the City of Portsmouth ERT and the Town of Hampton SRT teams merged alon
What Does the Animal Control Officer Do?
The Animal Control Officer is responsible for enforcing State Laws and local Ordinances pertaining to the welfare and control of domestic, exotic and wild animals. The Animal Control Officer is also considered the local Rabies Control Authority and handles many wild animals, which have been reported to be sick or injured.
Animal Control Officer
The Portsmouth Animal Control Officer can be reached at (603) 610-7441. Please leave a message and she will contact you at her earliest convenience.
