Chief Joseph Devine

Retired September 28, 2002


Chief Joseph R. Devine has served the community of Merrimack since 1981. Having a diverse Law Enforcement background, he comes from the States of Rhode Island and Vermont, where he served as Chief of Police. Prior to coming to Merrimack, he served the citizens of Claremont, New Hampshire as their Chief of Police, and has served as a Police Chief in New Hampshire for over 20 years.

Chief Devine received an Associate of Science degree in Law Enforcement in 1970, and a Bachelor of Science degree in Law Enforcement in 1972 from Bryant College in Smithfield, RI. He was certified by the New Hampshire Police Standards and Training Council in July, 1976.

Chief Devine was also recognized for outstanding service to the Merrimack community in 1992 by Veterans Of Foreign Wars Post #8641, when he was chosen as the "Police Officer of the Year". He also received a Special Commendation from the Town Manager for Police Service in 1990 and received recognition for Level I Accreditation Certification in 1999.

On September 28, 2002 Chief Joseph Devine retired from the Merrimack Police Department with over 21 years of service to the Town of Merrimack. Everyone at the Merrimack Police Department wishes him well and hopes he enjoys many years of retired life with his wife and family.