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Police Officers (Full-time)
Applicants applying for a full-time position with the Great Barrington Police will be selected from the Massachusetts Civil Service list provided by the Human Resources Division. The hiring process will be conducted in accordance with all applicable Civil Service Rules and Regulations.
Once the Town makes a request to the Human Resources Division for a list of candidates, the HRD will notify candidates to report to Town Hall and indicate whether or not they are interested in being considered for a position. Candidates whom indicate a willingness to apply for a position will be given an application from the Town Manager’s Office which is returnable within ten days. Resumes are to be included. Interviews will be scheduled after a review of the applications. The hiring process is estimated to take 10 to 12 weeks. This time period includes a detailed background investigation of candidates.
Candidates selected will be offered a conditional appointment subject to successful passing of a physical, psychological examination and the Civil Service Physical Abilities Test.
Candidates not chosen will be notified in writing within thirty days of a selection. To reapply candidates must again meet all conditions of the Civil Service selection process.
Reserve Officers (Part-time)
Reserve Officers are hired on an as needed basis. Advertised vacancies and applications can be found on the Town of Great Barrington website, here. Vacancies are also advertised in the local publication Shopper’s Guide. Resumes are to be included with the returned application. Interviews will be scheduled after a review of applications. The hiring process is expected to take 10-12 weeks. This time period includes a detailed background investigation of candidates.
Candidates selected will be offered a conditional appointment subject to successful passing of a physical, psychological examination and the Reserve Police Academy. Candidates not chosen will be notified in writing within thirty days of a selection. To reapply candidates must again follow the above process.
Civilian Positions
Applicants for civilian positions within the police department will fill out a general job application for the Town of Great Barrington.
Advertised vacancies and applications can be found on the Town of Great Barrington website, here. Resumes are welcome. Interviews will be scheduled after a review of applications. The hiring process is expected to take 8-10 weeks. The selected applicant must successfully pass a medical evaluation required by the Town. Applicants not selected will be informed in writing within thirty days of a selection. Applicants who are not selected are welcome to reapply for future job openings.