Prospective Police Candidates:
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Police Officers (Full-time, Reserve and Special)
Applicants applying for a full-time position with the Great Barrington Police will be selected per the department hiring policy.
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 and the 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 selection 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.
