HOW TO APPLY

All persons interested in a position with the department must first take the civil service police officer examination. To apply for the examination contact the Massachusetts Human Resources Division, One Ashburton Place, Room 303, Boston, MA 02108-1515. Applications may also be obtained at City and Town Clerk's Offices or state agency personnel offices. The forms may be obtained in person or by certified mail.

However, out of state persons interested should be fully aware that the Provincetown Police Department is subject to Massachusetts Civil Service laws whereby residents of the community who take and pass the HRD Entry Level Examination will appear first on any Eligibility List requested by the Department, and that those who qualify must be given preference when the hiring process is conducted.

Applications are available at the Provincetown Police Facility during testing periods.

APPOINTMENTS

After passing the written state exam all applicants are placed on an eligibility list determined by the Human Resources Division. Eligible persons will then go through a thorough personal background check, psychological testing, physical examination, reference check, and interview. The Town Manager will then make the appointment to the Department based on the above and a recommendation by the Chief of Police.

TRAINING

Newly appointed officers will then attend a 21-week Police Academy sponsored by the Massachusetts Criminal Justice Training Council. Officers will then receive Field Training with officers and supervisors from the various shifts. Officers are then assigned to a permanent patrol shift.

BENEFITS

The following benefits are provided by the Town of Provincetown for all police employees:

• Health Benefit program
• 15 sick days per year
• Night Shift Differential
• 11 Holidays
• 10 Vacation days - first year
• Uniforms and Protective Clothing
• Education Incentive

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

There is a minimum requirement that all officers have a high school diploma from an accredited school or service. However, the demands of the job show a need for applicants to be committed to continuing their education for professional growth and promotion.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have a high school diploma or GED equivalency.
• Possess a valid Massachusetts drivers' license and have a good driving record.
• Must not have been convicted of a felony at any time.
• Must be a United States citizen.
• Must have good moral character.
• Honorable discharge from the Armed Forces, if applicable.
• Must pass a psychological test.
• Must pass a physical examination.
• Vision correctable to 20/20.
• Thorough and extensive background investigation.