Serving Bar Harbor and Mount Desert with practical, local public safety support
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Full-time Police Officer openings for Mount Desert Island, with competitive pay and specialty-track growth.
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After nearly three decades of dedicated service to the communities of Mount Desert and Bar Harbor, Lieutenant Kevin Edgecomb has retired from the Mount Desert Police Department. Kevin joined the force in 1998 and rose through the ranks to become a trusted leader, mentor, and community cornerstone.
Read Lt. Edgecomb's Retirement Story
All sworn officers participated in four scenarios focused on active threat response and incident management.
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Officer Stanwood and Officer Helton attended the University of Maine Career Fair in Orono. Two full-time patrol officer positions are currently open.
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An estimated 250 people turned out as the Mount Desert Police Association sponsored the Community Cafe at the Neighborhood House.
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Sgt. Dickens and Officer Stanwood escorted the convoy from Ellsworth to Portland, honoring our fallen heroes.
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From the working waterfront to downtown parking and neighborhood check-ins, our team supports the daily public safety needs of Bar Harbor and Mount Desert.
Officers are available around the clock for urgent calls, welfare checks, and coordinated incident response across the island communities we serve.
Patrol coverage, harbor safety, mooring guidance, and seasonal vessel support.
Harbor Master ServicesLost pets, animal welfare calls, and ordinance support for year-round and seasonal neighborhoods.
Animal Control DetailsCrisis support and local behavioral health pathways for families, individuals, and partner agencies.
Mental Health ResourcesPermits, downtown guidance, and seasonal traffic support for residents, workers, and visitors.
Parking Rules & PermitsYouth engagement, public education, and neighborhood-focused programs across Mount Desert Island.
Outreach ProgramsIn an emergency, always call 911
Non-emergency: (207) 288-3391
