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Protect and serve in beautiful Bar Harbor & Mount Desert, Maine
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Explore Opportunities
Learn about rewarding career paths. We serve two beautiful Maine communities with a dedicated team of professionals.
Review Requirements
No degree required - we value character, dedication, and commitment to serve.
Understand the Process
Our 5-step application process is designed to find the best candidates while respecting your time.
Submit Your Application
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Why Join Us?
Officers participating in the Special Olympics Torch Run
Serve Historic Communities
Protect Bar Harbor and Mount Desert, home to Acadia National Park.
Professional Team
Join a department with over 125 years of service excellence.
Career Growth
Multiple specialties: SRO, Harbor Patrol, CIT, Evidence Tech, FTO.
Work-Life Balance
12-hour shifts mean more days off to enjoy Maine.
Key Benefits
What Officers Say
"Being part of the Bar Harbor Police Department has been incredibly rewarding. The community support and opportunities for growth are exceptional."
- Capt Chris Wharff, 18 Years
5-Step Application Process
Submit Application
Complete the initial interest form, then submit the full application with all required documents.
Physical Fitness Test
Pass the Maine Criminal Justice Academy fitness standards: 1.5-mile run, push-ups, sit-ups, flexibility.
Background Investigation
Comprehensive check of your criminal, employment, and personal history.
Interview Process
Panel interview followed by final interview with the Chief of Police.
Conditional Offer & Exams
Medical, drug, and psychological screenings after conditional offer.
Required Documents
Timeline
Fitness Standards
Salary Structure
Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- MMEHT PPO-1500
- Paid fitness time
- $6K wellness incentive
- Mental health support
Paid Time Off
- 2 weeks vacation
- 12 paid holidays
- 960 hrs sick accrual
- 12-hour shifts
Additional Perks
- Uniforms provided
- Take-home vehicle
- Education support
- Pro training
Specialty Opportunities
MEPERS 3C Retirement
Retire after 25 years of service with no age requirement.
- 2/3 of average final compensation
- Annual COLA adjustments
Work Schedule
Work only 14 days per month on average.
Essential Requirements
Age
21+ years old
(20 with 60 credits)
Education
High school diploma or GED
License
Valid Maine driver's license
Background
No felony convictions
Fitness
Pass MCJA fitness test
Skills
Strong communication
Important Information
MCJA Testing Required
All non-certified applicants must have passed the Maine Criminal Justice Academy ALERT test and Physical Fitness Test before applying.
Lateral Transfers Welcome
Currently certified Maine law enforcement officers get competitive incentives and abbreviated hiring process.
Automatic Disqualifiers
Preferred Qualifications
Police Academy Training
New, non-certified officers attend the 18-week Basic Law Enforcement Training Program (BLETP) at the Maine Criminal Justice Academy.
Training Curriculum:
Department Support
Academy Schedule
After Graduation
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