Police Service: Residents Encouraged To Apply
Local residents interested in a career in law enforcement are encouraged to apply for the post of Constable with the Bermuda Police Service [BPS].
A police spokesperson said, “Local residents who are looking for a career in law enforcement, with a desire to represent our community and assist in ‘Making Bermuda Safer’, are encouraged to apply for the post of Constable with the Bermuda Police Service [BPS].
Applicants must:
- be between the ages of 19 and 49 years at the start of the contract;
- be in good physical and mental health;
- have a Bermuda School Diploma [BSD] or equivalent.
“Applications from resident non-Bermudian work permit holders, or their spouses who are permitted to seek employment in Bermuda, may be considered.
“Foreign nationals living outside Bermuda are not eligible for this recruitment process.
“Successful applicants must also pass the following BPS evaluations to be considered for an upcoming Recruit Foundation Course [RFC].
- Police Service Initial Recruitment Test [PIRT].
- Job-Related Fitness Test [JRFT] – [Level 5.4 – 15 metre beep test].
- Security checks.
- Suitability testing.
- Psychological evaluations.
- Medical examinations [which includes BMI assessment].
- Assessment Board.
“The RFC lasts for six months with on the job training, academic modules, course work, exams, and practical exercises. The academic learning undertaken coincides with serving as a Student Police Officer, which involves active frontline duties for the Bermuda Police Service.
“All applications must be submitted online at govtcareers.gov.bm. The deadline for applications is 7pm Friday, 25th October 2024. No hard copy applications will be accepted. Any queries should be sent via e-mail to recruiting@bps.bm.”
