Job Announcement:
Barrington Rhode Island Police Department
NOW Accepting APPLICATIONS for POLICE OFFICERS
The Barrington Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Police Officer for the August 3, 2026 Municipal Police Academy. We are seeking motivated, service-minded individuals with a commitment to helping others.
For questions or schedule a tour contact Sgt. Dave Wyrostek at dwyrostek@barrington.ri.gov
- INTERVIEWS will be conducted on an ONGOING BASIS
- DEADLINE to APPLY: April 3, 2026
Applicant Requirements:
Copies of the following MUST be submitted with your APPLICATION
- Birth Certificate
- Valid Driver's License
- United States Citizenship
- Copies of High School Diploma or GED Certificate, if you have a College Degree please attach a copy of your Diploma.
- Must successfully PASS and SUBMIT an active Fit2Serve Physical Agility Test and Fit to Serve Written Exam Certificate.
- Please go to : Fit 2 Serve RI.com For information and to schedule EXAMS.
*Please note you can apply for this position and take the Fit2Serve Physical Agility and Written Exams and SUBMIT results prior to the position deadline.
* For Questions contact Kathleen Taraian- HR Director at ktaraian@barrington.ri.gov.
For Assistance with the Application process or submitting required documents contact Laurie Metthe, BPD Administrative Assistant at lmetthe@barrington.ri.gov.
Applicant Selection Process:
- Electronic Application Submission: www.policeapp.com/barrington.ri
- Physical Fitness Assessment: Schedule through Fit2Serve RI or Certify Fit.
- Written Examination: Schedule through Fit2Serve RI
- Oral Board Interview
- Conditional Offer of Employment (COE)
- Background Investigation
- Medical Examination
- Psychological Examination
- Eligibility List: Established based upon candidate passing all previous criteria and the Police Chief’s selection
- RI Municipal Police Training Academy: Approximately 22 weeks
- Field Training Officer (FTO) Program: Approximately 12–14 weeks
Barrington Police Department: RECRUIT BENEFITS
- Full-time paid Salary while in the Academy
- Town paid Health and Dental Benefits while in the Academy
- Interview invitations on-going as on-line applications are received
- Ride-a-longs are available and encouraged ~ to schedule please contact Sergeant David Wyrostek at dwyrostek@barrington.ri.gov.
Barrington Police Department: POLICE OFFICER BENEFITS
- Top-step Base Salary up to $84,757 after 2-years from date of hire
- Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Programs available
- Town Paid Life Insurance
- Paid Vacation, Personal time, Sick Leave & Holidays
- Pension Plan : RI State Retirement
- Continued Healthcare upon Retirement
- Optional Deferred Compensation Investment Plan
- Agency provided Uniform and Equipment
- Annual Clothing Allowance
- Extensive Overtime and Detail Opportunities
- Longevity Pay after 3-years of service
- Compensatory Time-off
- Shift Differential Pay
- College Tuition Reimbursement- Up to a Master's Degree
- OIC (Officer in Charge) after 2-years with Pay Differential
- Expedited Hiring Process
- Vast In-Service and External Trainings
Barrington Police Department: OPPORTUNITIES FOR ADVANCEMENT
- Patrol Unit
- Community Policing/Bike Patrol
- Accident Reconstruction
- Criminal Investigations
- Detective Unit Juvenile Officer
- RAD Training
- Field Training Officer
- Opportunities to Assist RIMPA
- School Resource Officer
- DRE (Drug Recognition Expert)
- Elderly Affairs Officer
- Use of Force Instructor
- Range Officer
Barrington Police Department OFFERS:
- Dynamic Work Environment
- Community Connection
- Comprehensive Training
- Specialized Units
- State of the Art Equipment
- Extra Duty Assignments
- Progressive In-Service and External Trainings
- Full Gym Access located in the Facility
- Education Assistance
WOMEN AND MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY!
Barrington is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
Please direct questions regarding this position to dwyrostek@barrington.ri.gov
About Municipal Jobs
Jobs close at 11:59 PM (Eastern) on the deadline date specified, or when the position capacity has been met, or unless otherwise specified in the announcement. If the deadline date is not specified in the announcement, the agency has sole discretion on setting the deadline and jobs may close without notice. It is the applicant's responsibility to thoroughly read and understand the deadline requirements and capacity limits as outlined by the agency.
Applicants are responsible for checking their email and logging into their EmploymentApp account to monitor for updates.