A recruitment drive has been launched by the Bermuda Police Service.

A police spokesman said: “The BPS is looking for eligible individuals seeking a career in law enforcement, to represent the community, and assist in ‘Making Bermuda Safer.’

“Applicants must have a Bermuda School Diploma (BSD) or equivalent and must be between the ages of 19 and 49 years old at the start of the contract.

“Applicants must also be Bermudian, or the spouse of a Bermudian, and be in good physical and mental health.”

All successful applicants are required to pass the following evaluations to be considered for the upcoming Recruit Foundation Course (RFC):

• Police Service Initial Recruitment Test (PIRT)

• Job-Related Fitness Test (JRFT)

• Security Checks

• Personality Evaluation

• Physical (which includes BMI Assessment)

• Psychological Evaluations

• Medical Examinations

• Assessment Board

The RFC will last for six months, with on the job training, academic modules, course work, exams, and practical exercises.

The academic learning on the RFC coincides with serving as a Student Police Officer, which involves active frontline duties for the BPS.

The deadline for applications is Friday, May 7, 2021. To apply, log onto www.govtcareers.gov.bm. No hard copy applications will be accepted.