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Job Postings
HUMAN SERVICES DRIVER POSTED SEPTEMBER 17, 2025
The Town of Glocester is seeking a back-up Human Services Driver to operate Town vehicles (automobiles and a seven-passenger van) to transport eligible citizens, primarily elderly residents, for medical appointments and short shopping trips.
Back-up drivers are on-call employees who work as needed when a primary driver is absent or unavailable. Trips are typically scheduled Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. or as scheduled by the Director of Human Services.
Principal duties include driving, boarding and discharging passengers; escorting passengers to and from the front door of their destinations; carrying up to two (2) packages per passenger not to exceed 20 pounds each; and assuring that the vehicle is in good working order, clean inside and properly maintained.
The successful applicant must: be at least 18 years of age; pass a criminal background check; have a high school diploma or equivalent; hold and maintain a valid Rhode Island driver’s license; and have and maintain CPR certification.
Applicants must be able to operate motor vehicles safely, know applicable traffic laws and rules, be familiar with geographic locations in the Town of Glocester, be fluent in English, and be prompt, courteous and sensitive to the needs of passengers.
This position pays $15.77 per hour and does not include any employee benefits. Candidates may apply by clicking the link below, or by completing an application available in the Finance Office at Glocester Town Hall, 1145 Putnam Pike, Chepachet, RI, 02814. An Equal Opportunity Employer.
GLOCESTER POLICE DEPARTMENT PART-TIME PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHER POSTED JULY 16, 2025
2 consecutive days a week (rotating schedule) on second shift. Based in Glocester, RI.
What you’ll be doing:
- Answering emergency & routine calls
- Dispatching police and fire services
- Greeting the public
- Handling data entry, filing, and general clerical work
What we’re looking for:
- Calm under pressure and able to multi-task
- Comfortable using computers and dispatch systems
- Prior dispatch experience (police/fire) is a big plus!
Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED
- Pass a background check + fingerprinting
- Able to do some light physical activity
- Willing to complete on-the-job training
Applications available in person or online:
 PROBATIONARY POLICE OFFICER
The Town of Glocester is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of probationary police officer. Recruits will be expected to attend the July/August 2025 academy.
Applicant must be a U.S. Citizen, at least 18 years of age, and possess a valid driver’s license. Applicants must possess a High School Diploma or GED certificate. Applicants must meet medical, physical and psychological standards and must pass an extensive background investigation.
Applications may be obtained from https://www.glocesterri.gov/job-application.htm or in person at the Police Department.
Previous candidates must complete new applications.
APPLICATION SELECTION PROCESS:
- Physical Fitness Assessment***
- Written Examination***
- Applicant Background Investigation
- Oral Board Interview
- Conditional Offer of Employment
- Psychological Examination
***Please note: The Glocester Police Department will only accept Fit to Serve certificate(s) for the Physical Agility portion and Written portion of our testing process. For more information regarding Fit to Serve and scheduling testing, call (401) 575-7811 or email contact@fit2serveri.com. Website: https://www.fit2serveri.com
The Town of Glocester does not discriminate on the basis of race,
color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability. EOE.
The Town of Glocester is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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