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Find out about upcoming exams for public safety jobs.

Do you want to work in a public safety job such as correction officer, firefighter or police officer? Potential employees need to take a Civil Service examination. Are you seeking a promotion? Please take a promotional Civil Service examination to get promoted to Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, or Chief.

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Top tasks

Add Additional Employment Location on the Firefighter Eligible list 
View Examination Schedule 

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Find Your Name and Rank on Eligible Lists 
Update Your Account Profile or Eligible List information 
Schedule a Physical Abilities Test for Fire or Police  

What you need to know

Hiring Authority Information 
Find Exam Preparation Guides and Reading Lists 
Learn about Civil Service 
Learn about Age Requirements for Entry-Level Public Safety 
Fire Depts Covered By Civil Service 
Police Depts Covered By Civil Service 
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Upcoming Events

  • Open House for Brockton Police 

    135 Belmont Street, Arnone School Auditorium, Brockton, MA 02301
    Saturday, January 12, 2019
    10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
    On 1/12/2019, Brockton Police Department offers two free, city sponsored exam prep sessions and there will be light refreshments on the morning of the open house.

  • Information Session for 2019 Police Examination 

    6 Livingstone St., Kay Pam, Dorchester, MA 02124
    Saturday, January 19, 2019
    2 p.m. - 4 p.m.
    Meet representatives from the Boston Police Department and members of the Civil Service Unit to learn more about how to become a Police Officer in Massachusetts!
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