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Bar Harbor & Mount Desert Police Department

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Officer Stanwood and Officer Helton at UMaine Career Fair
Recruitment February 12, 2026

Officers Attend UMaine Career Fair in Orono

Officer Stanwood and Officer Helton attended the University of Maine Career Fair at the Orono campus. The department currently has two full-time patrol officer positions open. Look out for our new hiring flyer being released soon!

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Officers and Mental Health Liaison at Community Cafe
February 5, 2026

MDPA Sponsors Community Cafe

An estimated 250 people turned out as the Mount Desert Police Association sponsored the Community Cafe at the Neighborhood House.

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Sergeant Dickens and Officer Stanwood at Wreaths Across America
December 8, 2025

Wreaths Across America Escort

Sgt. Dickens and Officer Stanwood escorted the convoy from Ellsworth to Portland, honoring our fallen heroes.

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Fill A Cruiser Food Drive Success
November 23, 2025

Fill A Cruiser Food Drive Success

Community donations filled two pickup trucks for the food pantry, with added cash support from local partners.

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End of Summer Cookout
September 7, 2025

Second Annual End of Summer Cookout

Join officers and community partners at the Northeast Harbor Marina for a free community cookout.

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Police Officer

Full-time position at Mount Desert Police Department

Mount Desert Island, Maine
MEPERS 3C Retirement Plan
MMEHT PPO-1500 Health Plan
$6,000 Annual Wellness Incentive
12-Hour Panama Style Shifts (2-2-3)
Specialties: DRE, Crash Recon, FTO, Firearms, DUI, M.A.R.C., Evidence Tech, Harbor Patrol, C.I.T., MDEA, SRO & more
Competitive Pay
$32.93 - $42.64
per hour
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Next Event

Coffee with a Cop (Spring Session)

Thursday, March 12, 2026 • 8:00 AM

Location and event updates are posted on the community calendar.

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Public Safety Services

How We Serve Our Community

From emergency response to community engagement, our team delivers practical support every day across Bar Harbor and Mount Desert.

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Emergency Response

Officers are available around the clock for urgent calls, welfare checks, and coordinated incident response across Bar Harbor and Mount Desert.

Emergency Contacts
(207) 288-3391 (207) 276-5111

Harbor Master

Marine patrol, harbor safety, mooring guidance, and seasonal vessel support.

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Animal Control

Lost pets, animal welfare calls, and local ordinance enforcement with a community-first approach.

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Mental Health Resources

Crisis support and local behavioral health options, including referral pathways for families and individuals.

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Parking Services

Permits, downtown guidance, and seasonal rules for visitors and residents.

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Community Programs

Outreach initiatives, youth engagement, and neighborhood-focused public safety events.

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In an emergency, always call 911

Non-emergency: (207) 288-3391

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