Before applying for a position, please take the time to browse the information below, and perhaps even follow some of the links for more information. This should provide you with a better understanding of the area we patrol and live in.
Click on "Officer's Application" if you wish to apply for a Police Officer's position at the Brattleboro Police Department
DO NOT E-MAIL THIS APPLICATION.
"All of Vermont, Close to Home"
Brattleboro
Nestled between the West and Connecticut Rivers, Brattleboro was chartered December 26, 1753, covers approximately 32 square miles, and is 310 feet above sea level. The resident population is12,005 (2000 Census), however this grows to over 35,000 during the daytime, as people from the outling areas travel here to work and shop. While there is a heavily populated downtown urban area, a large part of town is very rural in nature. Brattleboro was recently named the nation's fifth best small town by Norman Crampton in his book, "The 100 Best Small Towns in America".
Exits 1,2, and 3 off of Interstate 91are all within town, and US Routes 5 and 9 run through its heart, making up the major arteries for traffic.
A short history of Brattleboro is available on the Brattleboro Area Chamber of Commerce web site, along with numerous links to area businesses.
Climate
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
| Avg. Temperature.(F) | 25.4 | 27.3 | 37.7 | 52.6 | 66.4 | 75.9 | 80.5 | 77.6 | 68.8 | 57.0 | 43.6 | 30.0 |
| Avg. Precipitaiton | 2.70 | 2.84 | 3.45 | 3.41 | 2.82 | 3.39 | 3.41 | 3.40 | 3.65 | 2.90 | 3.67 | 3.21 |
Average annual temperature: 53.6 F
Average annual rainfall: 41.62 inches
Average annual snowfall: 68 inches
Average humidity : summer 60%, winter 20%
Brattleboro Area
Brattleboro is bordered by Newfane and Dummerston to the north; Marlboro to the west; Vernon and Guilford to the south; and the New Hampshire towns of Chesterfield and Hinsdale to the east.
Hinsdale, Chesterfield and Vernon have their own police departments, while Newfane, Dummerston, Marlboro and Guilford are all patrolled by the Vermont State Police and/or the Windham County Sheriff's Department.
Transportation
Automobile:
There are various cab companies in Brattleboro, and a town operated bus service called the Bee Line. Vermont Transit also has a bus terminal on Putney Road near exit 3 off I91.
Town
and Village Bus (Bee Line)
Train:
There is one rail station, located at the intersection of Bridge and Depot streets. There are 2 Amtrak passenger trains that stop here daily.
Green Mountain
Railroad
Amtrak
Vermonter
Air:
There are two airports, both approximately 90 minutes away:
Manchester
International in Manchester NH
Bradley
International in Windsor Locks CT
Local Media
The following media covers the Brattleboro Area:
Three daily newspapers:
The Brattleboro
Reformer
The
Rutland Herald
The
Keene Sentinel
One weekly newspaper:
The Town Crier
Department
The Brattleboro Police Department has a history dating back to the early 1800's. Currently, staffing levels are as follows: 17 Patrolman, 4 Patrol Supervisors, along with 4 Detectives. The Chief of Police is assisted by 2 Captains with the day to day operations of the department.
For a detailed history of the department, please refer to the History page of this web site.
Relocation Information
If your application is accepted and a job offer is made, the department will assist you with relocating to the Brattleboro area if needed. While financial assistance is not available, we will be happy to introduce you to local real estate agents, and assist your move as much as possible. Information concerning this will be made available to you at that time.
If you would like information before then, please visit the Brattleboro Area Chamber of Commerce web site, where they have "relocation packets" available for individuals who are interested in moving to the area.
