I applied online. The process took 2 months. I interviewed at Augusta Police Department (Augusta, ME) in Jan 2013
Interview
A long process with background investigation as well as staff meeting with relatives and references, etc. oral boards and polygraph is required for this position. You just also pass a physical in order to get hired.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
The most difficult questions are about prioritizing calls and how to handle difficult callers.