Town of Swansea to Host Several Red Cross Blood Drives This Year

swanseamass on February 24, 2023

SWANSEA — Town Administrator Mallory Aronstein, Town Administrator Mark Ullucci and Swansea/Somerset Public Health Nurse Desiree Harding, on behalf of the towns of Somerset and Swansea, invite residents and members of the public to participate in the seven upcoming blood drives hosted together with the American Red Cross.

WHEN:

Donors must register for a donation time online ahead of the clinic they wish to attend. Those wishing to register can click on the hyperlinks for the day they wish to attend.

Registration will open for the clinics hosted in September through December at a later date.

WHERE:

The Somerset Council on Aging building, 115 Wood St.

WHO:

Anyone 17 years old and older can donate blood, so long as they are in good health and weigh at least 110 pounds. There is no upper age limit for donating, so long as the individual is feeling healthy and well and meets the other criteria.

In Massachusetts, a 16-year-old may donate blood as well but they’re required to have a consent form signed by a parent or legal guardian prior to donating.

WHAT:

Blood donations help save lives, and are desperately needed. To learn more about the serious need for blood supply donations, see the American Red Cross donation information page.

Residents wishing to donate blood are encouraged to sign up sooner than later to ensure appointments are still available. Appointments are made on a first-come, first-serve basis.

There are three ways to schedule a blood donation appointment for this drive:

Those giving blood can use RapidPass to complete a pre-donation reading and health history online before arriving at the blood drive site. This can save several minutes at the appointment.

 

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Swansea Police Now Accepting Applications for Full-Time Police Officers

swanseamass on February 16, 2023

SWANSEA — Chief Marc Haslam is pleased to announce that the Swansea Police Department is seeking qualified candidates for the position of full-time police officer.

The Swansea Police Department is seeking qualified applicants for the position of full-time police officer. The individual should demonstrate good moral character and judgment, be able to handle high-pressure situations and demonstrate good problem-solving and leadership skills.

The starting pay is $67,650 per year, plus benefits.

Those interested should apply online here. Applications must be completed online by Friday, March 24. at 4 p.m.

A written exam will be held at the Swansea Police Department on Thursday, April 6 at 6:30 p.m.

Upon passing the written examination, candidates will be required to complete a physical agility test (PAT). The PAT will consist of one-minute push-ups, one-minute sit-ups, a 1.5-mile walk/run and a 300-meter run. Successful candidates will then participate in an oral interview, medical examination, psychological examination and intensive background check. 

Qualifications:

  • Applicants must be U.S. citizens
  • 21 years of age or older at the time of the written examination
  • Must have at least 60 college credits; and/or
  • 2 years of active military service and/or
  • 4 years of National Guard/Reserve Service while possessing GED or High School diploma
  • Must be eligible to obtain a Class A license to carry a firearm
  • Possess a valid driver’s license
  • Be able to obtain and maintain Massachusetts POST Commission Certification

For questions about the hiring process, please contact Lt. Patrick Mooney at 508-674-8464.

The Town of Swansea is an equal opportunity employer. No person shall be denied equal access because of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity.

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