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Employment & Volunteer Opportunities

Police Officer Position

The Town of Peru Police Department is accepting applications for employment as a Part-Time Municipal Police Officer. Candidates must be able to fulfill the essential duties and responsibilities of a Patrol Officer with the Police Department.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Have successfully completed police recruit training or intermittent/reserve training and Bridge Academy as required by the Massachusetts Municipal Police Training Committee or be qualified to receive a Permanent Exemption from the MPTC for out of state training and experience.
  • Current P.O.S.T. Commission certification in good standing
  • Possess a current Driver’s license in good standing
  • Be eligible for an unrestricted license to carry (LTC), MGL Chapter 140 sec 131
  • Pass a background investigation
  • Successful completion of all P.O.S.T. Commission pre-employment requirements
  • Candidate must be physically capable of performing the requirements of the position.
  • Three years of law enforcement experience
  • Preference may also be given for:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice or related field
  • Spanish or secondary language proficiency
  • Other specialized assignment experience or training

The Town of Peru is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability or veteran status. Minorities are encouraged to apply.

Contact Chief Bruce Cullett for an application:

Email: bcullett@townofperuma.com

Posted/Updated 10/22/2024 Kim Leach, Town Clerk

Assistant Town Clerk

The Town Clerk of Peru is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Assistant Town Clerk.  This position is appointed by the Town Clerk and is under the guidance and direction of the Town Clerk. Responsibilities include record management; assist in managing town census; voter registration; record and certify various vital records; issue permits and licenses; Knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Access etc.) with excellent communication, organization and management skills is essential.

Prior Municipal experience is preferred.

This position is as per diem

This position pays $ 15.91 per hour.

If interested contact: Kim Leach, Peru Town Clerk,

3 East Main Street, Peru, MA 01235, or via email to: townclerk@townofperuma.com , Phone #413-655-8312 Ext 102, Home #413-464-7866

Posted 3/21/2026 - April 4, 2026 closing date

Spare Transfer Attendant 

Job Responsibilities:

  • Operate Compactor 
  • Check Trash Bags for Tag Stickers
  • Monitor Bins and Bulk Dumpster
  • Help Residents as Needed 
  • Keep Yard Clean and Safe

Hours: As Needed on Wednesdays and/or Saturdays 

For More Information Contact Permanent Transfer Attendant Verne Leach  # 413-464-7866

Posted Kim Leach, Town Clerk

Volunteer Opportunities

  • Historical Commission - 1 Member Needed
  • Conservation Commission - 1 Member Needed
  • ZBA Alternative - 1 member needed
  • Cemetery Commission - 1 Member Needed

Cemetery Commission Mission Statement

It is the mission of the Peru Cemetery Commission to protect, preserve and maintain the Town of Peru’s cemeteries. The Cemetery Commission strives to maintain the cemeteries to a standard that the residents can be proud of.  The Cemetery Commission's mission is to provide:

  • Adequate space for the town’s burial needs
  • Maintenance in perpetuity of the grounds and monuments in each of the town’s cemeteries
  • Regulations that promote good order and respectful conduct
  • Accurate records of those buried there

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