Berkshire County Sheriff's Office

We would like to wish everyone throughout Berkshire County a safe, happy, and memorable Fourth of July!

As we celebrate the birth of our nation, we hope you have the opportunity to enjoy time with family, friends, and neighbors while reflecting on the freedoms we share as Americans.

Whether you’re attending a parade, gathering for a barbecue, watching fireworks, or simply spending time with loved ones, please celebrate responsibly. Drive safely, stay aware of your surroundings, and help make this holiday enjoyable for everyone.

From all of us at Team BCSO, thank you for being part of such a strong and supportive community. Have a wonderful Fourth of July, and most importantly, stay safe!

🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July! 🇺🇸

Over the weekend, Team BCSO was honored to take part in the Cops On Top national event by climbing Mt. Greylock, honoring those who tragically lost their lives in the line of duty. Although the event is held to remember those no longer with us, the climb also brings attention to the extreme dangers, stress, and life-altering effects law enforcement officers face on a daily basis. Great job by all and may we never forget.

Happy Fathers Day!

Team BCSO was honored to certify another group of staff members from the Berkshire District Attorney's Office this week in lifesaving CPR skills through the American Heart Association.

We want to extend a huge thank you to everyone who participated in the training. The staff asked thoughtful questions, remained fully engaged throughout the course, and demonstrated a genuine commitment to learning these critical lifesaving techniques.

Great job to all who completed the training!

FLAG SOJOURN 250 ARRIVES IN MASSACHUSETTS

BOSTON – The Massachusetts State House welcomed Flag Sojourn 250 to the Massachusetts State House Hall of Flags on June 12 in conjunction with a special award ceremony honoring women veterans. Flag Sojourn 250 is the journey of one American flag to every U.S. state, every U.S. territory, and every U.S. military cemetery overseas. Flag Sojourn 250 is a project of national unity from the National Flag Foundation (NFF) and America250’s America Waves program, an epic tribute campaign to the greatest American symbol: the American flag.

Members of the Sheriffs’ Honor Guard will transport and present this special flag on behalf of national and local partners, including the National Flag Foundation, America250, MA250, the National Sheriffs’ Association, the Massachusetts Sheriffs’ Association, the Executive Office of Technology Services and Security, the Executive Office of Public Safety and Security, UPS, the American Battle Monuments Commission, and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Executive Office of Veterans Services.

“The Massachusetts Sheriffs have been serving the public health and safety needs of their communities from the earliest days of our Republic,” said Patrick J. Cahillane, President of the Massachusetts Sheriff’s Association. “That spirit of service is foundational to the office and runs deeper today than ever during our long history. We, the 14 Massachusetts Sheriffs, are honored to participate in the Flag Sojourn 250 and hope that the celebrations of our nation’s founding will remind everyone that service, sacrifice and love of community are among the defining characteristics of being an American.”

The Massachusetts visit began on June 11 with the ceremonial transfer of the Flag Sojourn 250 flag from New Hampshire Sheriff William Wright to the Suffolk County Sheriff's Office. Following the State House ceremony, the flag will continue its journey across the Commonwealth with appearances in Boston Harbor, Massachusetts National Cemetery, the Mayflower II, USS Massachusetts, 9/11 Memorial, and at the Bunker Hill 251st Anniversary commemoration.

For more information about Flag Sojourn 250 visit:www.nationalflagfoundation.org/sojourn250/.


FLAG SOJOURN 250 MASSACHUSETTS ITINERARY

• June 16 –11:30 a.m.�9/11 Memorial, Riverfront Park East, Springfield

• June 17 –3:30–5:00 p.m.�Bunker Hill 251st Anniversary Commemoration

For more information about Flag Sojourn 250 and its journey through Massachusetts, contact the Massachusetts Sheriffs’ Association at (612) 306-4831 or [email protected].

Sojourn 250 · National Flag Foundation A historic U.S. Flag is on a journey of remembrance, reverence, and pride, traveling to every overseas cemetery, every U.S. territory, and every state, finishing in Washington, D.C. for America's 250th.

Please join us in welcoming the following new Officers to our family here at the Berkshire County Sheriff’s Office. Our five new Officers just completed their academy training and have officially made the transition from recruit to Officer! Great job and welcome to our family!!

A special thank you to the staff at Franklin/Hampshire County and especially our staff for always going above and beyond in training these young Officers who are the future of law enforcement in corrections!

Team BCSO had an amazing time last evening at a community event at Morningside Community School!

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the students, families, school staff, and community members who welcomed us and helped make the evening such a success. Building strong communities starts with coming together, supporting one another, and creating positive connections.

Events like these remind us that when a community works together, we all become stronger. Thank you for allowing us to be a part of such a wonderful evening.

The Berkshire County Sheriff’s Office, Jail and House of Correction has an immediate opening for a full time (40 hour/wk) second shift (3:00 PM to 11:00 PM) RN or LPN. Position requires working every other weekend. Monday is steady day off.

•LPN starting salary $74,066.32/year + shift differential of $1.50/hour
•RN starting salary: $103,802.57/year + shift differential of $1.50/hour

Full state benefit package including life, health, dental and vision insurance, deferred compensation plan, flexible spending account, generous paid leave plans, tuition remission at state colleges, vesting in State Retirement Plan after 10 years of service, annual step increases, and the following education incentive annually in addition to annual wages after one year service:

Associates Degree - $2,000.00
Bachelors Degree - $2,500.00
Masters Degree - $4,400.00

Applications available on our website: bcsoma.org or may be picked up in our main lobby at 467 Cheshire Road, Pittsfield, MA., and returned to Diane Maynes, ADS, Berkshire County Sheriff’s Office, 467 Cheshire Road, Pittsfield, MA 01201. EOE/AA

Deadline for applications: June 22, 2026

Team BCSO was honored to certify staff from the Berkshire District Attorney's Office this week in lifesaving CPR skills through the American Heart Association.

We want to extend a huge thank you to everyone who participated in the training. The staff asked thoughtful questions, remained fully engaged throughout the course, and demonstrated a genuine commitment to learning these critical lifesaving techniques.

Great job to all who completed the training!