Hopedale PD: Full-Time MPTC Academy Trained POST Certified Officer

Job Description

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Are you a recent MPTC Academy Graduate with POST Certification? 

If so, the Hopedale Police Department wants you! Join a forward-thinking department that’s committed to fostering growth, professional excellence, and community impact.

What We’re Looking For: 

• MPTC Academy Graduates with POST Certification who are eager to apply their training.
• Individuals with a strong sense of integrity, a passion for service, and the drive to excel as part of a team.

What Makes Hopedale PD the Perfect Start?

• Launch Your Career with Confidence: Begin your journey in law enforcement with a department that empowers new graduates to excel in their roles.
• Mentorship and Support: Work with experienced officers who are dedicated to helping you develop the skills and leadership qualities you’ll need for long-term success.
• Community Impact: Serve a welcoming town that values its police force and appreciates the role you’ll play in ensuring safety and harmony.
• Opportunities for Growth: Gain hands-on experience across a variety of responsibilities that prepare you for future career advancement.

If you’re ready to launch your law enforcement career with a department that values character as much as skill, we are the perfect fit. Apply today to start your impactful and rewarding journey with the Hopedale Police Department!

Minimum Requirements

• POST Certified: Must have successfully completed a full-time MPTC Police Academy, and be POST Certified.
• Residency: In accordance with Massachusetts General Law, candidate must establish residency within 15 miles of the limits of the Town of Hopedale within one (1) year from the date of appointment.
• Non-Smoker: Must be a non-smoker of tobacco products under M.G.L. Chapter 41, Section 101A, and remain a non-smoker.
• Fitness: Must pass a complete fitness test.
• Background: Must pass a comprehensive background investigation. No person who has been convicted of a felony shall be appointed as a police officer.
• Medical & Psychological Exam: Candidates required to successfully complete both Medical & Psychological exam.

Additional Qualifications

 

Salary & Compensation

Annual Salary Range:

• $64,790.64 - $77,464.80 (Commensurate with experience.)

Benefits Beyond the Pay:

• Educational Incentive Program.
• Health Insurance: Currently 70/30.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Vacation, Personal Time & Sick Days.
• Shift Differential = $3.25 - $4.00/shift.
• Third Party Detail Opportunities: $65/hr. - $162.50/hr. with a minimum of 8 hours.
• Stipend Pay.
• Longevity Incentive.

Hiring Process

1. Submit your application for review and eligibility determination.
2. Eligible applicant's may be invited to an Interview Panel and/or Chief of Police.
3. May be invited to complete a fitness test, comprehensive background investigation process, as well as pass the Medical, Psychological exam.
4. May receive a Conditional Offer of Employment.

The Hopedale Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.