Brookline PD: Full-Time Entry Level Officer

Job Description

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BROOKLINE POLICE DEPARTMENT IS HIRING!

Exploring a career with the Brookline PD? 

The BPD is offering an upcoming Orientation Session to learn more about the department and better understand what lies ahead on your path to becoming a Brookline Police Officer. All are welcome. To learn more, see below.

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BROOKLINE PD: ORIENTATION SESSION

Meet members of the department, learn about the hiring process, and get answers to your questions during Brookline PD’s upcoming Information Session.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 8TH:
When: 6:00 PM Wednesday, July 8th
Where: Town of Brookline Public Safety Building
Register By: 12:00 PM Thursday, June 25th

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED: Email Sgt. Chris Malinn at cmalinn@brooklinema.gov to reserve your seat.

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Brookline PD Is Building Its Next Generation of Officers.

Brookline isn’t looking for passengers. It’s looking for candidates who want to be challenged, who embrace accountability, and who are ready to serve one of Massachusetts’ most dynamic communities.

Why Brookline?

• Big-city experience without getting lost in the crowd. Bordering Boston and serving a population that swells well beyond its resident count each day, Brookline officers handle everything from community policing and quality-of-life concerns to complex investigations and critical incidents.
• Earn your place. Build your future. Whether your goal is Patrol, Detectives, K9, Motorcycles, Bike Patrol, Crisis Intervention, SRT, Negotiations, or another specialized assignment, Brookline provides opportunities for officers who are willing to put in the work.
• Leadership that invests in people. Brookline’s command staff understands that strong departments are built by developing strong officers. From recruit to retirement, professional growth is part of the culture.
• A department with pride. A community with expectations. Brookline residents expect professionalism, integrity, and service. Officers are trusted to solve problems, think independently, and represent the department with pride.

Not every department is Brookline! Think You’re Ready?

 

Minimum Requirements

Minimum Eligibility Overview: Below are the minimum requirements as outlined by Massachusetts state law for police officer candidates, as well as the minimum requirements unique to the Brookline Police Department.

As a non-Civil Service agency, the Brookline PD has the flexibility to establish department-specific criteria to help us identify the strongest and most aligned candidates for our team.

These are the minimum qualifications required by state law to serve as a police officer in Massachusetts. All applicants must meet these baseline standards to be considered eligible.

• Be a U.S. Citizen (Birth or naturalization).
• Have the ability to obtain and maintain a valid Massachusetts Driver's License.
• Candidate must be 21 years of age to enter a Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC) Academy.
• Must have the ability to be POST Certified.
• Be able to obtain CJIS certification.
• Possess or have the ability to obtain and maintain an unrestricted Massachusetts Class A License to Carry a Firearm (LTC-A).
• Not be a convicted felon, or have convictions from another jurisdiction that would be treated as a felony in the Commonwealth.
• Not smoke and stay a non-smoker. Smoking of tobacco products is prohibited as outlined by G.L. c. 41 Section 101A of the Massachusetts General Laws.
• Must be able to pass the fitness test for entrance into the MPTC Police Academy.

In addition to state standards, the Brookline PD has outlined minimum qualifications and preferences that reflect the needs, values, and expectations of our department and community.

• Must reside within 25 miles of Brookline, MA, within one year of employment.
• Possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. Certificate.
• Must pass the department-held fitness test.
• Must pass a background investigation.
• Must pass a medical exam, and written and oral psychological examinations.
• Receive a passing grade of 75%+ on the getbadged Entry Exam.
  • Applicants requesting an ADA accommodation for the entry exam should contact info@getbadged.com.

• Preference may be given to candidates who meet certain additional qualifications (such as residency, specialized training, education, or relevant experience). However, all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will be given full consideration.

   

Additional Qualifications

The Brookline PD Standard Starts Here. These additional qualifications aren’t optional — they’re what it takes to earn the badge. Do you have what it takes?

• Demonstrate sound judgment and strong decision-making under pressure.
• Maintain professionalism and accountability in all aspects of service.
• Be adaptable, resilient, and committed to continuous growth.
• Show initiative and resourcefulness in solving problems.
• Exhibit respect, empathy, and fairness in interactions with the community.
• Work effectively as part of a team while carrying personal responsibility.

• Uphold the values of service, dedication, and public trust.

   

Salary & Compensation

The Brookline PD offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package designed to support long-term career satisfaction.

• Salary for Patrol Officer:
  • $83,159 - $133,463 (Education Dependent)
  • Lateral Transfer Officers will get credit for time served. Experience and years of service will determine starting salary and vacation time.
• Benefits:
  • Quinn Equivalent Educational Incentive: 10%-25% (eligibility is contingent upon various qualifying degrees).
  • EMT Stipend.
  • CIT Training Incentive.
  • Longevity Pay.
  • 13 Paid Holidays.
  • 14-28 Vacation Days/Year.
  • 4-9 Administrative Days/Year.
  • 14 Sick Days/Year.
  • Generous Compensatory Time-Off Benefit.
  • 48+ Hours of Contractual In-Service Training Paid on Overtime Basis.
  • Detail Rate: Day = $75/Hour, and Nights, Weekends, Holidays = $112.50.

  • Health Insurance Premiums = 83% Town / 17% Employee.

     

Hiring Process

The Pathway to Getting Hired:

• Achieve 75%+ on the getbadged Entry Exam.
• Pass the a Physical Fitness screening assessment.
• Be subject to a Background Investigation.
• Interview with a panel.
• Conditional Offer of Employment.
• Pass a Medical exam, and Written and Oral Psychological exam.
• Pass a state mandated Physical Abilities Test (PAT).

Equal Opportunity Employer

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, it is the Brookline Police Department's policy to hire, recruit, train, and promote employees without discrimination because of race, religion, color, political affiliation, physical disability, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, and/or age. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.