Harvard Police Department
Full-Time Police Officer
The town of Harvard Police department is currently accepting applications for one full-time police officer position. This is a full-time, benefited position on a 4/2 shift schedule.
Minimum requirements include, completion of full-time Police Academy (MPTC recruit academy graduate) or SSPO Academy or completed the Massachusetts Bridge Academy and be eligible for a waiver from the M.P.T.C. for having attended a certified police academy and meeting qualifications as set forth in 555 Code of Massachusetts Regulations 3.03. All Applicants must be certified to work as a full-time police officer by the Massachusetts P.O.S.T. Commission
High school diploma Minimum Requirement. Candidates with a college degree in criminal justice or a related field, along with full-time experience and/or military service is preferred. Must possess a valid Massachusetts or New Hampshire driver’s license (for NH residents) and have or be able to obtain a valid Massachusetts LTC (License to Carry). All candidates must be able to certify under the new Massachusetts POST (Police Officer Standards and Training) standards and must reside within 20 miles of the town.
Base Salary: $71,677 – $80,450 annually, with entry step determined by prior experience. Position eligible for shift differentials overtime, and education incentive pay.
Candidates will undergo a comprehensive selection process, including interviews, an extensive background investigation, and medical and psychological examinations.
To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter electronically by email only to Chief James Babu at [email protected].
All resumes are due by May 30.
The town of Harvard is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.