Police Patrol Officer is responsible for patrolling an assigned area to prevent and discover crime and to enforce regulations. Responsible for responding to calls, taking necessary action at the scene of crime or disturbance, conducting investigations, making arrests, testifying in court, and completing reports/forms and routine paperwork. Being a Police Patrol Officer requires an associate degree in criminal justice and/or additional certifications and at least 12 to 18 months of law enforcement experience. Requires Firearms Certification. Additionally, Police Patrol Officer typically reports to a police sergeant. The Police Patrol Officer works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Police Patrol Officer typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
POLICE OFFICER
The Town of Mashpee welcomes applications for the purpose of establishing a hiring eligibility list for the position of Full Time Police Officer. Candidates will be required to successfully pass an oral board interview, appointing authority interview, physical agility examination (Cooper Standards administered by Mashpee PD) may be given, comprehensive background investigation, medical examination, psychological examination, and physical agility test (Commonwealth of Massachusetts HRD PAT). MA certified candidates will be exempt from the Commonwealth of Massachusetts HRD PAT (proof of certification must be submitted at time of application).
Minimum Requirements: U.S. citizen, high school diploma or GED, age 21 upon appointment, valid driver’s license, no felony convictions, a person of unquestionable character and integrity that can hold a position of public trust, ability to perform the general duties, essential functions and other responsibilities required by department policies and job description and meet the requirements established by the Massachusetts Municipal Training Committee. Certified candidates may be given preference based upon qualifications and suitability. Uncertified candidates must successfully complete the full-time recruit academy. All candidates must successfully serve a minimum of one (1) year probationary period.
Comprehensive benefits package includes Town contribution of 75% towards the cost of health insurance, defined benefit pension program, generous vacation package, life/dental/vision plan options, as well as deferred compensation plans. Further information can be found on the Human Resources Department Employee Benefits webpage at mashpeema.gov.
Interested candidates must submit a fully completed original Employment Application (available on the HR Dept. Employment Opportunities webpage at mashpeema.gov) to:
Mashpee Town Hall, Human Resources Department
16 Great Neck Road North
Mashpee, MA 02649
Application Deadline: April 24, 2024 by 4:30pm. Late submissions will not be accepted.
The Town of Mashpee is an EEO/AA Employer
Applications from Women and Minorities are Encouraged
Posted: April 3, 2024
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person
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