Police Officer Position Available In Hampden, Massachusetts

Police Officer 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars 231 Maple Road, Longmeadow, MA 01106 The Longmeadow Police Department is accepting applications for current and future openings for Non-Civil Service, Full-Time Police Officers. Because the LPD holds high standards of integrity and professionalism, interested applicants should be highly motivated, self-disciplined and possess a community policing philosophy. Preference will be given to candidates with MPTC academy certification. Selected candidates will be required to: Possess a High School Diploma or G.E.D. Ability to obtain and maintain a Massachusetts firearms license to carry. Be at least 21 years of age. Successfully pass oral interviews. Successfully pass a thorough background investigation prior to employment. Successfully pass a medical examination. Successfully pass a psychological examination. Must be a United States citizen. Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license. Must reside within 15 miles of Longmeadow, Massachusetts within 6 months of appointment. Successfully pass a Field Training phase. Meet and maintain POST certification. The Longmeadow Police Department is an Accredited Agency comprised of 27 sworn full-time officers and 3 civilian employees serving a population of approximately 16,000 residents. Widely recognized for its professionalism and unwavering commitment to community policing, the LPD enjoys working side by side with our community partners to enhance the quality of life for our residents.

Competitive benefits package includes:

Competitive salary with step increases Education Incentive; percentages per degree “4 and 2” schedule (4 days on, 2 days off); 8 hr. shifts Longevity and stipend payments $1000 annual uniform allowance Health insurance (eye and dental benefits available) 96 Hours of sick time accrued annually Annual vacation: 12-24 days Annual personal days Hampden County Retirement System; Group IV Town sponsored Deferred Compensation program; 457b Detail Rate $64.52/hr. Overtime opportunities Paid Training Specialty positions Candidates should submit a completed Police Officer Application located on the Town website to Human Resources at 231 Maple Road, Longmeadow, MA 01106 or via email to hrdept@longmeadowma.gov. Posting closes 06/30/2025 at noon and then open until filled. The Town of Longmeadow is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion as a Town and to offering equal access to career development and promotional opportunities to our Town employees. recblid hkswfextaewl2gfcrauzedta1xzmvq