Abington - Certified Police Officer

The Town of Abington is seeking experienced police officers for lateral transfer opportunities. The department is community policing-oriented and committed to dedication and professionalism. The department consists of 17 dedicated full-time Police Officers, 2 School Resource Officers, 1 Detective, 6 Patrol Sergeants, 1 Administrative Sergeant, 1 Detective Sergeant, 2 Lieutenants, a Deputy Chief, and a Chief — all working together in a team-oriented environment with many growing opportunities. Join us today!

Compensation and Benefits

The base salary range is $67,912.00 (Step 1) to $75,379.20 (Step 7) per the most recent collective bargaining agreement, with additional benefits and incentives, including:

Educational incentive added to base pay based on degree level:

• • 10% for an Associate’s Degree
  • 20% for a Bachelor’s Degree
  • 25% for a Master’s Degree
• Longevity pay beginning after five years of law enforcement experience
• Three weeks of vacation beginning in year eight
• Thirteen paid holidays
• Personal days and health incentive days
• On-duty workout time
• 9%-night shift differential for regularly worked evening and overnight shifts
• Certified Field Training Officers (FTOs) receive an additional 10% while performing FTO duties.

Detail pay is currently:

• $67.00 per hour daytime rate with a 4-hour minimum
• $100.50 per hour nights and weekends

Additional benefits include:

• Uniform allowance
• Multiple specialty position percentage opportunities
• Participation in the department sick leave bank
• Qualified lateral candidates may be eligible for placement at a higher salary step based on years of service.

Opportunities

The Abington Police Department offers a variety of specialized assignments, including, but not limited to:

• Detectives
• School Resource Officers
• K9-Unit
• Mountain Bike Unit
• Motorcycle Unit
• Drone Unit
• UTV Unit

These assignments provide officers with opportunities to grow in diverse areas of law enforcement.

Additionally, as part of Metro-LEC, when applicable, officers may participate in a variety of regional task forces, including SWAT and Cybercrime Units, enhancing collaboration across agencies. Any applicant who is currently an active member in good standing with a Metro-LEC team shall maintain their status upon appointment.

Eligibility

• Applicants must have successfully completed an MPTC-certified full-time police academy.
• Hold active certification from the Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Commission.
• Must reside in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts within 20 miles of the Town of Abington perimeter within first year of employment.

Applicants must also:

• Be at least 21 years of age
• A valid Massachusetts License to Carry Firearms
• A valid Driver’s License 
• Have no felony convictions
• Hold a high school diploma or equivalent

Additionally, applicants must:

• Successfully pass a psychological evaluation
• Undergo a comprehensive background investigation
• Have no serious disciplinary issues within the past five years
• Equal Opportunity Employer

The Town of Abington is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.