Job Announcement:

SOUTHBOROUGH POLICE DEPARTMENT HIRING PROCESS FOR 7 FULL-TIME POLICE OFFICERS

SOUTHBOROUGH POLICE DEPARTMENT HIRING PROCESS FOR SEVEN (7) POLICE OFFICERS

The Southborough Police Department is accepting applications to fill multiple Full-time Police Officer positions.  Four (4) positions immediately, with an additional three (3) proactive positions available next fiscal year.  

We are seeking individuals who are highly motivated, self-disciplined, and possess a strong interest in community policing philosophy. 

New and Approved Contract with Mass Cop Local 167:

Starting salary range for patrol officer: $67,832 - $110,735.  (Range includes, Quinn Bill & Shift Diff) 

Certified officers are strongly encouraged to apply. Lateral officers will start at pay scale and with benefits commensurate with experience. Certified Officers years of service can count towards SPD’s vacation accruals. SPD officers earn up to seven (7) weeks of vacation.

Minimum requirements:

• U.S. citizen
• at least 21 years of age
• High School graduate (college degree in criminal justice or related field preferred)
• possess a valid Driver’s License & LTC
• must be able to receive and maintain certification by the Massachusetts P.O.S.T. commission.

Process:

Candidates will be required to successfully complete a comprehensive background investigation, medical examination, and psychological exam. The Town of Southborough provides a generous health and wellness benefits package with deferred compensation programs available.

Benefits:

• The department operates out of a new state-of-the-art Southborough Public Safety Complex. Features include a commercial level fitness center, training room, and wellness room.
• The department is Accredited through MPAC.
• Patrol Officers work a 4 day on and 2 days off work schedule per shift.

Patrol Officers also receive the following contractual benefits:

• Sick leave
• Paid Holidays
• Personal Days
• Educational Incentive equal to Quinn Bill
• Defibrillator Stipend
• Night and OIC Differential
• Longevity Bonuses
• Tuition Reimbursement
• $1200 of Clothing Allowance directly deposited into officers check annually  

Lateral Transfer or Full-Time MPTC Police Academy Training strongly preferred but not required for ideal candidates. Cadets currently attending a full-time academy are encouraged to apply, as well as past applicants.

Women and minorities are urged to apply. The Town of Southborough is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please direct questions regarding this position to smccarthy@southboroughma.com