FT Lateral Transfer Officer

GetBadged; Rockport (MA); Hybrid; USD 67,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Educational Incentive

Annual Uniform Allowance

Essex Regional Retirement System

Longevity Pay for Qualified Applicants

Overtime Opportunities

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Rockport Police Department is seeking POST-certified officers for a full-time patrol role, with lateral transfer options for qualified Massachusetts officers. The department emphasizes community policing, waterfront/coastal enforcement, and proactive community engagement in a small-town setting.

Salary for Patrol Officer ranges from $67,375 to $119,070 per year, with a robust benefits package including health insurance, education incentives, a uniform allowance, and retirement through Essex

Qualifications

• Certification: POST Certified.
• Training: Must have completed the Full-Time MPTC Police Academy or equivalent.
• Background & Examinations: Must pass extensive background investigation, medical and psychological evaluations.
• Non-smoker: Must be non-smoker for one year prior to appointment.

Responsibilities

• Preventative Patrol duties as a Rockport Police Officer.
• Traffic Patrol duties and enforcement of traffic laws.
• Engage with residents, businesses, and youth to build trust and provide community support.

Skills

POST Certification

Massachusetts Officer Status

NDI Standing

Non-Smoker

Background Investigation

Education

Full-Time MPTC Police Academy or equivalent

Job description

Rockport PD: Full-Time Certified | Lateral Transfer Officer

Bring Your Experience to the Massachusetts Coast.

The Rockport Police Department is seeking POST-certified officers looking to bring their training, experience, and professionalism to a department where community policing still matters. Rockport offers a unique blend of small-town policing, coastal tourism, proactive community engagement, and diverse patrol responsibilities that provide experienced officers with meaningful work and a quality-of-life few departments can match.

Why Rockport PD?

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Policing Environment - Rockport is home to approximately 7,000 year-round residents, but that number more than doubles during the busy summer season. Officers work in an environment that combines:

• Traditional community policing.
• Coastal and waterfront enforcement.
• Seasonal tourism and visitor interactions.
• Traffic and pedestrian management.
• Special events and downtown activity.
• Quality-of-life and problem-solving initiatives.

Department Size - The department’s size allows officers to remain highly visible within the community while gaining exposure to a broad range of policing responsibilities.

• 18 Full-Time Sworn Officers
• 3 Full-Time Civilian Dispatchers
• Business Manager & Support Staff

Training & Professional Development - Rockport PD invests in officer development through:

• State Accreditation.
• Specialized training opportunities.
• Community-focused policing initiatives.

Specialized Opportunities - Rockport PD officers may have opportunities to participate in:

• ATV Patrol
• Mountain Bike Patrol
• Community Outreach Initiatives
• Community Engagement Assignments
• Traditional Patrol Operations

Community Engagement - Rockport PD places a strong emphasis on relationship-based policing. Officers work closely with:

• Residents and neighborhood groups
• Local businesses
• Schools and youth organizations
• Community stakeholders

Some departments offer a paycheck. Others offer a career. Rockport PD offers something more: a chance to do rewarding police work in a community that still values its officers.

Before you apply, make sure you qualify!

Requirements for Certified Applicants:

• Certification: Must be POST Certified.
• Training: Must have completed the Full-Time MPTC Police Academy, or equivalent.
• Background & Examinations: Must pass an extensive background investigation, medical examination, and written and oral psychological evaluation.
• Non-Smoker: Pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 41, Section 101A, candidate(s) must be a non-smoker for a period of one (1) year prior to appointment.

Additional Requirements for Lateral Transfer Applicants:

Candidates applying as Lateral Transfers must meet all requirements for Certified applicants, as well as the additional qualifications listed below.

• Massachusetts Officer Status Required: POST Certified applicants currently employed full-time as police officers in a Massachusetts police department are eligible for lateral transfer consideration.
• Out-of-State Applicants: Must hold current Full-Time Police Officer status, and be a full-time enforcement officer from any U.S. law enforcement agency in order to apply to the Department as a Lateral Transfer.

  • Out-of-state Lateral Transfer applicants are required to obtain an Advisory Letter from the Massachusetts Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC) and upload it to their Supporting Documents folder before applying.

  • The Advisory Letter helps determine whether an applicant may qualify for a Massachusetts police academy exemption based on prior law enforcement training and experience. For comprehensive information regarding the exemption request process, please visit: https://www.mass.gov/how-to/request-an-exemption-or-temporary-waiver .

• National Decertification Index (NDI) Standing: A FT Lateral Transfer applicant must be certified and in good standings with the National Decertification Index (NDI).

• Character: Must be of good moral character and fit for employment, as determined by the POST Commission.
• Preferences: Preference may be given to candidates who meet certain additional qualifications (such as residency, specialized training, or relevant experience). However, all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will be given full consideration.

Additional Qualifications

As a Rockport Police Officer, you’ll play a vital role in protecting the community, building public trust, and delivering exceptional service through a wide range of law enforcement responsibilities.

Patrol Officer: Summary General Duties & Responsibilities

Specific Duties & Responsibilities - Preventative Patrol

Specific Duties & Responsibilities - Traffic Patrol

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Duties By Assignment

Salary & Compensation

The Rockport PD offers a highly competitive salary and benefits package designed to support long-term career satisfaction.

Salary for Patrol Officer: (commensurate with years of experience)

• $67,375 - $119,070

Benefits: (including, but not limited to)

• 4/2 Work Schedule with Rotating Day Offs
• Educational Incentive
• Annual Uniform Allowance
• Essex Regional Retirement System
• Assigned Shift Differential
• Longevity Pay for Qualified Applicants
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Detail Opportunities & Overtime Assignments

Hiring Process

The Pathway to Getting Hired:

• Submit application.
• Interview with a panel.
• Background Investigation.
• Medical and Psychological exam.
• Conditional Offer of Employment.

Equal Opportunity Employer