FT Lateral Transfer Officer

GetBadged; Walpole (MA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational Incentive Program

Shift Differential

Health Insurance 60/40 Split

Medical Stipend

Dental, Life, Disability

Generous Paid Time Off

Mental Wellness Programs

On-Site Fitness Center

Job summary

The Walpole Police Department is seeking a Full‑Time Lateral Transfer Officer. This role requires active sworn status, state training completion, and eligibility for waivers where applicable, with the ability to pass medical, psychological, and oral interviews.

Minimum qualifications include 24 months of full‑time service in a civilian jurisdiction, an associate degree or veteran status, and good standing with the NDI. Salary ranges and comprehensive benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Must pass medical and psychological exams and an oral interview.
• Must have 24+ months of full‑time service as a sworn officer in a civilian jurisdiction.
• State Basic Training Academy completion or equivalency test required.
• NDI certification in good standing is required.
• MPTC Academy status or waiver eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties of a Walpole Police Officer.
• Meet Entry Level requirements as listed on the posting.
• Participate in the hiring and onboarding process as an Lateral Transfer applicant.

Skills

Medical exam pass

Oral interview pass

Physical agility test (PAT) pass

NDI certification

Good moral character

Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent credits

High School Diploma/G.E.D. + Veteran status

Job description

Walpole PD: Full-Time Lateral Transfer Officer

• To be considered an eligible applicant, candidates must meet all Entry Level requirements as listed on our Entry Level posting.
• Must be able to pass medical exam and the Massachusetts Human Resources Division's physical agility test (PAT).
• Must have at least 24 months of full-time paid service as a sworn police officer in a civilian governmental jurisdiction prior to application.
• Successful completion of State Basic Training Academy or Equivalency Test.
• Must be either full-time MPTC Academy graduate, or the training academy must be eligible for a waiver.
• Possess an Associate's Degree or equivalent credits when enrolled in a Bachelor's program, or possess a High School Diploma/G.E.D. equivalent and have achieved Veteran's status with the United States Armed Forces as defined by Massachusetts General Law.
• A FT Lateral Transfer applicant must be certified and in good standings with the National Decertification Index (NDI).
• Must be of good moral character and fit for employment, as determined by the POST Commission.

Additional Qualifications

Must have the ability to:

• Pass a medical and psychological exam;
• Pass an oral interview prior to appointment; and
• Perform the duties of a Walpole Police Officer.

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Minimum Requirements

FT Lateral Transfer:

• To be considered an eligible applicant, candidates must meet all Entry Level requirements as listed on our Entry Level posting.
• Must be able to pass medical exam and the Massachusetts Human Resources Division's physical agility test (PAT).
• Must have at least 24 months of full‑time paid service as a sworn police officer in a civilian governmental jurisdiction prior to application.
• Successful completion of State Basic Training Academy or Equivalency Test.
• Must be either full‑time MPTC Academy graduate, or the training academy must be eligible for a waiver.
• Possess an Associate's Degree or equivalent credits when enrolled in a Bachelor's program, or possess a High School Diploma/G.E.D. equivalent and have achieved Veteran's status with the United States Armed Forces as defined by Massachusetts General Law.
• A FT Lateral Transfer applicant must be certified and in good standings with the National Decertification Index (NDI).
• Must be of good moral character and fit for employment, as determined by the POST Commission.

Additional Qualifications

Must have the ability to:

• Pass a medical and psychological exam;
• Pass an oral interview prior to appointment; and
• Perform the duties of a Walpole Police Officer.

About Your Role, Your Duties & Your Responsibilities.

Salary & Compensation

Annual Salary Range:

• $60,216 - $80,430 (FY26) + Generous Benefits Package

Other Compensation:

• Educational Incentive Program: Officers with an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in any field from an accredited college or university qualify for incentives. Additional incentives are available for certain qualified Master’s degree programs.
  • Associate’s Degree: 10%
  • Bachelor’s Degree: 20%
  • Master’s Degree: 25%
• Shift Differential
• Health Insurance: 60/40 Split.
• Medical Stipend
• Additional Insurance Benefits: Dental, Life, and Disability.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Up to (35) Vacation Days, (12) Paid Holidays, and Compensation Time.
• Additional Stipends: Available for Specialty Duties.
• Mental Wellness Programs: Peer Support Team, Critical Incident Stress Debriefing, and Individual Counseling.
• Physical Wellness: On-Site Physical Fitness Center.

Hiring Process

The Town of Walpole is an Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/D/V and does not discriminate based on race, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual preference or any other legally protected status.