FT Police Officer - Town of Harvard,MA

Masscops; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 72,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Health insurance

Uniform allowance

Paid holidays

Overtime pay

Training opportunities

Job summary

The Town of Harvard Police Department is seeking a full-time police officer in Harvard, MA. The role requires MA POST certification, a high school diploma, and residency within 20 miles of Harvard. Additional pay comes from shifts, education incentives, and long-term benefits.

Base salary ranges from $71,677 to $80,450 with evening and midnight shift differentials and education incentives for degrees. The department emphasizes community engagement and continuous training opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• College degree in criminal justice or related field preferred with full-time experience or military service.

Responsibilities

• Engage with the community and proactively resolve issues.
• Must reside within 20 miles of Harvard and be able to obtain Massachusetts LTC.

Education

High School Diploma

Criminal justice-related degree preferred

Job description

#1 · May 12, 2026 Job Opportunity: Full-Time Police Officer

The Town of Harvard Police Department is currently accepting applications for one full-time police officer position. Situated in Worcester County and just 25 miles west-northwest of Boston, along Route 2 and 495, Harvard is a lively community with around 6,200 residents. We are looking for a dedicated and proactive candidate who is eager to engage with the community and adept at resolving issues.

Minimum Requirements:

• Completion of Full-Time Police Academy (MPTC recruit academy graduate) or SSPO Academy
• or completed the Massachusetts Bridge Academy and be eligible for a waiver from the M.P.T.C. for having attended a certified police academy and meeting qualifications as set forth in 555 Code of Massachusetts Regulations 3.03. All Applicants must be certified to work as a full-time police officer by the Massachusetts P.O.S.T. Commission
• High School Diploma Minimum Requirement. Candidates with a college degree in criminal justice or a related field, along with full-time experience and/or military service is preferred.
• Must possess a valid Massachusetts or New Hampshire's driver's license (for NH residents) and have or be able to obtain a valid Massachusetts LTC (License to Carry).
• All candidates must be able to certify under the new Massachusetts POST (Police Officer Standards and Training) standards and must reside within 20 miles of the town.

Salary Range:

• Base Salary:$71,677–$80,450annually, with entry step determined by prior experience 5 Steps.
• Shift Differentials:Evening shiftadds$3,640per year; midnight shiftadds$4,160per year.
• Education Incentive Pay (applied to above base):10% for an Associate’s degree,20% for a Bachelor’s degree, and25% for a Master’s degree.
• At the highest step, a midnight‑shift officer holding a master’s degree can earn approximately$104,723 per year.

Other Benefits Include:

• 4/2 schedule
• Life insurance
• Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health Insurance 70%-30% Split
• $1500 Annual Uniform Allowance
• Employee paid Dental and Vision Plans
• Paid holidays
• Longevity pay
• Detective stipend
• School Resource Officer (SRO) assignment and uniform allowance
• Participation in CEMLEC specialized units (motorcycle, drone, recon and more)
• Ample paid training opportunities
• Overtime pay and details. $70 hour detail rate with generous language on overtime rates and times.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Town of Harvard is an Affi­ We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, or marital or family status. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals.

We appreciate your interest in joining our dedicated team of professionals at the Harvard Police Department.