Police Officer

Boston Police Department; Boston (MA); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Pension plan

Descripción de la vacante

The Boston Police Department (BPD) is recruiting officers to serve and protect Boston neighborhoods. The department emphasizes community policing, de-escalation, and a 32-week paid Academy with comprehensive training and promotion paths across specialized units.

Applicants must meet age, residency, and education requirements, pass a multi-step hiring process, and complete medical and psychological evaluations, with a focus on integrity, service, and public trust.

Formación

• Must be at least 21 years old to enter the Boston Police Academy.
• Must pass background check and drug screening.
• Must pass Physical Ability Test (PAT) and MPTC entrance exam and complete the 32-week Boston Police Academy.

Educación

High school diploma or GED

Three years of military service with honorable discharge

Descripción del empleo

BPD Recruiting – Boston Police Department

Serving Boston Since 1854

About the Boston Police Department

The Boston Police Department is one of the oldest municipal police departments in the United States. Our mission is to work in partnership with the community to fight crime, reduce fear, and improve the quality of life in every Boston neighborhood. From community policing and neighborhood outreach to major investigations and specialized units, BPD is committed to professionalism, integrity, and transparency. We're looking for officers who reflect the diversity, talent, and values of the communities we serve. Community-Based Neighborhood officers, youth outreach, and partnerships with local organizations are at the core of our work. Values-Driven Integrity, respect, and accountability guide every decision we make and every call we respond to.

Modern Training

Recruit officers receive academy and field training focused on de-escalation, procedural justice, and officer wellness.

Career Support

From mentorship to promotional opportunities, you'll have support throughout your BPD career.

Careers with Purpose

Why Choose a Career with BPD? Join one of the nation's leading police departments and build a rewarding career serving Boston.

Competitive Compensation: Receive competitive salary with overtime opportunities, plus comprehensive health and dental insurance, life insurance, and a pension plan. View Salary Chart.

Career Advancement

Clear promotional paths to detective, sergeant, lieutenant, and captain with specialized units including K9, Homicide, Human Trafficking, and Community Engagement.

Paid Training Academy

32-week paid academy program featuring procedural justice studies, de-escalation tactics, physical training, and mental endurance preparation.

Education Incentive and Public Service Loan Forgiveness Programs

Designed to support educational goals and long-term benefits available through public service.

Serve Your Community

Connect with residents, help those in need, and make a positive impact in Boston neighborhoods you know and care about.

Diverse & Inclusive

Join a department committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, serving all members of our community with empathy and integrity.

Where your career can go

After gaining experience as a patrol officer, you may have opportunities to pursue specialized units. Assignments vary based on department needs and officer qualifications.

Specialized Assignments

• Detective Bureau
• K-9 Unit
• Special Operations / SWAT
• Mounted Unit
• Harbor Patrol School Police / Youth Services
• Community Engagement Units
• Cyber & Digital Evidence

From Interest to Academy

The Hiring Process

1. Step One: Civil Service Exam or Local Register - Register online and take the Massachusetts Civil Service Exam ($75 fee; waivers may be available). The exam is offered annually, and study guides are available on the state's website. Applicants may also apply through the Local Registry Pathway.
2. Step Two: Invitation to Sign the List - Qualified candidates are invited to sign the eligibility list based on exam results and applicable preferences. List placement determines the order in which candidates move forward.
3. Step Three: Background Investigation - Complete an extensive application packet and undergo a background investigation, including drug screening and review by Recruit Investigations Unit detectives.
4. Step Four: Conditional Offer Letter - Candidates who successfully complete the background investigation may receive a conditional offer of employment, contingent upon completion of all remaining required steps.
5. Step Five: Medical & Psychological Evaluation - Candidates must complete medical and psychological evaluations as part of the hiring process to assess overall readiness and suitability for service as a Boston Police Officer.
6. Step Six: PAT Training - Candidates participate in Physical Ability Test (PAT) training as part of the hiring process to prepare for required physical fitness standards.
7. Step Seven: MPTC Test - Candidates must pass the Massachusetts Police Training Committee (MPTC) entrance examination as part of the required pre-academy process.
8. Step Eight: Academy Training - Attend the paid 32-week Boston Police Academy, which includes classroom instruction, tactical training, and physical conditioning.
9. Step Nine: Graduation & Probationary Period - Upon successful graduation from the Academy, officers enter a probationary period that includes supervised field training and performance evaluation.

Minimum Requirements to Become a Boston Police Officer

Age Requirements

• Must be between 19 and 39 years old at the time of taking the Civil Service Exam. Applicants using the Local Registry Pathway may apply up to age 40.
• No more than 39 years old on exam date.
• Must be 21 years old to enter the Boston Police Academy.
• Test results valid for up to 2 years.

Education Requirements

• High school diploma or GED certificate.
• OR Three years of military service with honorable discharge.

Residency & Licensing

• Valid Massachusetts Driver's License.
• Boston resident for at least 1 year before exam date. To claim the Boston Residency Preference through Civil Service, applicants must have lived in Boston for at least one year prior to taking the exam. Applicants applying through the Local Registry Pathway are not required to meet a prior residency requirement but must obtain and maintain Boston residency by the first day of the Academy.

Additional Information

• Must pass background check and drug screening.
• Must pass Physical Abilities Test (PAT).
• Must pass ROC Entry-Level Fitn