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EAST LONGMEADOW POLICE DEPARTMENT
POLICE OFFICER
The Town of East Longmeadow is accepting applications for the position of full-time police officer. Duties of this position are under direct supervision and a high quality of service is expected. Patrol officers are responsible for enforcing state and local laws relative to the prevention of crime, the apprehension of offenders, the protection of property and persons, the preservation of public peace, and the control of traffic. Patrol Officers perform additional investigative duties and public service work as assigned.
The selected applicant will be required to attend and successfully complete an MPTC Police Academy. All appointments are subject to meeting the requirements set forth by the Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission (POST). Current POST certified and academy trained officers are also welcome to apply.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
- 21 years of age
- U.S. citizen
- a high school diploma or equivalent
- a valid driver’s license
- Candidates must be eligible to possess a MA Class A License to carry a firearm
- Ability to work any hours and in all weather conditions
- Ability to learn and demonstrate job requirements after being trained.
- Applicants must be able to pass a physical ability test, and successfully complete an interview process.
- A medical exam, a psychological exam, as well as an extensive background investigation will be conducted on all finalists.
The patrol officer annual base salary is between $61,382 and $81,128. In addition to the base salary there is an education incentive for eligible college degrees (5% Associates, 20% Bachelors or Masters), as well as longevity percentage increases from 1% to 5%. There is a generous time off policy, as well as frequent opportunities for overtime and outside detail work (current outside detail rate is $79.91 per hour).
Please submit a cover letter and resume through PoliceApp.com.
The deadline for submissions is November 3, 2025 (11:59 p.m. eastern time). In accordance with Massachusetts state law, no applicant who has been convicted of a felony can be appointed as a Police Officer.
“The Town of East Longmeadow 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."
For those experiencing financial hardship making it difficult to pay the $35 application fee, please contact Lt. Manning via email at steve.manning@eastlongmeadowma.gov
Please direct questions regarding this position to mark.williams@eastlongmeadowma.gov
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