Police Officer

Town of Chatham•Chatham, MA

About The Position

The Chatham Police Department is accepting applications and resumes from motivated, community-oriented individuals interested in joining its team. This is a full-time, year-round position. Lateral transfers are strongly encouraged. The starting pay range is $33.90–$46.54 per hour ($2,712.00–$3,723.20 biweekly), depending on experience. The department provides uniforms and equipment, and offers paid details and opportunities for mountain bike patrol and motorcycle patrol. Applicants must pass an extensive background check and physical, drug, and psychological testing. The department is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Requirements

  • Be at least 21 years of age.
  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Pass an extensive background check and physical, drug, and psychological testing.

Nice To Haves

  • A college degree is highly desirable.
  • Full-time Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC) academy certification is strongly preferred, but not required.
  • Massachusetts POST Certification is strongly preferred, but not required.
  • Prior public safety experience is strongly preferred, but not required.

Benefits

  • Education and fitness incentives
  • Signing bonus
  • In-house fitness facility
  • Uniforms and equipment provided
  • Paid details available
  • Opportunities for mountain bike patrol and motorcycle patrol
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