Massachusetts Municipal Association (MMA)

Police Officer

Town of Littleton
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Job Description

POSITION: The Littleton Police Department will be conducting a selection process for the appointment of two full-time Police Patrol Officers.

GENERAL SUMMARY: A police officer for the Littleton Police department is responsible for the appropriate response to emergency and non-emergency calls received in the Communications Call Center and ensuring the safety and security of the citizens and the property of the town. Scope of responsibility includes motor vehicle enforcement, criminal law enforcement, medical assists, investigations, traffic control and general calls for service. Police Officers are responsible for adhering to all policies and procedures relevant to the operation of the MPAC Accredited Littleton Police department.

Candidates for this position must possess POST certification or be in the process of obtaining certification from an approved full-time Massachusetts Police Training Council Academy, or equivalent, a High School diploma as well as a minimum of an associate degree. Please see the job description on the human resources page of littletonma.org for complete details on duties and qualifications.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS: The position of Full-time permanent Police Officer is an hourly position. The salary range for this position is $30.83-$37.56 depending on experience. The following additional benefits: Educational Incentive equivalent to Full-Quin percentages, BWC Stipend, shift differential, OIC Pay, Night/Weekend/Holiday Detail Rates, 12 Paid Holidays, Uniform Allowance, Comp Time Allowed, Swaps Allowed, On-Duty Fitness Program, Specialty NEMLEC Units.

 

Instructions

APPLICATION PROCESS: All applicants are required to complete the application form found on the town’s website at https://www.littletonma.org/human-resources/pages/employment-opportunities.  Resumes may be attached to the application form as additional information but cannot serve as a substitute for completing the employment application.  Send application materials with cover letter to: Chief of Police, Littleton Police Department, 500 Great Road, Littleton MA 01460. Application materials can be emailed to Chief Douglas Landry at [email protected]. Applications will be accepted by the Littleton Police Department until all positions are filled. All applicants will be notified of their standing in the process as soon as possible. Interested applicants are welcome to contact Chief Landry or a member of the command staff to discuss the position, ask questions about the department, or arrange an in person visit prior to applying.    The appointment of the final candidate will be contingent upon the results of pre-placement conditions including a thorough background investigation, medical exam, and psychological exams. Costs for these pre-placement requirements will be borne by the town.  Individuals who need accommodation to participate in this process should contact the Littleton Human Resources Department. The town of Littleton is an EOE.

Region

Littleton, Mass.

Population: 10,251

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