The Melrose Police Department is seeking highly motivated, proactive, and community-oriented police officers for lateral transfer. Applicants must have Civil Service status under MGL Chapter 31 and be eligible for transfer from their current department. We are seeking a diverse group of experienced police officers with a strong work ethic and who will embrace the four core values of the Melrose Police Department:
- Honor: Our promise to always do what is right. We hold our profession and the citizens we serve in the highest respect.
- Integrity: We are committed to honesty and ethical behavior in all of our actions.
- Courage: We have a selfless devotion to our duty, and we will stand for justice in the face of danger.
- Accountability: We accept responsibility for our actions and understand the expectations of the community we serve.
Applicants must have successfully completed a MPTC full-time police academy, possess a Massachusetts motor vehicle operator’s license, Massachusetts license to carry firearms, possess solid problem-solving ability, and have strong verbal and written communication skills.
Starting salary $54,216 with step raises as well as educational incentives of 10% Associates, 20% Bachelors, and 25% Master’s Degree in Criminal Justice * Transfers from another Public
Safety Department may be placed at a higher compensation step and may be entitled to enhanced benefits based on years of experience. *
- Night Shift and weekend differentials
- Longevity Pay
- Stipend pay for specialty positions
- $1250 clothing allowance
- $1750 Hazard Duty Stipend
- Strong Health Insurance options with 84/16 split between employer and employee (or an opt out incentive of $5200 for a family plan)
- Competitive detail rates and overtime availability