Patrol Officer

Full Time Police OfficersThank you for your interest in employment with the Yarmouth Police Department. Members of our department are professionals who proudly perform critical traditional and nontraditional law enforcement services on a daily basis for the citizens and visitors of the Town of Yarmouth.BenefitsEducation Incentive457 Deferred compPaid Vacation and HolidaysPaid sick time4/2 scheduleAbout The ProcessThis process will proceed at a rapid pace. There will be no rescheduling of events for any reason. We look forward to interacting with you during our selection process.To compete in this process, you must submit an application accompanied with a cover letter and resume. Applications can be submitted via email to Deputy Chief O'Malley at View email address on click.appcast.io, in-person at the Yarmouth Police Department or by mail at Yarmouth Police Department 340 Higgins Crowell Road West Yarmouth, MA 02673 attn: RECRUITMENTYarmouth Police Department ApplicationYou are NOT eligible for employment with the Yarmouth Police Department if you have been convicted of a felony or if you have been dishonorably discharged from any military service.Minimum RequirementsYou must also meet the following qualifications in order to be considered for a position with the Yarmouth Department.Age: Twenty-one (21) years of age at time of submission of the applicationEducation: You must be a high school graduate or possess a GED AND have a minimum of 60 College Credits orCurrently Serving Active Duty U.S. Armed Forces orHonorable Discharge From U.S. Military Service Minimum 1 year of Duty or Full Time Police Academy Trained with 1 Year of Full Time job experience. Police Academy must be MPTC or equivalent.License: Applicants must possess and maintain a valid driver's license, applicants are required to obtain a Massachusetts Class A License to Carry Firearms.Residency: Candidates must be U.S. citizens.Drug Testing: Candidates shall be required to submit to a drug test as part of the pre-employment medical examination.Character Requirement and other factors: Candidates must meet the highest legal and ethical standards. Honesty and integrity are paramount to our profession. Candidates will undergo a rigorous background investigation before any offer of employment.The Selection ProcessThe selection process will include, at minimum, a detailed review of your application packet, and the successful completion of the Department's selection process which includes but may not be limited to the following:Complete application and submit resumeOral Interview(s)Detailed Background InvestigationChief's Interview