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Trending Job Description The Massachusetts Port Authority is Going Above and Beyond™ for your career. We are a dynamic organization that connects people and businesses to the global community by air, land, and sea. Our employees are essential in moving planes, cargo, and cruise ships safely, efficiently, and sustainably. We are an economic engine, managing real estate assets where people live, work, and play. Together, the properties we own and operate generate $20 billion for the region’s economy. The Massport Police Department is committed to delivering exceptional law enforcement and security services across Massachusetts Port Authority facilities, including maritime terminals, parks, and designated areas of the Seaport District. With a steadfast commitment to integrity, professionalism, and respect, our mission is to prevent crime, protect life and property, and ensure public safety and regulatory compliance. In close collaboration with Port Partners and stakeholders, we engage in proactive patrols, specialized units, and community-focused initiatives to support Massport’s operational excellence and foster a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for all who travel through and work within our facilities.

ABOUT YOU

As a Port Officer Trainee (Bargaining Unit, Local Union No. 170), you are grounded, reliable, and deeply committed to the safety and well-being of others. Guided by a strong moral compass, you consistently act with integrity, even under pressure or uncertainty. By upholding laws and security protocols at high-profile facilities, you work closely with community partners to maintain safety. You’ll become part of a skilled police force dedicated to regulatory compliance and building public trust, with opportunities to specialize in areas like bicycle patrol, tactical training, and community outreach—contributing to a secure and thriving port environment. What you will do: Protect lives and property through patrolling Massport areas, monitoring vessel activity, and enforcing laws, rules, and regulations. Secure facilities by managing access control, inspecting perimeters, challenging suspicious behavior, and removing unauthorized individuals. Provide crime prevention information, foster community partnerships, administer first aid, and regulate parking and pedestrian flow. Conduct investigations, prepare reports, safeguard sensitive security information, and assist with mutual aid operations as needed. What you offer: High School Diploma or equivalent. Eligibility through one of the following pathways: completion of a law enforcement academy with POST certification, relevant military experience, a qualifying degree, or EMS experience—combined with the physical fitness and police academy requirements. Valid driver’s license with minimal restrictions, the ability to obtain a Massachusetts firearm license, and commitment to complete and maintain firearms and CPR training certifications. Willingness and ability to work at all Massport locations, proficiency with basic computer skills, and successful completion of physical exams, psychological assessments, drug screenings, and background/security checks. Collaboration with colleagues at all levels of leadership from all different disciplines, from Aviation to Maritime and beyond. Every day is different at Massport and the breadth of our impact on the Massachusetts region through our facilities provides many opportunities for our employees to grow, learn, and explore the many areas of our business. Our business is all about connecting. We support and take pride in the employees that make those connections possible each and every day. Work/life balance A supportive and inclusive culture Opportunities for growth Providing safe, healthy, and secure work environment Supporting the people and businesses of New England Achieving results and having positive impact Being good neighbors in the communities we serve #J-18808-Ljbffr Massachusetts Port Authority