FT Entry Level Officer

About the role

Foxborough PD is building a pool of qualified Entry Level candidates for future hiring opportunities. Officers serve a thriving community of approximately 20,000 residents and gain experience that extends beyond traditional policing through proactive patrol, community‑centered engagement, and programs like the department’s annual Youth Police Academy. The department emphasizes community‑oriented policing, offers opportunities for specialized assignments and regional task forces, hosts an Annual Youth Police Academy, and is home to Gillette Stadium, providing a unique policing environment in Massachusetts.

To get ahead of the hiring process, candidates should achieve 70%+ on the GetBadged exam and submit an application, undergo a background investigation, panel interview, conditional offer, medical exam, written and oral psychological exam, and pass the state‑mandated Physical Abilities Test (PAT).

Requirements

• Possess an Associate's Degree, OR possess a high school diploma/GED equivalent AND have honorably served with the United States Armed Forces as defined by Massachusetts General Laws.
• Must reside within 15 miles of Foxborough, MA, within one year after appointment.
• Be a U.S. Citizen (Birth or naturalization).
• Possess a valid Massachusetts Driver's License.
• Have the ability to obtain an unrestricted Massachusetts Class A License to Carry a Firearm (LTC‑A).
• Not be a convicted felon or have convictions from another jurisdiction that would be treated as a felony in the Commonwealth.
• Must not smoke and remain a non‑smoker (smoking of tobacco products is prohibited by G.L. c. 41 Section 101A).
• Must have the ability to complete the full‑time MPTC Police Academy.
• Preference may be given to candidates with established ties to the Foxborough community, including current and former residents, as well as those with specialized training, certifications, higher education, or relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate sound judgment and strong decision‑making under pressure.
• Maintain professionalism and accountability in all aspects of service.
• Be adaptable, resilient, and committed to continuous growth.
• Show initiative and resourcefulness in solving problems.
• Exhibit respect, empathy, and fairness in interactions with the community.
• Work effectively as part of a team while carrying personal responsibility.
• Uphold the values of service, dedication, and public trust.

Responsibilities

• Identify criminal offenders and criminal activity; where appropriate, apprehend offenders and participate in subsequent court proceedings.
• Reduce opportunities for the commission of crime through preventative patrol and other measures.
• Aid individuals who are in danger of physical harm.
• Facilitate the movement of vehicular and pedestrian traffic; enforce traffic rules and regulations and motor vehicle laws by issuing citations.
• Create and maintain a feeling of security in the community.
• Response to emergency situations and provide appropriate services as necessary.
• Promote and preserve the peace.
• Creatively solve problems related to improving the quality of life in the community.
• Complete detailed reports on all crimes, vehicle accidents, and other incidents requiring police attention.
• Properly maintain equipment and supplies.
• Perform all other essential functions of a municipal police officer identified by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts' Human Resources Division.

Benefits

• Quinn Equivalent Educational Incentive
• Shift Differentials for Evening/Nighttime Shifts
• Annual Clothing Allowance
• Longevity Pay
• Generous Paid Time Off for Holidays, Vacation, Sick & Personal Days
• Detail Opportunities
• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Pay

Annual Salary $65,047 (Step 1) - $80,996 (Step 8)