Cohasset PD Full- Time Entry Level Officer
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Job Location:
Cohasset, MN - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 69939 - 83510
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Cohasset PD: Full-Time Entry Level Officer
Contact Information
Lt. Gregory Lennon
ext. 6105
62 Elm Street
Cohasset MA 02025
Type: FT Entry Level Officer
Is an exam required Yes
Required Passing Score: 70%
Job Description
Application Deadline: 9:00 AM Saturday February 28 2026
The Cohasset PD is on a timeline -and your timing matters! Submit early to be considered in this hiring cycle.
Applications received after the deadline will remain on file for future opportunities.
Cohasset PD is Now Hiring: This is Your Opportunity to Serve with Purpose!
The Cohasset Police Department has recently withdrawn from the Massachusetts Civil Service system and is actively seeking Entry Level candidates interested in serving the Cohasset community.
Were Seeking:
- Community-oriented individuals from all backgrounds who see policing as a calling to serve protect constitutional rights and build community trust through every interaction.
- Candidates who possess a guardian mindset and outstanding character.
- Enthusiastic and compassionate individuals who are dedicated to addressing community needs.
- We recognize that the best police officers often come from diverse backgroundsincluding social work education military service conflict mediation or counseling and we strongly encourage applications from women and individuals with bilingual or multilingual abilities.
- If you bring emotional intelligence a commitment to justice and a guardians heart well teach you the rest!
Other key characteristics of an ideal candidate will include the following knowledge skills abilities and characteristics:
- Commitment to a guardian-oriented policing through building community trust and procedural justice.
- Emotional intelligence with ability to recognize and manage ones own emotions remain calm under stress and respond to others with empathy.
- Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly respectfully and professionally.
- Sound judgment & decision-making in complex or high-pressure situations.
- Commitment to treating everyone with dignity and fairness in every interaction.
- Cultural humility & willingness to learn from people with different life experiences.
- Growth mindset including ability to acknowledge errors & learn from feedback.
- Excellent written communication skills.
- Prioritizes physical and mental well-being.
What the Cohasset PD Offers:
Opportunities for career growth and advancement (Detectives School Resource Officer Marine Unit K-9 Field Training Officer (FTO) and Regional SWAT) but is small enough that officers collaborate directly with the Chief and command staff to address challenges in the community.
About our Community:
- Prime South Shore location 18 miles south of Boston bordered by Hingham Hull Norwell and Scituate. Coastal calls. Tight-knit neighborhoods. High visibility policing.
- Community-First Policing Youll know the residents the businesses the waterfront and the rhythm of the town. This is real municipal policing.
- Visitors Residents Seasonal activity coastal dynamics and year-round community engagement keep the job varied and meaningful.
Make a real impact and join the Cohasset PD today!
Minimum Requirements
To be considered an eligible candidate the Cohasset PD requires applicants receive a 70% and above on the getbadged Entry Exam and meet or exceed the Minimum Requirements as outlined below.
- Citizenship: Be a U.S. Citizen (Birth or naturalization).
- Age Requirement: Be at least 21 years old upon appointment to the Police Academy.
- Drivers License: Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Massachusetts Drivers License.
- Certifications: Have the ability to obtain a Massachusetts Class A License to Carry a firearm (LTC-A) at the time of hire.
- Education:Possess a minimum of Associates Degree or equivalent credits when enrolled in a Bachelors program from an accredited college/university orPossess a High School Diploma/G.E.D. equivalent and have achieved Veterans status with the United Armed Forces as defined by M.G.L.
- Background Investigation:Can not be a convicted felon or have convictions from another jurisdiction that would be treated as a felony in the Commonwealth. Must pass a thorough background investigation prior to employment.
- Police Academy: Must have to ability to successfully complete a FT MPTC Police Academy or equivalent and become MA POST Certified.
- Fitness & Medical: Must pass physical fitness test medical and psychological examination and a drug screen/test.
- Non-Smoking: Not smoke and stay a non-smoker. Smoking tobacco is prohibited as outlined in M.G.L. Chapter 41 Section 101A.
- Entry Exam: Must achieve 70% on the getbadged Entry Exam.
Salary & Compensation
The Cohasset Police Department offers a competitive salary & benefits compensation package.
Annual Salary:
- $69939 - $83510 (Effective July 1 2026) *
- Certified officers will receive credit for time served. Experience and years of service will determine starting salary.
* Effective July 1 2026 top step for a patrol officer is $106023 including night differential longevity Bachelors degree incentive pay and holiday pay.
Annual Benefits:
- Educational Incentive
- Vacation & Personal Days
- Night & Holiday Pay
- Uniform Allowance
- Incentive Pay
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Longevity Pay
- Health Dental & Vision Insurance
- Additional Benefits Offered
Hiring Process
The Cohasset Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age national origin disability genetic information veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local law.
Ready to Apply Heres What You Need to Do:
To apply you must first Register for Your Exam (Entry Level) or become a POST Certified Academy Trained/Lateral Transfer Member.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
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