Police Officer Full-Time OBPD

The Oak Bluffs Police Department is looking for motivated individuals who want to serve their community and be part of the next generation of police officers.

We currently have one open position for patrol officer that we intend to fill immediately.

If youre ready for a career with purpose and the opportunity to serve the town and Island you love we want to hear from you.

We are a progressive department that offers great opportunities including specialized units and assignments such as the Motorcycle Unit Drug Task Force Tactical Response Team Community Outreach School Resource Officer Field Training Officer Firearms Instructor Detective Unit Bicycle Patrol and Accreditation Team.
Our agency also provides a robust officer wellness program and on-duty physical fitness opportunities which helps promote officer health wellness and resiliency.

The typical work schedule is 4 days on with 3 consecutive days off.

The minimum requirements for becoming a patrol officer on the Oak Bluffs Police Department are as follows:

Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Must be a United States citizen.

Must have no felony convictions.

Must have a good driving record.

Must have the ability to obtain a Massachusetts drivers license and License to Carry Firearms.

Must be of good moral character.

Must be in good health and physical condition.

Must be able to successfully complete the police academy.

Applicants who have completed a full-time police academy prior to applying are preferred. We encourage lateral transfers to apply. We are a non-civil service department and the patrol officers are represented by MassCop.

We offer a highly competitive pay structure including an education incentive starting salary range $100077 - $103836 with detail and overtime opportunities.

Employment applications and all inquiries can be obtained by emailing:

Lieutenant Nicholas Curelli at or calling .

Completed applications and a cover letter should then be submitted to:

Oak Bluffs Police Department
Attention: Lieutenant Nicholas Curelli
P.O. Box 1504
Oak Bluffs MA 02557

OBPD Application Form