The Ashland Police Department is accepting applications from high caliber, motivated and qualified FT Entry Level Officer candidates looking to join their team.
To be considered an eligible candidate, Ashland Police Department requires applicants receive a 70% and above on the PES Entry Exam, and meet or exceed the Minimum Requirements as specified below: Be a U.S. Citizen (Birth or naturalization) Be at least 21 years of age upon submission of application Possess a high school diploma or GED Certificate. Preference will be given to those candidates that have a college degree(s), military experience, or combination Possess a valid Massachusetts driver's license Have the ability to obtain an unrestricted Massachusetts Class A License to Carry a Firearm Must take and pass a Psychical Abilities Test (PAT's) Must successfully complete a pre-employment psychological fitness for duty examination Must take and pass a pre-employment medical screening Have a strong character background Be willing and able to meet the duties and obligations of an Ashland Police Officer Must live within 15 miles of Ashland (as the crow flies, border to border), prior to the end of your "Probationary Period" (one year upon successful completion of the Field Training Program) Have the ability to successfully complete the MPTC FT Police Academy Not be a convicted felon, or have convictions from another jurisdiction that would be treated as a felony in the Commonwealth Not smoke and stay a non-smoker. Smoking tobacco products is prohibited as outlined by G.L. Chapter 41 Section 101A of the Massachusetts General Laws Must be free of tattoos past the wrist towards the hand, on the neck, or on the face Must pass thorough background investigation Receive a passing grade of 70% and above on the PES Entry Exam