Town of Topsfield / Job Posting Summary

Position Title:                           Full Time Police Officer

Department:                            Police Department

Supervisor:                              Chief of Police and/or his Designee

Compensation:                        July 1, 2026, Base Pay $1,433.87/week

                                                90 % for first year probationary status

Other Benefits:                        Shift differential; 7% evenings, 8% overnights

                                                Career Incentive Pay; $8,000.00/annually bachelor’s degree

                                                                                   $9,000.00/annually master’s degree

                                                 Mass Police Accreditation Stipend of 2% in FY27

Assigned shift:                         TBD

Date of Posting:                       February 10, 2026

Deadline for Applications:        Position will remain open until a qualified candidate is hired.

Summary:

The Topsfield Police Department is hiring one (1) full time police officers with an anticipated start date of April 1, 2026.

Eligibility Requirements:

• The applicant must have successfully completed an MPTC sanctioned full-time police academy and be in good standing as a certified police officer within the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the Municipal Police Training Committee, and the POST Commission.

• Lateral transfers are encouraged to apply.

Application Process:

All interested parties that meet the eligibility requirements shall submit a cover letter and resume to the Chief of Police of your intention to seek the position of a Full-Time Police Officer.

The process shall also include a Panel Interview with Internal Professionals, a Panel Interview with External Professionals, Recommendations from the Command Staff, collective written evaluations of each candidate and an interview with the Chief of Police and Captain.

The Chief of Police will submit his recommendation to the Town Administrator for their appointment.

E-mail cover letter and resume to Captain Daniel Bell, Topsfield Police Department at [email protected]

North Shore Community College:  Operations/Training Lieutenant posting

Operations/Training Lieutenant (Staff Associate), Campus Police

Non-Unit Professional position, 37.5 hours/week

Campus Location: Danvers

SALARY:  Salary range $83,000.00 - $91,000.00. The offered salary will be commensurate with experience and education but will not exceed the stated range. Full time benefited employees at North Shore Community College are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package offered through the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Click HERE for a highlight of these benefits.

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Town of Rowley / Full-time Police Lieutenant

The Town of Rowley, Massachusetts is accepting applications for a full-time Police Lieutenant within the Rowley Police Department. This is a 40-hour-per-week supervisory position classified as Pay Grade 14 on the Town’s Non-Union Compensation Schedule, with an FY 2026 salary range of $93,709 to $107,385, plus educational incentive, overtime opportunities, and a take-home cruiser. The Police Lieutenant serves in a senior leadership role under the direction of the Chief of Police and is responsible for supervising and coordinating patrol and investigative functions, assisting with departmental administration and operations, and overseeing and evaluating subordinate officers. Qualified candidates must have prior law enforcement experience, including supervisory experience at the rank of sergeant or equivalent, hold or be able to obtain Massachusetts POST certification, possess a valid driver’s license, and meet all required training standards for the position.

See the Town of Rowley website for full job details and application instructions.

City of Easthampton / Position Vacancy - Public Safety Dispatch Director

Job Type: Full-Time, Benefited (40 Hrs. Per Week)
Posted: January 22, 2026
Wages:$80,000 - $93,000 Annually
Closing Date:Until Filled

POSITION OVERVIEW
The Dispatch Supervisor serves as the dispatch department head responsible for the overall management, supervision, and administration of the City’s Public Safety Dispatch Communications Center. This role oversees planning, coordination, staffing, and technology management to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of emergency communication services. Work requires independent judgment, leadership, discretion, and accountability. Performs all other related work as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
● Directs daily Dispatch operations ensuring effective emergency response, service quality, and accuracy.
● Develops and enforces policies, procedures, and work standards; ensures compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
● Oversees recruitment, hiring, training, performance evaluations, promotions, and discipline of dispatch staff.
● Manages schedules, payroll, and leave; works with HR on grievances, contracts, and labor issues.
● Ensures staff knowledge of policies, procedures, and the jurisdictional authority of served agencies.
● Handles sensitive and confidential personnel, labor, financial, and citizen information with discretion.
● Prepares and manages the department budget and grant applications.
● Oversees communications systems, including radios, CAD, and Enhanced 911 infrastructure.
● Operates multi-position communications and CAD systems as needed.
● Maintains required certifications and performs dispatch duties when necessary.
● Represents the department in meetings; builds partnerships; provides public education on 911 services.
● Works evenings and weekends as required.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business administration, public safety, emergency management, or a related field.

Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in public safety communications, with at least two (2) years in a supervisory or managerial role.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Preferred Certifications: First Responder/CPR, LEAPS/NCIC, Emergency Medical Dispatch, Enhanced 911, APCO Basic Telecommunication, or similar.

HOW TO APPLY
Applicants who wish to be considered may submit a cover letter, resume, and completed city application to the Human Resources Department, Municipal Building, 50 Payson Ave, Easthampton, MA 01027, or email them to [email protected] on or before the closing date.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER