Police Officer
Salary: : $48,984 to $71,848
Position Summary:
Responsible for enforcing the laws and regulations of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as well as the By-Laws for the Town of Hubbardston. Maintain Law and Order, Protect life and property. Commitment to public service and community engagement.
Essential Functions:
- Patrolling: Regularly driving through areas of Hubbardston to observe activities and maintain a visible presence.
- Responding to calls: Answering emergency and non-emergency calls for service, including domestic disputes, traffic accidents, and criminal incidents.
- Traffic enforcement: Conducting traffic stops, issuing citations and warnings for violations, and managing safe traffic flow.
- Investigating crimes: Gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and documenting details at crime scenes to assist in prosecution of charges at court.
- Making arrests: Apprehending individuals suspected of criminal activity when probable cause exists.
- Serving warrants: Executing search and arrest warrants as authorized by the court.
- Community engagement: Building relationships with community members through outreach programs and proactive policing strategies.
- Report writing: Accurately documenting incidents, arrests, and observations in detailed reports.