Lateral Transfer Officer

Job Description

You’ve built the experience. Now put it to work at Brookline PD.

The Brookline Police Department is seeking experienced Certified | Lateral Transfer Officers who are ready for their next challenge—not just their next department. If you’re looking for a place where your experience is respected, your ideas are welcomed, and your career can continue to evolve, Brookline offers an opportunity that’s difficult to match.

• Big Calls. Real Responsibility. Take a look at the Department’s most recently published call log and you’ll quickly see why. From major public events and complex investigations to mental health crises, quality‑of‑life concerns, and emergency response incidents, Brookline officers handle a wide range of calls.
• Your Experience Matters Here. Brookline recognizes the value of prior law enforcement service. Experienced officers aren’t starting over—they’re bringing knowledge, leadership, and perspective that strengthen the entire department.
• Opportunities Beyond Patrol. Whether your interests lie in Investigations, K9, Motorcycles, Bike Patrol, SRT, Crisis Intervention, Negotiations, Community Policing, or future supervisory roles, Brookline offers multiple pathways for professional growth.
• A Community That Expects Excellence. Brookline residents expect a high level of service, professionalism, and engagement from their police department. Officers are empowered to solve problems, build relationships, and make decisions that have a meaningful impact on the community.
• Location Matters. Bordering Boston and situated among world‑renowned educational, medical, and research institutions, Brookline provides exposure to challenges and opportunities that few departments can offer while maintaining a strong sense of community identity.
• Leadership That Invests in Its People. Brookline’s command staff understands that retaining talented officers requires more than competitive pay. The department is committed to training, development, mentorship, and creating opportunities for officers to continue growing throughout their careers.

Ready for What’s Next? If you’re a certified Massachusetts police officer looking for a department that values experience, rewards initiative, and offers room to grow, Brookline PD may be the opportunity you’ve been waiting for.

Don’t settle for a lateral move. Make a strategic one.

Before you apply, make sure you qualify!

• Certification:
  Must be POST Certified.
• Training:
  Must have completed the Full‑Time MPTC Police Academy. Candidates certified through the Bridge Academy only are not eligible.
• Background & Examinations:
  Must pass an extensive background investigation, medical examination, and written and oral psychological evaluation.
• Non‑Smoker:
  Pursuant to M.G.L. Chapter 41, Section 101A, candidate(s) must be a non‑smoker for a period of one (1) year prior to appointment.
• Residency:
  Candidate must establish residency within 25 miles of the limits of the Town of Brookline within one (1) year from the date of appointment.

• Massachusetts Officer Status
  
  Required:
  
  Only applicants currently employed full‑time as police officers in a Massachusetts police department are eligible for lateral transfer consideration.
• Out‑of‑State Applicants:
  Must hold current Full‑Time Police Officer status, and be a full‑time enforcement officer from any U.S. law enforcement agency in order to apply to the Department as a Lateral Transfer.
• Out‑of‑state Lateral Transfer applicants are required to obtain an Advisory Letter from the Massachusetts Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC) and upload it to their Supporting Documents folder…