Lateral Transfer Officer

Franklin PD:
Full-Time Certified | Lateral Transfer Officer

You've Trained. You’ve Done the Job. Now Find the Right Badge.

The Franklin Police Department is seeking proven Certified & Lateral Transfer Officers who are ready to bring their experience to a progressive, professional organization. Explore our Department Profile to learn what life at Franklin PD is really like—and see if it’s the right fit for your next chapter.

This isn’t about starting over. It’s about leveling up. Apply today.

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Before you apply, make sure you qualify!

Required Qualifications:

• At least 21 years of age.
• Associate's Degree or two+ years of active military service with honorable discharge (degree required within 42 months if hired via military experience).
• Possess a valid Massachusetts Driver's License.
• Possess and maintain License to Carry Firearms.
• No felony convictions.
• No tattoos, body art, brands, or scarifications may be visible above the collar line, including on the face, neck, or head.
• Must currently reside/be willing to relocate within thirty (30) miles of the Town of Franklin; within 12 months of appointment (Town/City border to Franklin, as the crow flies).
• Preference may be given to candidates who meet certain additional qualifications (such as residency, U.S. Veterans, specialized training, or relevant experience). However, all qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will be given full consideration.

Required Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Decision-making under pressure.
• Report writing and investigative skills.
• Must be of good moral character and fit for employment, as determined by the POST Commission.

Additional Requirements for Certified Applicants:

• Must be POST Certified.
• Must have completed the Full-Time MPTC Police Academy, or equivalent.
• Must pass an through background check, including driving record check, CORI background check.
• Pass a physical examination, including a drug screen.
• Pass a psychological evaluation.

Additional Requirements for Lateral Transfer Applicants:

Candidates applying as Lateral Transfers must meet all requirements for Certified applicants, as well as the additional qualifications listed below.

• 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 before applying.

  • The Advisory Letter helps determine whether an applicant may qualify for a Massachusetts police academy exemption based on prior law enforcement training and experience. For comprehensive information regarding the exemption request process, please visit: https://www.mass.gov/how-to/request-an-exemption-or-temporary-waiver .

• National Decertification Index (NDI) Standing: A FT Lateral Transfer applicant must be certified and in good standings with the National Decertification Index (NDI).

Duties & Responsibilities of a Franklin PD Patrol Officer:

• Upholding the law.
• Following lawful orders.
• Maintaining professional accountability while working collaboratively to ensure public safety.
• Respond to emergencies.
• Conduct thorough investigations.
• Collect and preserve evidence.
• Accurately document all activities in accordance with department policy.
• Patrol assigned areas to deter and address crime, traffic…