Lateral Transfer Officer

Job Description Update:
August 12, 2026 New Hiring Initiative | Cohasset Police Department

The Cohasset Police Department has launched a new hiring initiative and is actively seeking candidates for the role of police officer. The deadline to submit your application for this round of hiring is 9:00 AM Friday, September 18th!

Applications submitted after the previous Final date to receive applications have not been overlooked. Those applications, along with all new submissions, will be reviewed as part of this new hiring process.

Thank you for your interest in serving the Cohasset Police Department. We look forward to learning more about you.

Applications close promptly at 9:00 AM on Friday, September 18th.

The Cohasset Police Department has recently withdrawn from the Massachusetts Civil Service system and is actively seeking experienced officers eligible to apply as Lateral Transfer candidates to serve the Cohasset community.

• Community-oriented individuals from all backgrounds who see policing as a calling to serve, protect constitutional rights, and build community trust through every interaction.
• Candidates who possess a guardian mindset and outstanding character.
• Enthusiastic and compassionate individuals who are dedicated to addressing community needs.
• We recognize that the best police officers often come from diverse backgrounds—including social work, education, military service, conflict mediation, or counseling, and we strongly encourage applications from women and individuals with bilingual or multilingual abilities.
• If you bring emotional intelligence, a commitment to justice and a guardian's heart, we'll teach you the rest!

• Commitment to a guardian-oriented policing through building community trust and procedural justice.
• Emotional intelligence with ability to recognize and manage one’s own emotions, remain calm under stress, and respond to others with empathy.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, respectfully, and professionally.
• Sound judgment & decision-making in complex or high-pressure situations.
• Commitment to treating everyone with dignity and fairness in every interaction.
• Cultural humility & willingness to learn from people with different life experiences.
• Growth mindset including ability to acknowledge errors & learn from feedback.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Prioritizes physical and mental well-being.

• Opportunities for career growth and advancement (Detectives, School Resource Officer, Marine Unit, K-9, Field Training Officer (FTO), and Regional SWAT), but is small enough that officers collaborate directly with the Chief and command staff to address challenges in the community.

• Prime South Shore location — 18 miles south of Boston, bordered by Hingham, Hull, Norwell, and Scituate. Coastal calls. Tight-knit neighborhoods. High visibility policing.
• Community-First Policing — You’ll know the residents, the businesses, the waterfront, and the rhythm of the town. This is real municipal policing.
• Visitors + Residents — Seasonal activity, coastal dynamics, and year-round community engagement keep the job varied and meaningful.

Applicants to our Lateral Transfer position must meet the following qualifications necessary for consideration:

• Academy Training:
  Eligible applicants must have completed their academy training through a Full-Time MPTC Academy to qualify for this position. Applications from…