Academy Trained Officer

Woburn PD:
Full-Time Certified MPTC Academy Trained Officer

The Woburn Police Department has officially joined Massachusetts' Hybrid Pathway and has selected Get Badged as its exclusive recruitment partner to hire 50% of its future police officers outside the traditional Civil Service list.

If you're a Massachusetts MPTC Academy-trained officer looking for your next challenge, this is your opportunity to join one of the Commonwealth's most respected municipal law enforcement agencies.

Why Woburn? This isn't just another suburb.

• Woburn offers a policing experience unlike most communities in Massachusetts. Strategically located at the intersection of two major highways and just minutes from Boston, Woburn combines a strong suburban character with a rapidly expanding commercial sector. This dynamic environment presents officers with a diverse range of public safety challenges and opportunities.
• As a result, Woburn Police Officers respond to a wide variety of calls for service, requiring adaptability, sound judgment, and a broad spectrum of law enforcement skills. The department's operational demands support the development of specialized units, interagency collaboration, and advanced policing capabilities.
• At the same time, Woburn maintains a proud and engaged community identity, making community-oriented policing a cornerstone of our mission. Officers are expected to build strong relationships with residents, businesses, and community partners while delivering professional, proactive, and compassionate police services.
• For those seeking a challenging, rewarding, and career-enhancing opportunity, the Woburn Police Department provides an environment where officers can develop their expertise, make a meaningful impact, and serve a community that values professionalism and public service.

Immediate Openings:

5 Full-Time Patrol Officer Positions

Woburn Chief of Police:

Brian McManus, appointed August, 2025.

Department Size:

• 77+ full-time sworn police officers
• Nationally/State Accredited Police Department

Call Volume:

No two shifts look the same. With more than 35,000 calls for service annually , Woburn officers experience the pace and diversity of a larger city while maintaining the teamwork and community engagement of a municipal department.

Your Patrol Area Could Include:

• Major shopping and retail corridors.
• Biotechnology and commercial districts.
• Hotels, restaurants, and entertainment venues.
• Schools, parks, and community events.

The Community:

• Population:
  Approximately 44,000 residents and during day-time work hours can swell to 70,000+.
• Located just minutes north of Boston.
• Borders Winchester, Burlington, Reading, Stoneham, Wilmington, Lexington, and Wakefield.
• Easy access to Boston and the North Shore.
• Major regional business and technology corridor.

Specialized Units:

Opportunities in numerous specialty assignments, including:

• Criminal Investigations Division (Detectives)
• Vice & Narcotics Unit
• Southern Middlesex Regional Drug Task Force
• Traffic Unit
• School Resource Officers
• Drone (UAS) Unit
• Honor Guard
• Motorcycle Unit
• Digital Evidence Analyst
• Community Outreach / Community Policing
• Accident Reconstruction (when assigned)
• Evidence & Crime Scene functions
• Motorcycle Unit (community events and traffic details)
• Field Training Officer (FTO)
• Specialized regional mutual aid assignments

Woburn PD is the type of environment that continually challenges officers to sharpen their skills while building meaningful relationships with the community.

Your Experience Has Earned You More Than Just a Job. Don’t just continue your career. Accelerate it.

Woburn PD:
Minimum Requirements & Preferred Qualifications

The Woburn Police Department has officially joined Massachusetts' Hybrid Pathway and selected Get Badged as its exclusive recruitment…