The East Bridgewater Police Department will conduct a Police Officer Entrance Examination on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026, to establish an eligibility list for future police officer positions.
Examination Details
Date: Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026
Time: 10 a.m.
Location: East Bridgewater Junior/Senior High School
Address: 143 Plymouth St., East Bridgewater, MA 02333
Registration Fee: $125
Career Opportunities and Benefits
The East Bridgewater Police Department offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
- Top-step patrol officer salary of $84,082
- Educational incentives of up to 25%
- 10% Associate Degree
- 20% Bachelor’s Degree
- 25% Master’s Degree
- 8% evening and night shift differential
- Detail opportunities at $75 per hour
- Longevity incentive program
- Holiday pay
- Sick leave buyback program
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Plymouth County Retirement System
- Up to 45 vacation and personal days annually
- 4-on/2-off patrol schedule
Specialized Assignments
East Bridgewater officers have opportunities to serve in a variety of specialized units and assignments, including:
- Detective Division
- School Resource Officer Program
- Local and federal task forces
- SEMLEC SWAT, Search and Rescue, Mobile Operations, Critical Incident Stress Management, Crisis Negotiation and Drone Units
- Patrol K-9 Unit
- Comfort K-9 Program
- Motorcycle Unit
- Field Training Officer Program
- Specialized Investigations
- Community Policing
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must:
- Be at least 21 years old at the time of appointment
- Possess a valid Massachusetts driver’s license
- Meet Massachusetts POST Commission requirements
- Be able to obtain and maintain a Massachusetts License to Carry Firearms
Please note that the examination is only one component of the hiring process. Passing the examination does not guarantee employment. All registrations are final and non-refundable.
For additional information, contact the East Bridgewater Police Department at 508-378-7223.