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How to Become a Police Officer in Massachusetts

All you need to know about becoming a police officer in a Civil Service department

First, you need to apply for the exam. Next, you will want to be prepared for the written exam. Once you take and pass the exam, your name will be placed on a list to be considered.

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2019 Municipal and MBTA Transit Police Officer Exam Information (CLOSED) 

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Address

100 Cambridge Street, Suite 600, Boston, MA 02114
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Phone

Telephone (617) 878-9700
Toll Free within Massachusetts 1-(800)-392-6178
TTY (617) 878-9762

Online

civilservice@mass.gov
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(617) 727-0399

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