06/03/2026
JUNE 3, 2026: The Holland Police Department is accepting applications for the positions of full-time and part-time police officers. Commencing on July 1, 2026, there will be one 1 full-time position available, and we regularly accept applications for the position of part-time officer.
(1). The full-time officer’s FY27 salary is $31.73 per hour. The benefits package includes a portion of health insurance paid for by the Town at the allowable percentage rate, currently 65%, vacation time, paid holidays, personal time off, and paid sick days.
*The full-time position is a Flexible Impact Relief Shift that requires daytime, nighttime, overnight, and weekend availability, and may require Lake Patrol duties in addition to Road Patrol duties. The purpose of the Flexible Impact Relief Shift is to provide police coverage while other officers utilize time off, and when those other officers are temporarily unavailable. The regular working schedule is Wednesdays through Sundays, from 10 AM - 6 PM; however, the officer may be required to work different hours than their regular shift, depending on operational needs.
A full job posting is available here:https://www.town.holland.ma.us/sites/g/files/vyhlif3266/f/news/job_posting_full-time_police_officer_03jun2026_holland_ma-_long_2.pdf
(2). Part-time police officer positions require daytime, nighttime, overnight, weekend, and holiday availability and may require Lake Patrol duties in addition to Road Patrol duties. The position requires a minimum availability of four 4 shifts per month, to include two 2-day shifts and two 2-evening shifts. Part-time police officers provide shift coverage for full-time officer vacancies and extra coverage when needed. The part-time officer FY27 salary is $27.47 per hour.
A full job posting for part-time officer is available here:https://www.town.holland.ma.us/sites/g/files/vyhlif3266/f/news/job_posting_part-time_police_officer_03jun2026_holland_ma-_long_2.pdf
**All applicants must meet current Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) and Municipal Police Training Committee (M.P.T.C.) requirements, be at least 21 years old, have (or be eligible to obtain) a valid driver's license, and a Massachusetts License to Carry Firearm LTC. Applicants must be a high school graduate, pass a background investigation, and reside within 15 miles of the Town of Holland by the time of appointment.
All questions and correspondence concerning the position can be forwarded to Lieutenant Edwin F. Ward via voicemail, (413) 245-0117, ext: 334, or e-mail [email protected].
Cover letters and resumes can be mailed to Holland Police Department- 27 Sturbridge Rd, Holland, MA 01521, faxed to (413) 245-4482, or emailed to [email protected]. Please specify if you are applying for the full-time position or for a part-time position.
The Town of Holland is an equal opportunity employer, and positions remain open until filled.
