Employment

The Hopkinton Police Department is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates interested in applying for a full-time police officer position must meet the following minimum requirements:

  • Be at least 21 years of age
  • Be a United States citizen
  • Earned a High School Diploma or GED; Secondary education and/or military experience is preferred
  • Possess a valid driver’s license

Prior to employment with the agency candidates must successfully complete all pre-employment and testing phases as well as a thorough background investigation, to include:

  • Written aptitude test
  • Physical agility test
  • Oral board screening
  • Polygraph examination
  • Psychological examination

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to:

Chief of Police
P.O. Box 499
Hopkinton, NH 03229