Hybrid Port Officer Trainee bei Massachusetts Port Authority, MA

About the Department

The Massachusetts Port Authority is Going Above and Beyond for your career.  We are a dynamic organization that connects people and businesses to the global community by air, land, and sea. Our employees are essential in moving planes, cargo and cruise ships safely, efficiently and sustainably. We are an economic engine, managing real estate assets where people live, work, and play.  Together, the properties we own and operate generate $20 billion for the region’s economy.

Our mission at the Port of Boston, including Conley Container Terminal and Flynn Cruiseport, is to be a driving force behind the New England regional economy, providing unparalleled connectivity and services to businesses worldwide. Through our dedicated commitment to safety and security, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and exceptional customer service, we strive to minimize our ecological impact and become leaders in environmental stewardship, benefiting our communities, customers, and stakeholders. By fostering economic prosperity, building strong community bonds, and maintaining unwavering operational standards, we aim to exceed expectations and position Boston as a premier and competitive global maritime gateway.

Position Duties

As a Port Officer Trainee (Bargaining Unit, Local Union No. 170), you are grounded, reliable, and deeply committed to the safety and well-being of others. Guided by a strong moral compass, you consistently act with integrity, even under pressure or uncertainty. By upholding laws and security protocols at high-profile facilities, you work closely with community partners to maintain safety. You’ll become part of a skilled police force dedicated to regulatory compliance and building public trust, with opportunities to specialize in areas like bicycle patrol, tactical training, and community outreach—contributing to a secure and thriving port environment.

What you will do:

• Protect lives and property through patrolling Massport areas, monitoring vessel activity, and enforcing laws, rules, and regulations.
• Secure facilities by managing access control, inspecting perimeters, challenging suspicious behavior, and removing unauthorized individuals.
• Provide crime prevention information, foster community partnerships, administer first aid, and regulate parking and pedestrian flow.
• Conduct investigations, prepare reports, safeguard sensitive security information, and assist with mutual aid operations as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Path 1 – Law Enforcement: Completion of an MPTC-certified police academy (or equivalent) and POST Certification; out-of-state academy grads need 2 years of full-time law enforcement experience.
• Path 2 – Military Experience: Minimum 2 years in Military Police, Special Forces, Installation Access Control, or Entry Control Points.
• Path 3 – Degree Requirement: Associate or Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Public Safety, Emergency Management, Cybersecurity, or Public Administration.
• Path 4 – EMS Experience: At least 2 years of full-time experience as a certified EMT, paramedic, or other EMS provider.

*Those hired under Paths 2, 3, or 4 must meet the physical fitness standards to attend a police academy, successfully complete all course requirements of said police academy, and obtain POST (Peace Officers Standards and Training) Certification in order to be employed. 

Other Qualifications

Collaboration with colleagues at all levels of leadership from all different disciplines, from Aviation to Maritime and beyond. Every day is different at Massport and the breadth of our impact on the Massachusetts region through our facilities provides many opportunities for our employees to grow, learn, and explore the many areas of our business.  Our business is all about connecting.  We support and take pride in the employees that make those connections possible each and every day. 

What we believe in: