Law Enforcement Officer Salary in Boston, MA

How much does a Law Enforcement Officer make in Boston, MA? The average Law Enforcement Officer salary in Boston, MA is $61,911 as of December 28, 2020, but the salary range typically falls between $55,390 and $68,754. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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What is a Law Enforcement Officer?

A Law Enforcement Officer (LEO), or peace officer in North American English, is a public-sector employee whose duties primarily involve the enforcement of laws. The phrase can include police officers, municipal law enforcement officers, special police officers, customs officers, state troopers, special agents, secret agents, special investigators, border patrol officers, immigration officers, court officers, probation officers, parole officers, arson investigators, auxiliary officers, game wardens, sheriffs, constables, corrections, marshals, deputies, detention officers, correction officers, ...

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Security Officer

Arrow Security - Boston , MA

And for our security officers seeking careers in law enforcement, if we can help mentor them to reach those higher levels, then that is perfectly fine with us. Many of those same people continue to ...

ZipRecruiter - 34 days ago

Retail Security Officer-Chestnut Hill-COVID Relief

Signal 88 Security of New England - Chestnut Hill , MA

... law, including race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status or ... enforcement. Powered by JazzHR yW68VnoFE4

ZipRecruiter - 13 days ago

Retail Security Officer-Burlington-COVID Relief

Signal 88 Security of New England - Burlington , MA

... law, including race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status or ... enforcement. Powered by JazzHR wan3tdmRDr

ZipRecruiter - 13 days ago

POPUTRUST.com - Chief Compliance Officer - Remote Job

PopuTrust, LLC - Newton , MA

POPUTRUST.com - Chief Compliance Officer - Remote Job Part time | POPUTRUST Posted On 12/20/2016 ... Law Enforcement around the World. Eric also was a Finalist at the MIT $100K Business Plan ...

TheJobNetwork - 15 days ago

Retired LEO/Police Software Sales Contractor

Prime Ops - Boston , MA

... Law Enforcement Software for the off-duty overtime markets within active police organizations, unions, and cities. The position MUST be a well connected retired Police Officer that wants to support ...

ZipRecruiter - 59 days ago

Vice President, Information and Product Security

LogMeIn - Boston , MA

... Information Officer. You will lead a global team of 50 and be responsible for the security of ... Work with external agencies, such as law enforcement and other advisory bodies as necessary, to ...

DiversityJobs - 12 days ago

What does a Law Enforcement Officer do?

Law Enforcement Officer

Works in conjunction with criminal investigators and other sworn members in regards to evidentiary matters and maintains confidentiality of investigations and information concerning suspects, defendants, etc.

June 03, 2020

Communicate sufficiently to decelerate and resolve conflicts in tense situations.

June 21, 2020

Maintains a high level of mental and physical capabilities on the part of those charged with protection of the judge and officers of the court, litigants, and the general public.

June 30, 2020

Provides physical security, protective services, and eliminates safety hazards for all persons including the Governor, Lieutenant Governor, their families and other persons in designated locations and areas under contract by the Bureau of Protected Services.

July 24, 2020

Prepares courtroom for hearings and arranges defendants in order of appearance.

July 27, 2020

Assists with order and proper discipline at the Governor's Mansion, State Capitol Complex and grounds and other state buildings and facilities.

July 30, 2020

Required to utilize rapid and effective judgment in responding to unusual or emergency situations using appropriate escalation of force level.

August 03, 2020

Performs duties with the utmost honesty and integrity.

August 07, 2020

Secures traffic accident scenes as necessary and administers basic life support and first aid within means until arrival of competent medical personnel.

August 22, 2020

Respond to and investigate various types of calls-for-service involving traffic crashes, misdemeanors, felonies, city, state, or federal offenses, nuisances, as well as other calls which benefit and provide care and concern for the citizens of La Vergne.

October 11, 2020

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About Boston, Massachusetts

Boston has an area of 89.63 square miles (232.1 km2)—48.4 square miles (125.4 km2) (54%) of land and 41.2 square miles (106.7 km2) (46%) of water. The city's official elevation, as measured at Logan International Airport, is 19 ft (5.8 m) above sea level. The highest point in Boston is Bellevue Hill at 330 feet (100 m) above sea level, and the lowest point is at sea level. Situated onshore of the Atlantic Ocean, Boston is the only state capital in the contiguous United States with an oceanic shoreline. Boston is surrounded by the "Greater Boston" region and is contiguously bordered by the citi...

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Understand the total compensation opportunity for a Law Enforcement Officer, base salary plus other pay elements

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

55390

68754

61911

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

56215

69832

62825

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Law Enforcement Officer in Boston, MA. The base salary for Law Enforcement Officer ranges from $55,390 to $68,754 with the average base salary of $61,911. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $56,215 to $69,832 with the average total cash compensation of $62,825.

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About Boston, Massachusetts Boston has an area of 89.63 square miles (232.1 km2)—48.4 square miles (125.4 km2) (54%) of land and 41.2 square miles (106.7 km2) (46%) of water. The....More

Boston, Massachusetts area prices were up 2.5% from a year ago

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