The Ashby Police Department seeks to hire a full-time dispatcher.  To download the job posting, click here.

Position: Full-Time Dispatcher
Salary: $17.96 per Hour
Hours: 40 Hours Regular Work Week

Summary of Duties:

Civilian dispatchers work under the direction of the lead dispatcher and fall within the communications division under the supervision of the Chief of Police. Dispatchers are responsible for answering and processing all incoming calls for Police, Fire, EMS, Highway, and Animal Control operations. All 911 calls are received and dispatched through the communications department using a Computer-aided dispatch system (CAD). Responsible for the operation of telephone, radio, and computer related equipment as necessary following established procedures and policies. Duties include conducting law enforcement inquiries, data entry, validation and modification. Receiving and dispatching medical assistance calls including providing pre-arrival instructions.

Working Conditions:

Dispatch applicants must be willing and able to work all shifts including nights, weekends, holidays and overtime. Applicants must meet the training requirements established by the State 911 Department.
Dispatchers are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and shifts are bid by seniority. Benefits are competitive with the town paying 90% of health insurance.

Qualifications & Entrance Requirements:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED
• Ability to work any shift including nights, weekends, holidays and overtime as required
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Obtain and maintain a valid CPR certification
• Possess E911, EMD, and CJIS certifications
• Computer literacy and basic Microsoft operation knowledge is necessary
• Possess the ability to work well with the public and with Police and Fire Services
• Ability to work under high pressure situations and work independently
• Successful completion of a thorough background investigation

Letters of interest and resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will be given to those applicants with prior dispatch experience and current E911 Certifications.

A letter of interest and resume should be submitted to:

Ashby Police Department
893 Main Street
Ashby, MA 01431
Attn: Chief Fred Alden

The Ashby Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Ashby Police Department seeks to hire a full-time dispatcher.  To download the job posting, click here.

Position: Full-Time Dispatcher
Salary: $17.96 per Hour
Hours: 40 Hours Regular Work Week

Summary of Duties:

Civilian dispatchers work under the direction of the lead dispatcher and fall within the communications division under the supervision of the Chief of Police. Dispatchers are responsible for answering and processing all incoming calls for Police, Fire, EMS, Highway, and Animal Control operations. All 911 calls are received and dispatched through the communications department using a Computer-aided dispatch system (CAD). Responsible for the operation of telephone, radio, and computer related equipment as necessary following established procedures and policies. Duties include conducting law enforcement inquiries, data entry, validation and modification. Receiving and dispatching medical assistance calls including providing pre-arrival instructions.

Working Conditions:

Dispatch applicants must be willing and able to work all shifts including nights, weekends, holidays and overtime. Applicants must meet the training requirements established by the State 911 Department.
Dispatchers are covered by a collective bargaining agreement and shifts are bid by seniority. Benefits are competitive with the town paying 90% of health insurance.

Qualifications & Entrance Requirements:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or GED
• Ability to work any shift including nights, weekends, holidays and overtime as required
• Excellent oral and written communications skills
• Obtain and maintain a valid CPR certification
• Possess E911, EMD, and CJIS certifications
• Computer literacy and basic Microsoft operation knowledge is necessary
• Possess the ability to work well with the public and with Police and Fire Services
• Ability to work under high pressure situations and work independently
• Successful completion of a thorough background investigation

Letters of interest and resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. Preference will be given to those applicants with prior dispatch experience and current E911 Certifications.

A letter of interest and resume should be submitted to:

Ashby Police Department
893 Main Street
Ashby, MA 01431
Attn: Chief Fred Alden

The Ashby Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

ASHBY — With the holiday shopping season officially here, Chief Fred Alden and the Ashby Police Department wish to remind residents of several precautions they can take when ordering items online to help prevent their gifts from falling into the wrong hands.

“Package theft is an unfortunate side effect of the holiday gift-giving season,” Chief Alden said. “Thankfully, the thefts are largely preventable, and by following these helpful tips, we believe that our residents can minimize their risk or losing a coveted present that is destined for a loved one.”

FedEx and UPS offer services to assist customers during the holidays. To best ensure that your packages are not taken, Ashby Police recommend the following strategies:

• Request notifications on your deliveries, via phone or email, to monitor your packages in transit and upon delivery.
• Always require a signature on your deliveries to ensure packages are never left unattended.
• Consider sending deliveries to an alternate location where someone will be able to receive them – whether that be a workplace, a neighbor or friend’s house, or a FedEx or UPS location.
• Schedule your delivery for a specific date and time that you’re expected to be home.
• Set up a vacation hold if you plan on traveling during the holidays so gifts won’t be left on the doorstep.
•  Be aware of “tailgating,” which refers to the people who follow delivery vehicles and steal the packages after they are dropped off.
• If you find your package has been stolen, reach out to Ashby Police and report it immediately.
• Never accept a surprise delivery where a payment is required, and never give out personal information when receiving a delivery that you purchased.

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For Immediate Release

Friday, Oct. 20, 2017

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 978-841-9948
Email: [email protected]

Ashby Police Offer Halloween Safety Tips

ASHBY — With Halloween just over a week away, Chief Fred Alden and the Ashby Police Department are reminding families of several important safety tips as they prepare to take their children trick-or-treating this year.

“We want all of our residents to enjoy Halloween this year,” Chief Alden said, “We strongly advise that everyone review these safety tips and make note of parking restrictions in town on Halloween night.” 

Oct. 31 falls on a Tuesday this year and Ashby Police will work to ensure the safety and well-being of all residents. Trick-or-treating hours in Ashby are 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday.

Ashby Police ask that people coming to the center of town avoid parking on the street, and remind residents that parking is prohibited on Main Street from the elementary school to County Road.

Children should:

• Only approach well-lit houses and always travel in small groups
• Bring treats home before eating them so parents can inspect them
• Wear clothing that is bright, reflective and flame retardant
• Use flashlights for guidance on sidewalks, walkways and when crossing the street
• Make sure masks have eye-holes large enough to see any tripping hazards or oncoming traffic, and mouth openings large enough to breathe easily
• Practice safe street-crossing by using crosswalks and walk signals
• Walk and don’t run from house to house
• Wear sturdy shoes and temperature appropriate clothing under costumes
• Never accept rides from strangers

Parents and guardians should:

• Supervise their children
• Establish a designated curfew for older children
• Make sure children are wearing safe costumes that fit well and don’t drag on the ground
• Apply reflective tape to your child’s arms, legs and treat bags
• Assure costume accessories such as swords and other pointed objects are made with soft and safe materials
• If driving children between houses and neighborhoods, have them get out of cars on the curbside, not on the traffic side.

Homeowners should:

• Keep inside and outside lights on during trick-or-treat hours
• Avoid placing lit candles and jack-o-lanterns on doorsteps and walkways where costumes could brush against them and cause burns or fire
• Only hand out candy that is packaged and wrapped
• Avoid handing out small toys that could cause choking or lead poisoning for small children

Additionally, any suspicious person or vehicle should immediately be reported to the Ashby Police at 978-386-5652 or by dialing 911.

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For Immediate Release

Friday, Sept. 29, 2017

Contact: John Guilfoil
Phone: 978-841-9948
Email: [email protected]

Ashby Police to Host Coffee with a Cop Event

ASHBY — Chief Fred Alden is pleased to announce that the Ashby Police Department will be hosting a Coffee with a Cop event next week.

WHEN:

Wednesday, Oct. 4 from 9-11 a.m.

WHERE:

873 Café, 873 Main St., Ashby

WHAT:

Chief Alden and members of the Ashby Police Department will be present for open general discussion with residents at their Coffee with a Cop event next week.

Coffee with a Cop is an initiative implemented throughout cities and towns nationwide, that is designed to provide a welcoming environment for residents to get to know their police officers face-to-face and talk about what’s going on in their community.

“Our department always looks forward to these type of relaxed events where we can interact with the public and hear about the issues that matter to them personally,” Chief Alden said. “We hope that residents will take the opportunity to stop by and enjoy some good coffee and conversation.”

Coffee will be provided free of charge.

About Coffee with a Cop:

Coffee with a Cop began in Hawthorne, Calif. in 2011 as a result of police officers brainstorming ways to better interact with their community. They developed a simple plan to break down the barriers that have been built between police officers and citizens — have a cup of coffee, discuss what’s on your mind, ask questions and make suggestions that could better the community.

Since its creation, Coffee with a Cop events have been held in more than 2,000 communities in 49 states. It is regarded as one of the most successful community oriented policing programs in the United States.

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