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Boston or MBTA

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Posted by: CAG0625

I have received two cards, one from Boston and one from the MBTA. I am wondering if anyone can give me advice or pros and cons about both departments.

Thank you


Posted by: Sgt K

I won't comment on either agency not being an employee of either but I would suggest that you start the hiring process for both. Always put yourself in the position to say "thanks, but no thanks". Good luck.


Posted by: Bin25US

I agree with Sgt.K, but if it comes down to a choice go wth BPD.
Both Depts have their pro's and con's ( I have many friends on Both Depts)
You can always go to the T later but you can not go to BPD later.


Posted by: serpico

Both great departments from what my firends tell me. I agree with Sgt K that you should start the process for both and see what happens. Best of luck.


Posted by: SargeLorenzo

exactly, apply to both and see what comes your way. Just because they interview doesn't mean they have to hire. If you're already in the process for MBTA, that's probably for their Feb academy. Boston, I have no idea of any class dates.


Posted by: JMB1977

Like the other, I would proceed with both departments...see what happens and go from there.


Posted by: CAG0625

I am proceeding with both but I have a great opportunity to move out of the city that I can only take if I go with the T


Posted by: lofu

I guess ultimately its up to you. If you have a great oppertunity that should factor into your decision. In am not employed by either dept. but know and work with guys on the T and they seem to love it. That being said I'm sure Boston is a great job as well.


Posted by: Crvtte65

Yea and who knows, if you go with the T, we could be calling you Trooper soon (hahah pot stirring!! nah I'm just kidding...)


Posted by: Robert35

They are talking about putting on a Class at BPD for 80 Officers. 60 were just promoted to Det so they need to add more officers. But Like Sgt K said keep all options open.


Posted by: pahapoika

Boston , hands down


Posted by: ProudAmerican

Unfortunately, I don't believe he can apply for both. I'm pretty sure civil service only allows you to interview with one dept at a time. I could be wrong.


Posted by: HPD22

Quote:
Originally Posted by ProudAmerican
Unfortunately, I don't believe he can apply for both. I'm pretty sure civil service only allows you to interview with one dept at a time. I could be wrong.
You can apply to both at the same time, and that would be my suggestion as well.


Posted by: Delta784

Quote:
Originally Posted by ProudAmerican
Unfortunately, I don't believe he can apply for both. I'm pretty sure civil service only allows you to interview with one dept at a time. I could be wrong.
I know you can interview with two at the same time, because I did it. It used to be that if you accepted one job your name was removed from the CS list, but I've heard that's changed.


Posted by: WaterPistola

that's not right, it should be taken off the list because they have been hired. What is the sense of having their name still on the list? in case they get a better dept?


Posted by: badge14

Only thing is MBTA makes you pay to go to there academy and you have to commit to them for 2 years or else you have to cover the whole cost of the academy


Posted by: WaterPistola

why cant people stay put and take this job seriously and make it career. that's all im saying, why keep their name on the list after they have obtained a job through CS. Test is every 2 years they can wait it out again, or put their time in and lateral.


Posted by: Delta784

Quote:
Originally Posted by WaterPistola
why cant people stay put and take this job seriously and make it career. that's all im saying, why keep their name on the list after they have obtained a job through CS. Test is every 2 years they can wait it out again, or put their time in and lateral.
Because sometimes the first department that hires you isn't the one you really want. I spent 6 years with one PD while keeping my eye on my #1 choice, which is where I am now. We don't take laterals, so my only chance was coming off the list.

Just because you change police departments, does not mean you don't take it seriously or want to make it a career. When I switched PD's, I rolled over all my pension contributions which I think shows I'm in it for the long haul.


Posted by: WaterPistola

yeah but 6 years later it wouldn't be the same list, you would take the CS exam every two years you know what im saying?


Posted by: SinePari

Quote:
Originally Posted by badge14
Only thing is MBTA makes you pay to go to there academy and you have to commit to them for 2 years or else you have to cover the whole cost of the academy
Is that contractual? Because I know LAPD tried to say 5 years and they were challenged in court when people were leaving.


Posted by: SargeLorenzo

The MBTA makes you sign an agreement to give them the time or get a bill. It's now down to 18 months starting on the first academy day, just changed with the current group of applicants(I'm one of them).


Posted by: HB7220PD

Quote:
Originally Posted by SargeLorenzo
The MBTA makes you sign an agreement to give them the time or get a bill. It's now down to 18 months starting on the first academy day, just changed with the current group of applicants(I'm one of them).
Boston has better opportunities for advancement, and better pay.


Posted by: Delta784

Quote:
Originally Posted by WaterPistola
yeah but 6 years later it wouldn't be the same list, you would take the CS exam every two years you know what im saying?
Because of Prop 2 1/2, my first choice didn't hire off any of the interceding lists in the 6 years.

To put it bluntly, it's none of your business how many police departments someone applies to. As long as they play by the rules and score well enough to be called, then more power to them.

Score better next time or get your butt down to the enlistment station, serve 12-18 months in a combat zone, and get veteran's preference.


Posted by: kojack1

There are some people that sign with the T, then go on to other departments for various reasons. Both are good jobs from what I hear, I would only leave my PD to go to Boston but I don't want to sell the house and move into the city




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