Originally Posted by holahola828

There is no mention of a part-time police academy completion like in other towns down at the cape who are looking for summer police officers. is it because of the limited duties assigned to the people hire?

Originally Posted by Deputydog522

then dont apply,

Originally Posted by 94c

1 pair of pants and one shirt...
kiss $100 goodbye.

Originally Posted by 94c

I just paid $52 for Blauer 6 pocket pants.

No striping required.

Originally Posted by Delta784

We have to have blue cord, and I always buy 10 pocket....you can never have too many pockets.

Originally Posted by CHICwithBADGE

Does anyone think leaving a boston campus police job for a summer special job is a good idea.

Originally Posted by holahola828

Don't they offer you housing for $85 a week?... but then again what kind of conditions are they, maybe like the barraks in the military? most people won't care I'm sure. I wouldn't.

Originally Posted by csauce777

I guess the real question is if there are any rules against engaging in some "community policing" in your bunk with some of the seasonal hottie students that arrive in May??

Originally Posted by CHICwithBADGE

Does anyone have a problem roomating with a twenty something lesbian.

Originally Posted by 94c

1 pair of pants and one shirt...
kiss $100 goodbye.

Originally Posted by cchc28

no matter what the cost,, if you want to be a cop in this state, suck it up. I know people who (when the mptc allowed it) got self sponsored, and spent around three grand, not counting the fact they did not get paid for almost six months, just to attend the full time academy. And they did this without having a deffinate job when they graduated... Suck it up people.. this is Massachusetts. If a couple hundred bucks is going to stand between you and the job of a lifetime,, please, step aside and let someone who wants it get it.

Originally Posted by cchc28

no matter what the cost,, if you want to be a cop in this state, suck it up. I know people who (when the mptc allowed it) got self sponsored, and spent around three grand, not counting the fact they did not get paid for almost six months, just to attend the full time academy. And they did this without having a deffinate job when they graduated... Suck it up people.. this is Massachusetts. If a couple hundred bucks is going to stand between you and the job of a lifetime,, please, step aside and let someone who wants it get it.

Originally Posted by Delta784

Some of us didn't have the option of living with our parents until we were 25 or even older. I left my parent's house when I was 15 and pretty much never went back, so I was too busy working to pay taxes and for rent, utilities, food, etc., to self-sponsor myself to anything.

But in your view, I should have "stepped aside" and let someone who was attached to mommy's apron strings take the police job because they "really wanted it"?

Originally Posted by cchc28

I dont know what your situation was...nor do i care really.. (not trying to be a prick, sorry)
But im talking about newbies.. people that now, are trying to get into this career field. If they are going to complain about speding a few hundred dollars on a uniform for a entry position... do you really want them taking the spot of a person who would prioritize, do what they had to do, take responsibility for the life path they chose, maybe someone who would spend a little less money on bullshit, and treat this as an oppertunity, instead of a burden?

I would rather see the person that gave a little, and paid their dues...

Originally Posted by cchc28

I dont know what your situation was...nor do i care really..

Originally Posted by cchc28

But im talking about newbies.. people that now, are trying to get into this career field.

Originally Posted by cchc28

If they are going to complain about speding a few hundred dollars on a uniform for a entry position...

Originally Posted by cchc28

do you really want them taking the spot of a person who would prioritize, do what they had to do, take responsibility for the life path they chose, maybe someone who would spend a little less money on bullshit, and treat this as an oppertunity, instead of a burden?

Originally Posted by cchc28

I would rather see the person that gave a little, and paid their dues...

Originally Posted by Delta784

Of course...real examples and cogent evidence are always devastating to the opposing point of view.



What do you think I was when I was 22 years old, a seasoned veteran??



Believe it or not Mister Moneybags, a few hundred dollars is a small fortune for many people just starting out in life, living on their own.



Go back and read my last post. Do you consider insignificant things like rent, utilities, food, and clothing as "bullshit"?



Let's see;

Candidate A - Joined the military out of high school, did a 3-4 year hitch, then spent his separation money on first, last, & security on an apartment, plus furniture, appliances, and a car. Goes to work every day, pays taxes, but is barely scraping by. A "few hundred" dollars of disposable cash is simply not feasible.

Candidate B - Went to college on mommy & daddy's dime, promptly moved back home after graduation/dropping out. Pays no rent, no utilities, no car payment, no car insurance and nothing for food because mommy makes dinner every night. Simply can't wait to dump 500-1000 dollars of daddy's money at AAA Police Supply for a temporary summer job that pays squat.

Pray tell, exactly who has "paid their dues"??

Originally Posted by cchc28

As my original message stated... SUCK IT UP!

Originally Posted by cchc28

i did it... on my own.... with my own money, that i earned...

Originally Posted by cchc28

If you want something that bad,, you make it happen.. And thats the end of that..

Originally Posted by Delta784

I don't know what is more breathtaking; your arrogance or your ignorance.



While living at home?



No, that's not the end of that. Are you being stubborn, or are you really that dense? Why is it so hard for you to comprehend that some people cannot afford to lay out hundreds of dollars for a temporary job? What are they supposed to do if they simply don't have the money....knock over a bank?

Not everyone was born into the same situation as you were. Maybe someday you'll learn to not make assumptions or cast blanket statements; if you don't, your police career will be short-lived, trust me.

Originally Posted by cchc28

wow, you sound like someone that is just naturally angry...
maybe your parents decided that they didnt like you.. and thats why you
went out on your own so early.
it also sounds like you may be a little insecure with your spot in life... you are quick to decide that i lived at home. Maybe you should take some of yor own advise and not make assumptions....

Originally Posted by cchc28

yeah, you might as well save your breath, because my attitude has served me quite well in my career.

and for the record, i did not live at home...

Originally Posted by KozmoKramer

OK fellas... Lets take it to PM's...
We're way off topic concerning Summer Police Officer opportunities in Nantucket.

Originally Posted by cchc28

waaaaaaaaaa waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

Thank you for all the excellent advice, father time.

Originally Posted by cchc28

PLease tell me that you are not the same guy from quincy that helps teach DT in plymouth?

Originally Posted by KozmoKramer

OK fellas... Lets take it to PM's...
We're way off topic concerning Summer Police Officer opportunities in Nantucket.

Originally Posted by Delta784

Very mature. Another quality that's served you well in your "career", no doubt.