Age to Become Worcester Police Officer Increased to 39

As Worcester faces police shortages, city looks to older recruits

The maximum age for Worcester police recruits has been increased from 32 to 39, thanks to a bill signed by Gov. Maura Healey on June 30.

Age to Become Worcester Police Officer Increased to 39

BOSTON – Governor Maura Healey signed into law a home rule petition on Tuesday, June 30, which raises the maximum age to join the Worcester Police Department from 32 years old to 39. This makes potential recruits who take their entrance examination prior to their 40th birthday eligible for appointment. Rep, Jim O’Day sponsored the measure in the House of Representatives, which passed it on June 22. Sen. Michael Moore sponsored the measure in the…