GREENE – Speak to Scott Hubbard and you will know that he has the heart of a true public servant. Hubbard, 36, will be the Village of Greene’s newest part-time police officer when he graduates from the police academy in January.

Hubbard has 20 years in the fire service under his belt and was the village’s Fire Chief last year. He resigned from the post to pursue what he said is his life long dream of becoming a police officer.

“I’m chasing a dream,” said Hubbard. “This is something I’ve always wanted to do. I’m grateful that the chief has given me the chance.”

The former fire chief turned police cadet said he sees the opportunity to join the force as a way of giving back to the community and keeping it safe for both his own and other families.

Hubbard believes his experience at the fire department, in which he is still active, will give him “more insight in dealing with people during their time of need.”

Hubbard is officially on the village payroll, which according to Police Chief Steve Dutcher, is a requirement to enter the academy, but he has yet to receive his first pay check. He pays his tuition and fees for the Otsego County Law Enforcement Academy without financial assistance or the promise of reimbursement from the village.