Campus Police Officer

Position Overview

Principal responsibilities include patrols of college buildings/grounds; safety and security of college community members and property; enforcement of laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and the rules/ regulations of the college; response to medical calls, fire alarms, and other emergency situations. This is a sworn police position.

Responsibilities

• Patrol college buildings and grounds to ensure the safety of people and security of buildings and other property.
• Enforcement of the General Laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, town by-laws, and college regulations and policies.
• Congduct investigations and work collaboratively with other agencies in this regard.
• Refer violations to the College’s student conduct system and/or the criminal court system, placing the person under arrest or protective custody when appropriate.
• Testify in court and college conduct system hearings.
• Enforce parking rules and regulations.
• Aid with vehicular and pedestrian traffic.
• Provide safety escorts.
• Supervise crowd control at college events.
• Respond to medical calls, fire alarms, and other campus emergencies, providing assistance as required.
• Participate in the department’s community policing and crime prevention initiatives as part of regular patrol and at other times.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Full-Time MA Recruit Police Academy or equivalent.
• Certified as a Full-Time Police Officer by POST – Peace Officer Standard Training Commission.
• Eligible for appointment as a Special State Police Officer in accordance with M.G.L ch.22 s.63.
• Massachusetts Class A License to Carry.
• Knowledge of police practices, Massachusetts General Law, and investigative procedures.
• Demonstrate competency in keeping self up to date through required department-sponsored training and EOPSS Learning program.
• Ability to analyze emergency situations and make independent decisions affecting the safety and well-being of the community.
• Able to work with or without direct shift supervision.
• Able to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with members of the college community, visitors to campus, and local agencies/officials.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Computer literacy, working knowledge of computer-aided dispatch and records management programs preferred.
• Honest and able to be trusted with confidential information.

Benefits

This position is subject to the successful completion of a criminal background check.

The work location is on-campus, as employees are essential for providing a fully on-campus, residential college experience for students and the community.

About Merrimack College

Merrimack College is a Catholic Augustinian institution of higher education committed to building an accepting and respectful community. The mission is to enlighten minds, engage hearts, and empower lives, inspired by Catholic faith and the Augustinian tradition of seeking truth through inquiry and dialogue. Merrimack seeks candidates who understand, respect, and can contribute to its Catholic and Augustinian mission. Candidates should describe how they will foster a culture supporting the mission.

Application Materials

• Resume
• Letter stating motivation and interest in the position, citing experience relevant to the qualifications and including experience with, and commitment to, the Catholic Augustinian mission and values.

Application Deadline

05/30/26

Contact Information

Final compensation will be set within the established range consistent with the terms of the collective bargaining unit agreement and in consideration of the candidate's qualifications and experience.