Campus Police Officer I

About the role

The police officers of the MassBay Department of Public Safety are armed law enforcement professionals. The ideal candidate will join a vibrant educational community and have a desire and ability to serve a population of students with various needs and backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Patrol the buildings and grounds of the College on foot or in a patrol vehicle to ensure the security of buildings and grounds and to guard against trespass, theft, damage to property, fire, and injury;
• Enforce state laws as well as the rules and regulations of the institution;
• Restrain or arrest suspects when necessary;
• Aid courts or grand juries in the prosecution of cases;
• Enforce College traffic and safety regulations;
• Investigate crimes, traffic accidents and other matters, identify responsible individuals or criminal offenders and criminal activity and where appropriate, apprehend offenders and participate in subsequent court proceedings;
• Protect state and federal constitutional guarantees;
• Facilitate the movement of people and activities;
• Create and maintain a feeling of security in the community;
• Promote and preserve civil order;
• Provide other services on an emergency basis;
• Perform specific duties and responsibilities as required by the Chief of Police or his designee;
• Responsible for the efficient performance of all duties in conformance with the rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and orders contained in all manuals issued by the Department;
• Other duties as assigned within the Campus Police Officer classification.

Requirements

• Be eligible for certification as a law enforcement officer by the Police Officer Standards and Training Commission (POST-C) after satisfying all requirements;
• Successfully satisfy all requirements and pass the Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC) prescreening process, including the physical fitness and endurance tests (e.g., HRD Physical Abilities Test, Cooper Test);
• Successfully complete the MPTC approved basic police training academy or be eligible for an official MPTC exemption;
• The candidate must be a U.S. citizen and at least 21 years old on the day the training academy begins;
• The candidate must possess a high school diploma or have passed the High School Equivalency Testing Program (HiSET), formally known as the GED;
• The candidate must have successfully completed an entry-level academy or Bridge Academy operated by and approved by The Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC);
• Ability to pass a pre-employment medical exam;
• Ability to pass an extensive background investigation and CORI Check.

Qualifications

• No person, who has been convicted of a felony or any offense punishable under M.G.L. Chapter 94C (drug law violations); or has been convicted of a misdemeanor and has been confined to any jail or house of correction as punishment for said crime, M.G.L. Chapter 22 C section 14, will be considered for employment;
• Acknowledgment of mandated duties as a Responsible Employee (RE) under Title IX and as a Campus Security Authority (CSA);
• Must be able to successfully complete a psychological exam and be declared fit for duty by the examining psychologist;
• Ability to obtain and maintain a MA License to Carry (LTC-A) Firearms;
• Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D motor vehicle operator's license;
• Ability to pass a drug and/or alcohol test.

Skills

Sensitivity and commitment to the goals of Affirmative Action; Experience working in a community college or similar environment; Demonstrates commitment to working with students in need; Graduation from an approved MPTC full-time police academy or have equivalent training that meets the exemption requirements of POST-C and MPTC; Associate or bachelor's degree in criminal justice; Previous law enforcement, security, or equivalent military experience; Possession of current CPR and First Responder certifications; Bilingual.

Benefits

Salary Range: AFSCME Unit II, Grade 16 Step 7 $70,616.26 annually. Appointments from outside the bargaining unit begin at Step 1 of the range.

Array of choices for health insurance plans to meet individual/ family needs Affordable Dental Insurance and vision discount program 12 paid State/ Federal holidays Generous sick, vacation, and personal time Telework option depending on the role/department Flexible Spending Plans to reduce your taxable income Low-cost basic and optional life insurance Defined Benefit Pension Plan, providing a fixed, pre-established benefit for employees at retirement Thinking to save more money towards retirement: consider Deferred Compensation plans i.e., 457(b) or 403(b).

Tuition Benefits for employees and dependents at state colleges and universities Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Eligibility towards Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Free gym and parking on campus Need more info: here.

Source of Funding

State Appropriation

Deadline

August 26th, 2025 or after that until filled.

To Apply

Please include a letter of interest and resume with your online application. Final candidates are required to provide sealed transcripts and official certifications. Hiring is contingent upon a successful CORI clearance.