Police Officer

Responsibilities

Patrols assigned areas of property used, owned, and occupied by Southcoast Health.

Supports weapons screening operations, conducts foot, bicycle, and vehicle patrols, performs traffic duties, conducts investigations, promotes crime prevention, assists with community service, and provides community policing functions to the Southcoast community.

Responds to service requests, emergencies, and other duties as assigned.

Conducts criminal investigations, makes lawful arrests, seeks criminal process in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws, and provides court testimony when necessary.

Works cross-trained and eligible to work at other Southcoast hospital and offsite locations as needed.

Requirements

• HS Diploma required; A.S. or bachelor's degree in criminal justice or other course of study is preferred.
• Three (3) years of prior law enforcement experience preferred.
• Trained Police Officers must have attended the bridge or full-time academy authorized by the Massachusetts Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC).
• All candidates must be certified or able to receive certification as a law-enforcement Police Officer by the Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Commission.
• All candidates must obtain their warrant of appointment as a Special State Police Officer (SSPO).
• Must possess and maintain a Massachusetts Class A Large Capacity License to Carry Firearms.
• Must meet and maintain POST certified credentials.
• Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) De-Escalation Training; OC Pepper (OCAT), Handcuffing (PATH), Baton (PPBT) education and training required within 120 days of hire.
• BLS, CPR and First Responder certification required within 120 days of hire.
• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired.

Qualifications

• Age twenty-one (21) at time of application.
• A valid Driver's License is required.

Skills

• Knowledge of Massachusetts General Laws.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to handle stressful situations and maintain composure.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

• Culture of well-being that embraces, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve.
• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package.
• Generous Earned Time Off Package.
• Employee Wellbeing Program.
• 403B Retirement Plan with company match.
• Tuition assistance / Federal Loan Forgiveness programs.
• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training.

Pay

Pay rate will be determined based on level of experience. Pay Range USD $34.00 - USD $44.00 /Hr.

Schedule

Rotation Schedule Requirement: 40hrs Shift: Day shift, 6:45am - 3:15pm with weekend and holiday rotation.