Campus Police Officer I

Job Description:

General Statement of Duties:

Incumbents of positions in this series perform the duties of full-time armed police officers; including, patrol of a 270 acre rural campus, including campus buildings, parking lots, fields and track, and adjacent areas and as needed or assigned satellite campuses and locations.  Duties include investigation and preparation of reports of crimes, school policy violations, Title IX harassment investigations, motor vehicle accidents, traffic and parking violations, slip and fall investigations, response to medical emergencies providing treatment and completion of subsequent reports, alarms, and other emergencies, response and planning relative to emergency evacuation and other emergency drills, or other incidents of criminal, behavioral, psychological, policy/procedural violations, etc.; provides assistance with parking and traffic as needed; providing safety escorts; providing money escorts; restrain or arrest suspects when necessary; provide assistance to courts or grand juries of prosecution of cases; preserving the peace; dealing with persons with a wide variety of personalities, including persons with mental health concerns and custodial action as necessary; and performing related work as required.

The basic purpose of this work is to ensure and maintain a secure and safe campus environment. Campus Police Officer I is the entry-level police officer job in this series, maintaining all duties of a police officer, including powers of arrest.

Responsibilities:

• Patrols assigned campus buildings and adjacent areas on foot or in a patrol vehicle to ensure the security of buildings and grounds at properties owned or controlled by Mount Wachusett Community College.
• Guards against trespass, theft, damage to property or injury to individuals by screening visitors; inspecting rooms, packages and vehicles for explosives, firearms and other contraband; controlling crowds; providing personal protection to individuals as required; conducting surveillance; surveillance and monitoring of high-crime areas; searching for missing goods and persons; investigating complaints and reports of suspicious activity; mediating disputes; and inspecting buildings, grounds, fire lanes and emergency exits for compliance with safety standards to ensure campus security. 
• Exercises police powers by making arrests, searching prisoners, conducting routine searches of persons and property for security operations relative to large events, restraining violent persons, transporting persons under restraints and advising suspects of their constitutional rights to prosecute violators and to prevent further violations of law.
• Investigating crimes, explosions and suspicious fires by interviewing witnesses, victims and others; preserves crime scenes and fires sites for examination by experts; and collects, secures and documents physical evidence to aid in locating and apprehending suspects and in preparing cases for prosecution.
• Investigates traffic accidents on campus, documenting evidence including pictures and measurements of skid marks as applicable, interviewing witnesses, etc., and determining fault.
• Assists the courts or grand juries by serving summonses, warrants and capiases; presenting evidence; testifying as witness; reporting case developments; and arranging for appearance of witnesses to provide information necessary for the prosecution of cases.
• Enforces campus traffic, parking and safety regulations by directing traffic; assisting operators of disabled motor vehicles; assisting pedestrians in crossing streets; writing traffic and parking tickets; inspecting licenses, permits and registrations for validity; and arranging for snow removal or sanding to ensure the orderly flow of traffic and prevent accidents.
• Operates such equipment as two-way radios, facsimile machines, base stations, public address system, emergency medical equipment including Automatic External Defibrillators (AED's), office computers and machines, fire extinguishers, surveillance cameras, firearms and riot control equipment.
• Perform related duties such as cooperating and sharing information with other agencies; notifying designated personnel of emergencies; writing reports such as activity reports, daily logs, investigative reports, accident, slip and fall, and stolen vehicle recovery reports; maintaining records on lost-and-found items, criminal records and files on known criminals; assisting in the evacuation of residents in fire drills and during emergencies; assisting in firefighting operations; administering first aid to injured persons; and raising and lowering flags.

Additional Information

• Officers must successfully complete a Field Training Program at the College during their probationary period.  The Field Training Program requires training on all shifts, on all campuses, and on weekends and holidays.  Shifts, hours, and days off will vary during the Field Training Program period.
• Shift and days off will be determined by shift bid after training. Shifts are assigned by shift bid based on seniority and the shift and/or days off are subject to change with written notice of 14 days; less if an emergency.  Shift bids will be conducted after successful completion of all entry-level requirements, training, and certifications. Training occurs on all shifts and at all locations with varying days off.
• Applicants must be willing and able to work all shifts and will be required to work weekends and holidays, pursuant to shift bidding and AFSCME contract, holidays are assigned on a rotating basis.  Officers may be assigned to Gardner, Fitchburg, Leominster campuses or a combination of campus locations. Campus Police officers are designated essential employees and must report as required during inclement weather and other emergencies whether or not the college is closed.
• Shift differential applies to second and third shifts.
• Weekend differential applies to weekend shifts.
• Officers must wear a duty belt with authorized/required equipment as determined by the College and maintain all equipment in good working order; including but not limited to: firearms, ammunition, Narcan, oleoresin capsicum (OC) spray, two way radio, etc.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Applicant must be a U.S Citizen.
• Applicant must be 21 years of age at hire.
• Applicant must have a current and valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's License (within 30 days of hire).
• Applicant must have a high school diploma or equivalency.
• Applicant must have and maintain an unrestricted, large capacity License to Carry Firearms issued by the Firearms Records Bureau of the State of Massachusetts.
• Applicant must undergo an extensive background investigation, including; general background check with previous employers, acquaintances, etc., psychological exam for a police officer and carrying a firearm, drug testing, pre-employment medical exam, Criminal Offender Record Information check (CORI), and (Sex Offender Record Information (SORI) check,  Motor Vehicle Drivers History check, check of the National Decertification Index, etc.
• Must clear fingerprint background check for Department of Criminal Justice Information Systems (DCJIS) Access and law enforcement employment.
• Appointee must be eligible for appointment and continued re-appointment as a Special State Police Officer under Chapter 22c, Section 63 of the Massachusetts General Laws and under Chapter 253 as determined by POST and MPTC.
• Have completed or have the ability to complete an MPTC approved Full-Time Academy.
• First Responder/CPR/AED certified or ability to become certified upon employment.
• Under MGL any person convicted of a felony shall not be appointed as a Special State Police Officer or certified as a police officer under POST.
• No decertified officer may work for the MWCC Campus Police & Public Safety Department.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the principles and correct usage of the English language including grammar, punctuation, and spelling
• Ability to give oral instructions in a precise, understandable manner
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with others
• Ability to deal tactfully with others
• Ability to interact with people who are under physical and/or emotional stress
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral expression
• Ability to maintain a calm manner in stressful and emergency situations
• Ability to make decisions and act quickly in dangerous or emergency situations
• Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information
• Ability to exercise sound judgment
• Ability to establish rapport with others
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to motivate others
• Ability to prepare general reports (crime reports, accident reports, medical incident reports, etc.)
• Ability to maintain accurate records
• Ability to use proper grammar, punctuation and spelling
• Ability to read, write and comprehend the English language
• Ability to accurately record information provided orally
• Ability to gather information through questioning individuals
• Ability to conduct interviews
• Ability to gather information by examining records and documents
• Ability to assemble items of information in accordance with established procedures
• Ability to utilize investigative techniques to obtain information
• Ability to understand and apply the laws, rules and regulations governing assigned unit activities
• Ability to understand, apply and explain the policies, procedures, specifications guidelines and standards governing assigned unit activities
• Ability to establish rapport with persons from different ethnic, cultural and/or economic backgrounds
• Ability to analyze and determine the applicability of data, to draw conclusions and to make appropriate recommendations
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely
• Ability to coordinate the efforts of others in accomplishing assigned work objectives
• Ability to gather information through observing individuals
• Ability to give written instructions in a precise, understandable manner
• Ability to lift heavy objects or persons
• Ability to adapt to varying work situations
• Ability to stand and/or walk for prolonged periods of time wearing required duty belt and equipment
• Physical stamina and endurance including working in adverse weather condition

Desired Qualifications:

• POST Certified
• POST approved full time academy
• Prior experience in campus law enforcement
• Associates Degree or higher in Criminal Justice or related field.
• Ability to speak a language in addition to English.
• Certifications as an instructor in areas of defensive tactics and/or firearms.

Equivalency Statement
Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

Additional Information:

Salary: $53,970.02-$76,511.50  ***

*** An appointment made from outside the bargaining unit will be at step one unless the collective bargaining agreement dictates otherwise.  

Grade: 16
Employee Status: Full Time
Benefits: Yes
Hours per Week: 40