Campus Police Officer I - Springfield Technical Community College

at  Springfield Technical Community College

Location: Springfield, MA Category: Campus Police Posted On: Thu Aug 8 2024 Job Description:
The candidate will be responsible for patrolling the college facilities and properties, providing protection and service to ensure a safe and secure environment for faculty, staff, students and visitors. The STCC Police Department is a service intensive, community-policing agency.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D motor vehicle operator’s license or another state equivalent.
• Must possess a Massachusetts Class A License to Carry a firearm (M.G.L. 140 Sec. 131).
• Eligibility for Certification by the Massachusetts POST commission (Chapter 253 of the Acts of 2020 - Police Reform Bill).
• Completed or ability to complete an MPTC approved Full-Time Academy; STCC police will arrange for attendance at a MPTC approved academy provided all other required qualifications are met (Contractual stipulations apply).
• High School Diploma required.
• Ability to prepare written reports of investigations, maintain accurate records and analyze data.
• Ability to follow and provide effective oral and written instructions in a precise, understandable manner.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment; maintain calm manner in stressful situations; make decisions and act quickly in emergency/dangerous situations, and maintain confidential information.
• Ability to interface professionally with a diverse public.
• Ability to walk alone for long periods of time both indoors and out under varying climate conditions.
• Knowledge of the principles & correct usage of the English language, including grammar/punctuation/spelling.
• Ability to apprehend non-compliant and compliant offenders who break the law.
• Ability to work harmoniously with all other members of the department.
• Ability to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation.
• First Aid/CPR AED Certified or ability to become certified upon employment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Ability to pass extensive background investigation, including CORI & SORI checks.
• Applicant must be able to undergo and successfully pass police entry level physical and psychological exams.
• Ability to work in partnership with a diverse faculty, student, and staff population.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be able to meet the requirements of Chapter 253 of the Acts of 2020 (Police Reform Bill)*:

• Candidates must be 21 years of age at the time of hire.
• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of a Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC)-approved basic training program.
• All candidates must complete Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission (POST) -approved physical and psychological fitness evaluation.
• As a condition of employment, candidate must pass a state and national background check.
• All final candidates must pass an examination approved by POST.
• Possess and maintain first aid and CPR certificates.
• All final candidates must successfully complete an interview administered by POST.
• Good moral character and fit for employment in law enforcement as determined by POST.
• Please be advised that not all requirements listed above need to be met or satisfied prior to hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• POST approved full time academy. Prior experience in Campus Law Enforcement. Associates Degree or higher in Criminal Justice.
  Note: Candidate recommended for employment will be required to take a pre-employment physical and drug screening.

• Patrol buildings, grounds and adjacent areas of a state educational institution by foot, bicycle, or patrol vehicle.
• Enforce state laws as well as the rules and regulations of the institution; restrain or arrest suspects when necessary.
• Investigate incidents/crimes and handle appropriately including related paperwork.
• Provide assistance to courts or grand juries in the prosecution of cases.
• Enforce college and department policies, rules and regulations, local laws, Massachusetts General Laws, and federal laws.
• Exercise police powers by making arrests, searching persons, and/or restraining and transporting violent persons; advise suspects of their constitutional rights to prosecute violators and to prevent further violations of law.
• Investigate crimes by interviewing witnesses, victims and others; mediate disputes; preserve crime scenes for examination by experts.
• Enforce campus traffic and safety regulations by directing traffic; assisting operators of disabled motor vehicles; assisting pedestrians in crossing streets; writing traffic tickets; inspecting licenses, permits and registrations for validity; and ensuring an orderly flow of traffic during snow removal or sanding.
• Operate equipment, such as but not limited to two-way radios, base stations, public address system, emergency medical equipment, office machines, firearms and riot control equipment.
• Perform related duties such as cooperating and sharing information with other agencies; notifying designated personnel of emergencies; writing activity reports, daily logs, and investigative reports; maintaining records on lost-and-found items, criminal records and files on known criminals; assisting in the evacuation of community members in fire drills; assisting in fire-fighting operations; and raising and lowering flags.
• Provide emergency medical assistance.
• Provide assistance to courts or grand juries in prosecution cases.
• Work during periods of inclement weather, hurricanes, and blizzards, natural and manmade disasters.
• Perform occasional mandatory overtime, details, and campus dispatch and switchboard operator duties.
• Promote community policing and community engagement in all tasks and duties.
• Participate in community engagement and continually offer exceptional customer service to the entire STCC community and surrounding areas.
• Focus on the Commonwealth’s Equity Agenda by applying related best practices throughout all job functions.
• Perform other duties as assigned, consistent with the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
  See Also Mass. Dept. of Personnel Admin. Job Specifications/ Campus Police Officer I
  http://www.mass.edu/shared/classificationspecs/specspers/Campus Police Officer.doc
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