Campus Safety Officer

2 weeks ago

Boston, Massachusetts, United States Emerson College Full time

Become a vital part of our community at Emerson College

As a Campus Safety Officer at Emerson College, your primary role will be to ensure a secure and safe atmosphere for students, faculty, staff, and visitors by upholding laws, policies, and regulations throughout the campus. Your responsibilities will encompass routine patrols, emergency response, incident investigations, and the cultivation of positive relationships within the community. You will deliver professional safety services aimed at protecting life and property, maintaining peace, and preventing as well as detecting criminal activities.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Respond to community requests for assistance, taking prompt action at crime or disturbance scenes to guarantee public safety.
  • Identify, pursue, and apprehend suspects, conduct investigations, and execute arrests when necessary.
  • Engage in motorized, foot, or bicycle patrols to deter criminal activity and respond swiftly to incidents.
  • Provide assistance to individuals who are physically injured and coordinate with medical personnel as needed.
  • Investigate and address safety concerns, adhering to institutional policies to safeguard campus assets.
  • Conduct follow-up investigations, collect and manage evidence, take legally compliant statements, and maintain accurate records.
  • Establish and maintain positive relationships with campus stakeholders and community organizations for a collaborative approach to safety.
  • Attend and represent the department at meetings, ensuring effective communication.
  • Participate in required and specialized training to maintain and enhance law enforcement skills and knowledge.
  • Utilize various software programs to enter and retrieve data for reports, forms, and paperwork.

REQUIREMENTS - Qualifications are categorized as required or preferred and represent what is necessary to perform the job effectively.

  • Must meet POST Standards for police certification
    • A graduate from a full-time police recruit training academy accredited by the Massachusetts Criminal Justice Training Council (MPTC) or the Massachusetts State Police (MSP) Academy for campus police officers.
    • A graduate from an MPTC Reserve Intermittent Training Academy with a Basic Training Exemption letter and a conditional POST certification, willing to work part-time until approved by the MPTC to work full-time.
    • Non-graduates and any officer with more than a five-year break in service must enroll, attend, and graduate from a Full-Time MPTC Recruit Officer Course (ROC).
    • Graduates from out-of-state academies will also be considered.
  • Ability to obtain a valid Massachusetts motor vehicle operator's license and be insured by the College's automobile liability insurer.
  • Ability to be warranted as a Special State Police Officer by Massachusetts State Police.
  • Successful completion of background investigation, psychological evaluation, medical release, and annual fitness for duty assessments.

Must meet the State Police requirements for obtaining Special State Police Officer powers as outlined in applicable regulations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES - This may be representative but not all-inclusive of the knowledge, skills, and abilities commonly associated with the job.

  • Exhibit ethical behavior and integrity consistently.
  • Utilize sound judgment and problem-solving skills in complex situations.
  • Effectively manage multiple tasks, demonstrating resourcefulness and initiative.
  • Provide critical thinking and analytical capabilities.
  • Demonstrate strong organizational and time management skills.
  • Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Establish effective working relationships within a culturally diverse institution.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS-Activities commonly associated with performing the functions of this job. The physical demands described below represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

  • Must pass the Commonwealth of Massachusetts HRD Initial-Hire Medical Standards Medical Examination.
  • Ability to stand, stoop, kneel, crouch, lift, carry, push, pull, climb stairs, balance, walk, and run for extended periods.
  • Conduct visual surveillance and respond to emergencies throughout campus, including uppermost floors without elevator access.
  • Physically capable of operating department equipment and defending oneself and community members from physical assault.
  • Work in various environmental conditions, including severe weather and loud noises, and be exposed to hazards and physical risks.
  • Must wear the required uniform.

WORK ENVIRONMENT - Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.

  • Must be able to work different shifts, including weekends, holidays, and overtime shifts as required.

Disclaimer: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws. Specific job duties described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.

Compensation: $32.75 hourly, commensurate with experience. Grade of Position: 23-07NE Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40.00 Division: This position will be exclusively represented by the American Coalition of Public Safety (ACOPS) for purposes of wages, hours and other terms and conditions of employment.

In addition to a competitive salary, Emerson College is committed to the health and well-being of our employees and family members. We offer a generous benefits package to regular staff scheduled to work 20+ hours per week.

Benefits include outstanding health plans with limited out-of-pocket expenses, dental plans, generous time-off programs, and a 403(b) retirement benefit with a 9% employer contribution once eligible. Additional benefits such as life and disability coverage as well as commuter offerings are available.

Please refer to our benefits website for a full list of benefits and eligibility requirements.

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