Campus Police Officer I

Overview

Campus Police Officer I

Campus Title : Campus Police Officer I

State Job Title : Campus Police Officer I

Department : Public Safety

Job Code : H16X16

FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

Funding : 7115-0100

Bargaining Unit : AFSCME

Job Type : Full-time Permanent

Timeframe : 52 weeks

Shift : One position will be 11 : 00pm-7 : 00am / One position will be 3 : 00pm-11 : 00pm

Regular Days Off : Both positions TBD

Supervision Received : Receives direct supervision from the Staff Assistant, Lieutenant

Supervision Exercised : None

Salary : $2,180.80 Bi-Weekly

Two positions will be hired from this one posting

Working Conditions

Campus Police Officers work under exposure to injury resulting from dangerous weapons, physical and verbal abuse and adverse weather conditions; will carry firearms; may operate motor vehicles at high speed for pursuit or emergency response purposes; work with people under physical and / or emotional stress; work alone in isolated or high-crime areas; walk and stand for prolonged periods of time; lift and carry heavy objects or people; may travel for job related purposes; and may be required to furnish private transportation for job-related travel for which mileage is reimbursed.

General Statement of Duties

Patrol campus buildings and grounds; investigate crimes and other incidents; restrain or arrest suspects when necessary; provide assistance to courts in prosecution of cases; monitor activities at University-sanctioned alcohol events and locations on campus; perform related work as required.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential :

• Patrols campus in patrol vehicle, on foot, or (if qualified) by bike.
• Investigates complaints and mediates disputes.
• Exercises police powers by making arrests and restraining violent persons.
• Investigates crimes, collects evidence, and prepares reports.
• Investigates traffic accidents and enforces Chapter 90, Motor Vehicle Laws by issuing civil motor vehicle citations, warnings, summonses, and parking tickets.
• Operates two-way radios, computers, office machines, emergency medical equipment, emergency notification equipment, fire alarm detection equipment and radar detection device.
• Administers first aid to injured persons and assists fire department to protect the people and property of the University.
• Monitors activities at University-sanctioned sporting events, gatherings and alcohol events and locations on and off campus.

Job Requirements

Qualifications Required at Hire :

Qualifications Acquired on Job

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Entrance Requirements

Special Requirements

Additional Information

Salary : Salaries for current Westfield State University employees and individuals currently working for the state of Massachusetts must be calculated individually in accordance with collective bargaining agreements as well as state policies. State job specifications may be found on the Department of Higher Education's webpage.

Employee Benefits

Disability Accommodations

Westfield State University is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at (413) 572-8809 or visit us in the Horace Mann Building, 1st floor.

Background Check

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify an applicant from consideration.

Application

To apply, visit the following website : apply via the Westfield State University posting (reproduce the URL here if necessary without a hyperlink).

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