Northeastern University Police Officer
The Northeastern University Police Officer will maintain public order, respond to calls for service, engage with the community, and enforce University Regulations and Massachusetts General Laws. In doing so, the University Police Officer will consistently promote the mission and values of the Police Department.
Responsibilities :
- Maintain public order and enforce University Regulations and Massachusetts General Laws
- Patrol University buildings and grounds to prevent crime and attend to public safety needs
- Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service
- Actively engage with the Northeastern University & local community
- Investigate crimes, suspicious activity, or other incidents
- Identify, apprehend, and participate in subsequent court proceedings of criminal offenders
- Provide First Responder level medical assistance
- Facilitate the movement of motor vehicle and pedestrian traffic
- Provide detail coverage for worksites and university events
- Attend required department training in addition to seeking out supplementary training focused on personal and professional development
- Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications :
Applicants must be a graduate of a Full-Time MA State Police Academy or Full-Time MPTC Academy or equivalentHigh School diploma or GED equivalentAt least 21 years oldAppointees must be eligible for appointment as a Special State Police Officer in accordance with M.G.L. ch.22 s. 63Massachusetts Class A License to CarryMassachusetts Driver's LicenseCandidates will be required to pass a comprehensive background check, psychological exam, drug test, and pre-employment medical examApplicants who completed an out-of-state recruit academy must apply for a permanent exemption through the Massachusetts State Police.Work Environment & Physical Demands :
This position is an essential personnel position which requires working in a variety of situations including during holidays, weekends, day / evening / night shifts, forced overtime, and in a state of emergencyMust be able to : sit or stand for long periods of time; walk, run, climb, bend, stoop and lift weights proportionate with need to perform medical assistance; wear a uniform and equipment weighing approximately 30 pounds; operate a motor vehicle, use a firearm, and employ physical force when necessaryPreferred Qualifications :
Previous Police experience highly preferredBachelor's degree preferredMilitary veterans encouraged to applySelection Process : The NUPD conducts a rolling application process for the University Police Officer position. Each hiring cycle remains active and open until all available positions have been filled. This position requires a phone screen, a panel interview, executive interview, criminal background check, as well as a drug screening, medical exam and psychological exam. Once initiated, the selection process takes approximately 3 months. If at any point during the selection process you are notified that you are not moving forward, applicants may reapply after six months from the date of notification.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Base Pay Rate : $31.85
Northeastern has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit eligible employees. This includes medical, vision, dental, paid time off, tuition assistance, wellness & life, retirement- as well as commuting & transportation.