Prepare, submit and administer the annual budget for the
department.
Conducts planning and research activities relating to all
aspects of public safety in a college environment. This includes
the research and acquisition of grants and other funding
sources.
Maintain adequate records of all incidents relating to health,
safety, or the protection of life and property necessary for
compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations.
Prepares, submits and disseminates crime statistics specific to
college property and surrounding campus areas. (Clery Report)
Make significant contributions to state and Federal mandates
with regards to new regulations and laws for key areas of
compliance through reporting, data gathering and assessment, and
collaboration (ie: Title IX)
Develops, plans and organizes the automation of all department
records. This includes the supervision of the use of the National
Crime Information Center computer (LEAPS), department computers
used to manage crime statistics, arrest information, personnel
information, training records, department daily log reports,
incident reports, uniform crime reports, monthly statistical
reports of crime submitted to the Criminal History Systems Board,
CORI/SORI information certification and records keeping, and any
other records management regulated by local, state and federal
guidelines and laws.
Provide and maintain necessary supportive equipment, vehicles,
office supplies and other related equipment required to complete
the department mission.
Serve on the Student Affairs division senior team; regularly
attend staff meetings, lead trainings and provide pertinent
updates, provide guidance to the administrative on-call rotation
members, and support the mission, vision, and values of the
division.
Work with other college staff and officials to provide and
promote an understanding of the department goals and priorities as
they relate to the overall mission of MCLA.
Personnel Responsibilities 25%
- Ensure the proper recruitment, training, and supervision of
Campus Police Officers, dispatchers and other department
members.
- Provide access to and support of departmental staff in
obtaining in-service training that will ensure that the exercise of
their authority will be in compliance with moral, ethical and legal
standards, as well as MCLA policies and local, state and federal
guidelines, including the Constitution of the United States.
- Supervise department personnel in accordance with union,
college rules and regulations and human resource employment
policies to ensure strict adherence to the highest standards of
professional conduct.
- Ensure all personnel evaluations and reviews for department
employees are completed in areas of quantity and quality of work,
work habits, work attitude, work relationships and supervisory
potential and professional development. Develop and implement
personnel goals and professional development based on these
evaluations that are in line with the department mission, the
Student Affairs mission and the mission of MCLA.
- Receive and process personnel grievances in accordance with
union and college human resource policies.
- Develop and manage proper patterns of department personnel
scheduling and deployment to meet the daily operational needs of
the college.
Enforcement and Prevention Responsibilities 25%
- Develop and conduct educational programs for faculty, staff,
students and the local community regarding issues of personal and
community health and safety such as crime prevention tips and fire
safety practices.
- Assist with the development, implementation and coordination of
campus emergency response procedures. Fulfill the duties and
responsibilities as the Incident Commander for actual or potential
critical incidents through use of Incident Command System
protocols. Convenes the campus emergency response teams when
appropriate.
- Develop and maintain formal and informal communications and
relationships with municipal, state and federal law enforcement
agencies, fire agencies, emergency medical services and other
agencies concerned with the protection of life and property.
- Request the assistance of local, state and federal agencies, as
may be necessary, to support the mission of the department and the
protection of life or property on campus. Establish unified
commands in accordance with Incident Command System protocols when
required.
- Direct and control the continuous patrol of college property by
campus police officers to prevent crime and to protect life and
property, enforce local, state and federal laws, as well as college
rules and regulations, and render service to the college community
and its guests, all with the highest standards of professionalism
possible.
- Maintain the effective enforcement of established parking
controls.
- Manage all types of investigations related to the health,
welfare, safety, security and protection of life and property
occurring on campus.
- Communicates with all college community members through the use
of public safety announcements and alerts, information that is
critical to maintaining the highest levels of public safety and
security.
Life Safety Responsibilities 20%
- Organize, plan and coordinate the college's safety and security
programs in consultation with Directors, Coordinators, committees
and Senior Management of the college.
- Develop procedures that supplement and support campus wide
emergency response.
- Review, investigate and analyze reported safety, security,
health and welfare violations or conditions and recommend
corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Plan, develop, recommend and implement policies, procedures and
programs related to safety and security practices applicable to all
college community members and its guests.
- Initiate, coordinate and conduct first aid classes, fire safety
demonstrations and programs specifically related to the safety and
security of college employees.
- Coordinate programs related to fire alarm tests and building
evacuation drills on campus and within the control of college
affiliated groups and ensure that necessary records and
documentation of such are maintained.
- Coordinate, conduct and report on safety inspections in
consultation with local, state and federal agencies related to
safety, security and other health and welfare issues, to the
college administration and affiliated departments.
- Keep abreast of and review the newest trends, latest
technologies, and revisions of laws and regulations surrounding all
facets of safety and security. Serve as the college's
representative at meetings dealings with these topics.
Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Justice 5%
- Coordinate the college's effort to address the recommendations
in the 2021 Racially Just Policing Model Policy released by the
Massachusetts ACLU, Bridgewater State University, and SIDLEY.
- Lead college efforts to be in compliance with State and Federal
police reform mandates.
- Demonstrate and document efforts to recruit and retain a
diverse workforce representative of the campus population
served.
Oversight of the College's Motor pool Program 5%
- Administrative oversight
- Fiscal responsibility
- Software management
- Training and Education
- Schedule Coordination
- Maintenance
- Liaison with facilities and athletics
Requirements:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED AT HIRE:
- Candidates must possess a minimum of seven to ten years of
progressive law enforcement experience with 4 years of supervisory
experiences as a Sergeant or above, as a full-time sworn police
officer in good standing on a campus law enforcement department or
other equivalent Police Department.
- Experience and knowledge of campus security and law enforcement
policies and procedures, crime prevention, investigations, training
for law enforcement personnel, life safety programming, college
operations and traffic and parking control management.
- Knowledge of budget operations and management specific to a law
enforcement / public safety agency.
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of state law, rules,
regulations and ability to interpret new laws, rules and
regulations correctly and accurately is required.
- Appointees must be eligible for appointment as a Special State
Police Officer under Chapter 22c §63 of the Massachusetts General
Laws.
- Must have successfully completed a Massachusetts Basic Police
Training Program from an accredited police academy, approved by the
Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC) or have successfully
completed training that is equivalent to or greater than that of a
Massachusetts police officer at a comparable level of experience to
obtain an academy exemption or waiver through the MPTC.
- Possession of a current motor vehicle operator's license is
required.
- Ability to gain and maintain MA POST certification.
- Ability to gain and maintain MA MPTC qualifications.
- Ability to obtain and maintain an MA License to Carry (LTC) a
firearm.
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Ability to qualify with departmentally issued firearm(s) and
all departmentally issued less - lethal weapons.
- Ability to obtain or possess CPR/First Responder certification
and be trained in the operation of Automated External
Defibrillator.
- Be able to successfully complete a background check.
- Be able to successfully complete and pass psychological
evaluation.
- Be able to successfully complete and pass drug screening.
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to obtain certification as a Law Enforcement
Administration System Computer Operator after hire.
- Computer literacy in law enforcement technology including word
processing, LEAPS, ID equipment, various alarm systems/computers
and other security related software.
- Ability to train staff on department policies and
procedures.
- Ability to work at any hour and in all weather conditions.
- Ability to maintain professionalism and acceptable personal
demeanor under periods of stress, verbal and physical abuse,
danger, and emotional tension.
- Ability to physically perform the essential functions of a
job.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively supervise and coordinate
the activities of police and security personnel of lower grade
while maintaining good working relationships.
- Training and experience in criminal investigations.
- Ability to maintain good order and acceptable personal demeanor
under periods of stress, verbal and physical abuse, danger, and
emotional tension.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Demonstrated experience serving and supporting diverse
populations.
- Thorough understanding and demonstrated experiences of equity
and inclusivity as they pertain to department philosophy for
personnel management and day-to-day execution of
responsibilities.
- Any candidate who has sustained disciplinary action during
the previous twelve (12) months and/or on any form of disciplinary
probation shall be considered ineligible to apply.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- A bachelor's degree in criminal justice or related field from a
four-year institution.
- Knowledge of and experience with higher education principles,
practices and procedures.
- Working knowledge and understanding of Jeanne Clery Disclosure
of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery
Act), 2008 Higher Education and Opportunity Act (HEOA), 2013
Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act (VAWA), and Title IX of
the Education Amendments of 1972.
- Experience with managing in a unionized workplace.
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- 75% Indoor and office related duties
- 25% Outdoor related duties
Additional Information:
This is a full-time, permanent benefited position. This position is
expected to ensure coverage, either through designees or self,
24/7, 365 days a year. This position is a mandatory reporter for
the purposes of Title IX and Equal Opportunity.
The salary for this position is $115,000-$125,000 per year.
Employee Benefits:
Health Insurance: MCLA offers a variety of HMO, POS, and PPO-type
health insurance plans for eligible employees. Coverage is
effective on the 1st of the month following the date of hire.
Exceptions to employees hired on the 1st of the month, coverage is
effective immediately.
Retirement: The MA State Employee Retirement System provides
eligible employees with a retirement pension following a 10-year
vesting period. In lieu of the retirement pension, eligible
employees may select the Optional Retirement Plan with a maximum 5%
employer matching contribution. Tuition Waivers & Discounts:
eligible employees, including spouses and dependent children,
receive reduced tuition at MA state colleges, community colleges,
and universities.
Paid Time Off: employees receive 12 paid holidays and generous
vacation, personal, and sick leave benefits.
Until further notice, in response to the Presidential proclamation,
issued on September 19, 2025, imposing a significant fee on the
entry of individuals with new H-1B visas, this position is not
eligible for visa sponsorship.
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts complies with the Americans
with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodations to
qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. Should you
need to request a reasonable accommodation for the application
process, please email Brenda Stokes, Executive Director of Human
Resources.
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts is deeply committed to
fostering a community of excellence, equity, diversity, and
inclusion. We provide equal access to educational, co-curricular
and employment opportunities for all applicants, students, and
employees regardless of race, color, religion, national origin,
age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity,
gender expression, genetic information, marital or parental status,
veteran status, or membership in any other legally protected class.
Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts does not discriminate on the
basis of sex in any educational program or activity that they
operate, which extends to admission and employment.
Inquiries about Title IX, Equal Opportunity, or ADA/504 and other
non-discrimination policies may be directed to MCLA's Interim Title
IX and Equal Opportunity Coordinator, to the Assistant Secretary of
the Department of Education Office for Civil Rights, or both.
Lucas Morrill
Interim Title IX and EO Coordinator
375 Church Street, North Adams, MA 01247
Telephone: (413) 662-5103
Titleix@mcla.edu
U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights
33 Arch Street, 9th Floor Boston, MA 02119-1424
Telephone: (617) 289-0111; FAX: (617) 289-0150; TDD (877)
521-2172
OCR.Boston@ed.gov
Application Instructions:
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