"University Police Officer - Framingham State University"

University Police Officers patrol campus buildings, grounds, and properties used, owned and leased by Framingham State University. Enforce state laws, University policies, rules and regulations; investigate crimes, accidents, complaints, provide first aid and emergency First Responder medical assistance, as well as handle other tasks as directed. Prepare concise and complete reports; direct traffic, staff post, when necessary, handle confidential and sensitive information; and perform other duties as assigned by Chief of Police, and superior officers. University Police Officers interact frequently with students, faculty, staff, visitors and the general public. University Police officers are required to carry a university issued firearm while on duty. This position is considered "essential personnel" and requires you to report for duty when requested. University Police Officers must exercise clear quick thinking in emergencies and perform related work as required, establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with others, deal tactfully with others, interact with people who are under physical and or emotional distress, follow oral and written instructions, and be willing to work nights, weekends, holidays and report for duty at any time when emergencies arise.

Please review the full Campus Police Officer Series classification specification.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualification Requirements:

1. High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
2. Graduate of a Full-Time Massachusetts Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC) Recruit Officer Course, or the MA Special State Police Officer Academy, or MPTC Bridge Academy certified and approved by the Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC) (or equivalent, as determined by the Chief of Police and MPTC/POST). Candidates MUST be a certified police officer in Massachusetts per MPTC/POST standards.
3. Must possess or have the ability to obtain and maintain a Class A license to carry firearm (M.G.L.c.140, section 131). (Without restrictions)
4. Must have and maintain a valid Massachusetts Driver's License.
5. CPR/AED/First Responder certification; current and valid.
6. Must pass a police entry level medical and psychological screenings.
7. Pass and undergo an extensive background investigation and CORI check. State and National background check, which includes fingerprinting and employment history.
8. Negative check of the candidate in the National Decertification Index.

Preference will be given to candidates who meet the following additional qualifications:

1. Strong interpersonal skills
2. Strong written and oral communication skills and the ability to prepare written reports.
3. Knowledge of police procedures and practices, the law of arrest and criminal procedures.

Requirements to Maintain Appointment:

1. All Framingham State University sworn officers will be required to obtain/maintain their certification through POST and our agency shall not employ a decertified officer in any capacity in accordance with MGL c6E s4(g) which states; "No agency shall appoint or employ a person as a law enforcement officer unless the person is certified by the commission."
2. Annual in-service trainings will be required.
3. Specialized training will be required.
4. A failure to maintain a license to carry a firearm and/or a valid driver's license will subject officers to dismissal.
5. Officers whose police appointment applications are pending will be assigned duties that do not require police authority.

Candidates who are bilingual in English and Spanish or English and Portuguese are strongly encouraged to apply.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time, non-exempt, benefits-eligible position in the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) bargaining unit with a title of Campus Police Officer II. The bi-weekly salary rate for CPO II is $2,841.49 (grade 17, step 8).

Roll Call Overtime: Officers reporting for a non-consecutive patrol shift must arrive 30 minutes in advance of their shift start time, for which they are paid the appropriate overtime rate. The purpose of "roll call" will be for timely and effective briefings by those on the preceding shift and to ensure continuity of coverage during shift changes.

Framingham State University conducts criminal history and sexual offender record checks on recommended finalists prior to final employment for all positions.

Framingham State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Members of underrepresented groups, minorities, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.