Campus Police Officer (2 Openings)

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A resume and cover letter is required to apply; updating your job profile is optional. Once your application has been submitted, you will not be able to return later to add or change documents. Job Posting TitleCampus Police Officer (2 Openings)Job Description SummaryUnionJob DescriptionThe Campus Police Officer engages with the College community to provide campus safety services including: emergency response to safety concerns, medical emergency response, emergency management preparation and response, crime prevention and safety education.

The Campus Police Officer is represented by the Wellesley College Police Association. Responsibilities: Protect the assets of the College community including the people, buildings and grounds to prevent crime and attend to public safety needs Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service 24/7Investigate crimes, suspicious activity, or other incidentsFollow Massachusetts General Laws and provide education around these laws where applicableActively engage with the local community, particularly in areas of training and preparednessIdentify, apprehend, and participate in subsequent court proceedings of criminal offendersProvide First Responder level medical assistance where appropriateFacilitate the movement of motor vehicle and pedestrian trafficResponds to initial complaints and conducts preliminary and follow-up investigations,Enforces traffic and parking laws and issuing citations.

Provide detail coverage for worksites and eventsAttend required department training and supplementary training focused on personal and professional developmentPerform other duties as assigned Qualifications: Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain certification by the Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission (POST).Applicants must be a graduate of a full time police academy(or equivalent) certified by the MPTC or the SSPO Academy conducted by the Massachusetts State Police in New Braintree, Ma.Bachelor's Degree PreferredAt least 21 years oldStrong written and oral communication skills with an aptitude for problem solving and customer servicePrior experience and training in de-escalation and crisis responseAppointees 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 Carry FirearmsMassachusetts Driver's LicenseAbility to work independently of close supervision,Candidates 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 PolicePrior experience in higher education, preferably in a diverse campus community preferred.EMT certification a plusAll employees hired are strongly encouraged to be up to date with all vaccination and boosters against COVID-19Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer's sponsorship now or in the futureSalary: Officer Probationary Rate (1st 180 days): $33.45/hrOfficer Probationary Rate (more than 180 days): $36.36/hrCompany Description and Benefits Wellesley's mission is to provide an excellent liberal arts education to women who will make a difference in the world.

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