Campus Police Officer
Search:#123
Date Posted: 09/04/2014
Type/Department:Bargaining Unit in Campus Police
Search Status:Search Is Open - Accepting Applications
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Position Responsibilities
The Campus Police Department serves Hampshire, Mount Holyoke, and Smith Colleges. Officers provide a safe and secure environment for the college communities; conduct patrols to respond to emergencies, and provide services; enforce safety regulations, state laws, and College rules and regulations; identify safety hazards and conditions; prepare incident reports and related written communication. Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must be at least 21 years of age, have a valid Massachusetts driver's license, and be eligible for appointment under Chapter 22c, Section 63 as a special state police officer. To be so warranted, candidates must have an Associate's degree or higher in CRIMINAL JUSTICE and have successfully completed a Massachusetts reserve and intermittent police academy. Alternately, candidates may qualify with a full-time Massachusetts campus or municipal academy.
Preference is given to candidates with prior experience working in the public safety/police field. Must have, or be able to obtain, CPR/AED and First Responder certification. Candidates must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays. Candidates must submit three letters of reference.
Information about the Department
The Campus Police Department is an accredited progressive community policing agency with strong service orientation. Successful applicants must be able to work with diverse constituencies and be sensitive to multicultural issues.
Work Schedule
Officers provide coverage 24 hours/day, 365 days/year. Officers must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Officers undergo a 10-week field training program rotating through the shifts to learn the skills necessary to be successful. Following FTO, specific campus and shift assignment is based on a seniority shift bid. However, officers are assigned to all three campuses for cross-campus coverage as needed.
Screening Process
Eligible candidates will undergo a screening process including a credential review, interview, personal and criminal background check, and reference check. The Department encourages qualified candidates to apply, even if they have applied previously. The College offers a comprehensive benefits package. These positions will be open until filled. The hiring process is expected to take approximately 4-6 weeks, depending on the applicant pool. Applications will not be rejected due to unintentional errors, and applicants may ask to correct errors provided the process has not closed before they or the department discovers the error.
Mount Holyoke College is an equal opportunity institution, committed to diversity in education and employment.
Contact
Human Resources
1 Skinner Hall
Mount Holyoke College
50 College Street
South Hadley, MA 01075
Phone: 413-538-2503
jobs@mtholyoke.edu
Search:#123
Date Posted: 09/04/2014
Type/Department:Bargaining Unit in Campus Police
Search Status:Search Is Open - Accepting Applications
Apply Now:Would you like to apply for this position?
Position Responsibilities
The Campus Police Department serves Hampshire, Mount Holyoke, and Smith Colleges. Officers provide a safe and secure environment for the college communities; conduct patrols to respond to emergencies, and provide services; enforce safety regulations, state laws, and College rules and regulations; identify safety hazards and conditions; prepare incident reports and related written communication. Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must be at least 21 years of age, have a valid Massachusetts driver's license, and be eligible for appointment under Chapter 22c, Section 63 as a special state police officer. To be so warranted, candidates must have an Associate's degree or higher in CRIMINAL JUSTICE and have successfully completed a Massachusetts reserve and intermittent police academy. Alternately, candidates may qualify with a full-time Massachusetts campus or municipal academy.
Preference is given to candidates with prior experience working in the public safety/police field. Must have, or be able to obtain, CPR/AED and First Responder certification. Candidates must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays. Candidates must submit three letters of reference.
Information about the Department
The Campus Police Department is an accredited progressive community policing agency with strong service orientation. Successful applicants must be able to work with diverse constituencies and be sensitive to multicultural issues.
Work Schedule
Officers provide coverage 24 hours/day, 365 days/year. Officers must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays. Officers undergo a 10-week field training program rotating through the shifts to learn the skills necessary to be successful. Following FTO, specific campus and shift assignment is based on a seniority shift bid. However, officers are assigned to all three campuses for cross-campus coverage as needed.
Screening Process
Eligible candidates will undergo a screening process including a credential review, interview, personal and criminal background check, and reference check. The Department encourages qualified candidates to apply, even if they have applied previously. The College offers a comprehensive benefits package. These positions will be open until filled. The hiring process is expected to take approximately 4-6 weeks, depending on the applicant pool. Applications will not be rejected due to unintentional errors, and applicants may ask to correct errors provided the process has not closed before they or the department discovers the error.
Mount Holyoke College is an equal opportunity institution, committed to diversity in education and employment.
Contact
Human Resources
1 Skinner Hall
Mount Holyoke College
50 College Street
South Hadley, MA 01075
Phone: 413-538-2503
jobs@mtholyoke.edu