Campus Police Officer I

About MassArt:

Founded in 1873, having celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2023, Massachusetts College of Art and Design (MassArt), is the nation's first and only independent, free-standing public college of art and design in the country. MassArt is an inclusive community of thinkers, doers, makers, educators, innovators and leaders striving to shape the future through art and design. We've spent 150 years demonstrating the truly amazing things that happen when a world-class art and design education is an option for every deserving student. Located in Boston's hub of arts and culture along the Avenue of the Arts, MassArt enrolls 2,000 students and offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate degrees in 18 disciplines, as well as continuing education and youth programs.

MassArt strives to be a model of diversity and inclusion; the campus community reflects the layers of cultural and self-identity that proudly make up our region, nation, and world. We build effective partnerships with co-workers throughout the College by freely sharing appropriate information and providing assistance to all and maintain an environment that is welcoming to persons of all backgrounds, nationalities, and roles.

Job Description:

As a Campus Police Officer, the candidate should be knowledgeable about relevant laws and regulations and be able to
effectively communicate with members of the college community. They should be physically fit and able to handle
emergency situations calmly and efficiently. Additionally, they should be able to work collaboratively with other members
of the department and maintain a professional demeanor at all times.

Salary: $61,548.24; Grade 16, Step 8
Position is a unit position governed by the AFSCME collective bargaining unit.

Examples of duties:

• Ensures and maintains a secure campus environment; investigate complaints and reports of suspicious activity; control crowds as necessary.
• Provides protection and security of persons, facilities and property.
• Patrols campus buildings and adjacent area(s) via foot, bike or Campus Police vehicle.
• Enforces college and department policies, rules and regulations, local laws, Massachusetts General Laws, and federal laws.
• Exercises police powers by making arrests, searching persons, and/or restraining and transporting violent persons; advise suspects of their constitutional rights to prosecute violators and to prevent further violations of law.
• Investigates crimes by interviewing witnesses, victims and others; mediate disputes; preserve crime scenes for examination by experts.
• Enforces campus traffic and safety regulations by directing traffic; assisting operators of disabled motor vehicles; assisting pedestrians in crossing streets; writing traffic tickets; inspecting licenses, permits and registrations for validity; and ensuring an orderly flow of traffic during snow removal or sanding.
• Operates equipment, such as but not limited to two-way radios, base stations, public address system, emergency medical equipment, office machines, firearms and riot control equipment.
• Performs related duties such as cooperating and sharing information with other agencies; notifying designated personnel of emergencies; writing activity reports, daily logs, and investigative reports; maintaining records on lostand- found items, criminal records and files on known criminals; assisting in the evacuation of community members in fire drills; assisting in fire fighting operations; and raising and lowering flags.
• Provides emergency medical assistance.
• Provides assistance to courts or grand juries in prosecution cases.
• Work during periods of inclement weather, hurricanes, blizzards, natural and manmade disasters.
• Performs occasional mandatory overtime, details, and campus dispatch and switchboard operator duties.
• Promotes community policing and community engagement in all tasks and duties.
• Participates in community engagement and continually offer exceptional customer service to the entire Holyoke community and surrounding areas.
• Focus on the Commonwealth's Equity Agenda by applying related best practices throughout all job functions.
• Perform other duties as assigned, consistent with the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Requirements:

Must be able to meet the requirements of Chapter 253 of the Acts of 2020 (Police Reform Bill*):

• Candidates must be 21 years of age at the time of hire.
• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Completed a full time Campus Police Academy and/or fulltime MPTC training academy or the ability to successfully pass the Physical Agility Testing, medical examination, pre-screening (which includes a physical endurance testing) and successfully complete MPTC Full Recruit Academy. Failure to meet the entrance requirements or to successfully complete the course of training shall result in dismissal
• All candidates must complete Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission (POST) approved physical and psychological fitness evaluation.
• Appointee must be eligible for appointment as a Special State Police Officer under chapter 22C, Section 63 of the
• Massachusetts General Laws and must be eligible to become POST Certified, undergoing an extensive background investigation and CORI Check. State and National Background Check, including fingerprinting and employment history and a negative check of the candidate on the National Decertification Index.
• Possess and maintain first aid, AED, Narcan and CPR certificates, or be able to obtain certification within the first 6 months of employment.
• All final candidates must successfully complete an interview process required by by POST.

• Please be advised that not all requirements listed above need to be met or satisfied prior to hire.

• Possess or have the ability to obtain and maintain a Class A license to carry firearm (M.G.L. c.140, section 131).
• Possess and maintain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License.
• Some knowledge of police procedures and practices, the law of arrest, and criminal procedures.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare written reports.
• Reliable transportation

Demonstrated ability to:

• Establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with others.
• Deal tactfully with others.
• Interact with people who are under physical and/or emotional stress.
• Maintain a calm manner, make decisions, and act quickly in stressful and emergency situations.
• Exercise discretion in handling confidential information.
• Exercise sound judgment.
• Establish rapport with others.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Motivate others.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Use proper grammar, punctuation and spelling.
• Read, write and comprehend the English language.
• Work accurately with names, numbers, codes and/or symbols.
• Ability to perform arithmetic computations with speed and accuracy (addition, subtraction, multiplication and division).
• Conduct interviews.
• Gather information by examining records and documents and observing and questioning individuals.
• Assemble items of information in accordance with established procedures.
• Utilize investigative techniques to obtain information.
• Understand and apply the laws, rules and regulations governing assigned unit activities.
• Give written instructions in a precise, understandable manner.
• Lift heavy objects or persons.
• Adapt to varying work situations.
• Stand and/or walk for prolonged periods of time.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of the buildings and grounds of the College and of its rules and regulations.
• POST Certified
• First responder/ CPR / EMT certified.
• Associate Degree in Criminal Justice or related field.
• Certifications as an instructor in areas of defensive tactics, firearms, or first responder.
• Current LTC with the city or town of residency.

Additional Information:

Please note MassArt does not provide the following:

• Employment-based visa sponsorship or non-student exchange visitor visa sponsorship.
• E-Verify.
• Reimbursement for travel.

Selected candidates must complete all onboarding tasks including a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) background review and verification of the Form I9, Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. You are required to show proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of the start of your employment. You will not be authorized to work in any capacity until all paperwork has been completed.

Comprehensive Benefits:
When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future.
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MassArt provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military status, genetic information, pregnancy or a pregnancy-related condition, or membership in any other legally protected class. MassArt complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the college operates. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

Application Instructions:

Resume and Cover Letter