Campus Police Officer I - Westfield State University

Westfield State University•Westfield, MA

45d•Onsite

About The Position

Patrol campus buildings and grounds; investigate crimes and other incidents; restrain or arrest suspects when necessary; provide assistance to courts in prosecution of cases; monitor activities at University-sanctioned alcohol events and locations on campus; perform related work as required.

Requirements

Ability to communicate effectively in oral expression and in writing, including the ability to give instructions in a precise, understandable manner.
Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with others, and to deal tactfully with all segments of the University community, including visitors; ability to establish rapport with persons from different ethnic, cultural, and/or economic backgrounds.
Ability to interact with people who are under physical and/or emotional stress.
Ability to maintain a calm manner in stressful and emergency situations.
Ability to make decisions and to act quickly in dangerous or emergency situations.
Ability to exercise discretion in handling confidential information.
Ability to exercise sound judgment.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions; ability to read, write and comprehend the English language.
Ability to motivate others.
Ability to prepare general reports, and to maintain accurate records; ability to work accurately with names, numbers, codes and/or symbols.
Ability to gather information through questioning individuals and to accurately record information provided.
Ability to gather information by examining records, documents, and reports.
Ability to assemble items of information in accordance with established procedures.
Ability to utilize investigative techniques to obtain information.
Ability to understand and apply the laws, rules, and regulations governing assigned unit activities.
Ability to understand, apply, and explain the policies, procedures, specifications, guidelines and standards governing assigned unit activities.
Ability to analyze and determine the applicability of data, to draw conclusions, and to make appropriate recommendations.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
Ability to coordinate the efforts of others in accomplishing assigned work objectives.
Ability to gather information through observing people.
Ability to lift heavy objects or persons.
Ability to adapt to varying work situations.
Ability to stand and/or walk for prolonged periods of time.
Knowledge of and skilled in various word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation computer software.
Must pass written exam and timed 1.5-mile run, both on same day.
Must meet physical stamina and endurance POST standards.
Must complete State certified police academy.
Appointee must be eligible for appointment as a police officer under POST standards.
Ability to pass fit-for-duty medical and psychological examinations in addition to an agility test.
Valid Driver's License.
Must be able to obtain a firearms permit from the police department where they reside.
Must be able to, on an annual basis, qualify with department firearm through a department certified firearms instructor.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from a full-time police academy or have equivalent training that meets the requirements to obtain POST Certification.

Responsibilities

Patrols campus in patrol vehicle, on foot, or (if qualified) by bike.
Investigates complaints and mediates disputes.
Exercises police powers by making arrests and restraining violent persons.
Investigates crimes, collects evidence, and prepares reports.
Investigates traffic accidents and enforces Chapter 90, Motor Vehicle Laws by issuing civil motor vehicle citations, warnings, summonses, and parking tickets.
Operates two-way radios, computers, office machines, emergency medical equipment, emergency notification equipment, fire alarm detection equipment and radar detection device.
Administers first aid to injured persons and assists fire department to protect the people and property of the University.
Monitors activities at University-sanctioned sporting events, gatherings and alcohol events and locations on and off campus.

Benefits

Health Insurance: Westfield State 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.

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