Police Officer

Massachusetts Institute of Technology • Cambridge, MA

398d • $64,875 - $84,968

About The Position

The Police Officer at MIT Police Department is responsible for ensuring the safety, security, and well-being of the MIT community. This role involves collaboration with various campus stakeholders to address safety concerns and promote a culture of mutual respect. Officers will patrol assigned areas, respond to emergencies, conduct investigations, and participate in ongoing training and professional development.

Requirements

• Graduation from a full-time MA state or municipal police academy or MPTC-approved equivalent training.
• High school diploma or its equivalent.
• Driver's license.
• MA Class A License to Carry.
• Eligibility for appointment as a Massachusetts Special State Police Officer.
• Massachusetts POST Commission certification or ability to gain POST certification.
• Demonstrated organizational and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with crisis intervention, conflict resolution, report writing, handling emergency procedures, and community policing principles.
• Must qualify in the use of firearms.

Nice To Haves

• Two years of law enforcement experience (college/university police department).
• An associate's degree or higher in criminal justice or related subject.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety, security, and well-being of the MIT community.
• Collaborate with campus stakeholders to address safety concerns.
• Promote a culture of mutual respect and understanding with students, researchers, faculty, staff, and visitors.
• Patrol assigned areas of campus on foot, bicycle, or vehicle to deter and detect criminal activity.
• Respond to emergencies and provide support during special events, demonstrations, and other campus activities.
• Conduct initial criminal investigations and gather evidence.
• Collaborate with local law enforcement agencies as necessary.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development.

Benefits

• Base hourly rate range: $31.19 - $40.85.
• Compensation remains at 42.5 hours when there are less than five regularly scheduled shifts.
• Employment contingent upon satisfactory background checks, pre-employment medical examination, and drug and psychological screening.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED