Police Officer, 40 hours, Nights

UMass Memorial Health•Worcester, MA

23h•$28 - $37

About The Position

The UMass Memorial Police Officer enforces medical center policies and the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. The officer conducts foot and vehicle patrols, performs traffic duties, investigates incidents, promotes crime prevention, and assists with community service. Officers make lawful arrests in accordance with Massachusetts law and provide court testimony when necessary. The position involves protecting people and property on UMass Memorial Health Care properties, identifying and reporting criminal activity and safety concerns, and fostering a sense of security through courteous and ethical service. Officers submit professional, accurate reports and safely transport and process prisoners in accordance with departmental policies and procedures. The department considers both entry-level and academy-trained officers.

Requirements

Equivalent to a high school education plus additional specialized courses.
Entry-level candidates must attend a full-time police academy authorized by the Massachusetts Municipal Police Training Committee.
Entry-level and academy-trained officers must be able to obtain law enforcement certification through the Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission (POST) and the Massachusetts State Police (SSPO).
First Responder, Driver’s License, OCAT, and in-service classes are required.
A Class A license to carry firearms in Massachusetts is required within 45 days of hire or transfer into the job. Officers who are not licensed within an acceptable grace period will work unarmed until they obtain the license, which must occur within 45 days of hire.
CPR/First Aid certification is required within 30 days of hire or transfer into the job.
Must successfully complete annual firearms training.
Must have good communication skills and be able to deal with the general public.
Must be able to work under sometimes-stressful conditions and maintain calm composure.

Nice To Haves

Three years of prior law enforcement experience.
POST-certified, academy-trained officers.

Responsibilities

Perform duties involving safety, security, and related activities.
Patrol properties owned, leased, and occupied by UMass Memorial Health Care to protect people and property and identify criminal activity or other threats to life, health, safety, or property.
Report observed criminal activity, safety concerns, theft, or property damage for appropriate action.
Promote a sense of safety and security through courteous and ethical service.
Conduct investigations as directed and submit professional, accurate reports.
Make lawful arrests in accordance with Massachusetts law and provide court testimony when necessary.
Safely transport and process prisoners in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
Perform traffic duties, promote crime prevention, and assist with community service.