Police Officer

State of Connecticut•New Britain, CT

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Central Connecticut State University (Central) is seeking candidates for two (2) Connecticut POST Certified Police Officer positions. The Police Department at Central Connecticut State University is a fully sworn, nationally accredited police agency focused on ensuring health, safety, and providing a stable work and learning environment for our campus community and visitors. We are committed to community policing principles, crime prevention, omnipresence, and partnerships. The incumbents will be responsible for the protection of life and property and must successfully complete training and probationary requirements.

Requirements

Connecticut POST Police Officer Certification number with date of issuance and expiration must be included on the application.
If certification is pending, include POSTC under the Job-Related Academic, Technical or Vocational Training section.
Must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States by date of appointment.
Candidates are subject to selection standards pursuant to Section 7-294-a-e of the Connecticut General Statutes and the regulations of the Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council.
Must possess and maintain authority from the Commissioner of Emergency Services and Public Protection to “arrest and present before a competent authority any person for any offense committed within his precinct.” (Connecticut General Statutes 29-18 and/or 10a-142)
Must possess and maintain certification as a law enforcement officer in the State of Connecticut pursuant to Section 7-294-a-e of the Connecticut General Statutes and the regulations promulgated by the Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council. Loss of certification will result in removal from the class.
Must possess and maintain a valid Motor Vehicle operator’s license.
Must be eligible and qualified to bear arms.
Knowledge of police and security practices and procedures; relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; traffic and crowd control practices and procedures; criminal law and court procedures.
Considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills.
Ability to analyze emergency situations and develop effective courses of action; utilize computer software.
General good health, free from any disease or injury which would impair health or usefulness.
Possess and retain sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, endurance, and visual and auditory acuity required to perform the duties of the class.
A physical fitness assessment will be required of all applicants.
A comprehensive medical examination, including a controlled substance screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.

Nice To Haves

Possession of Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) certification
Possession of Field Training Officer certification
POST Certified Instructor
Demonstrates clear, effective writing and speaking across a variety of audiences
Produces thorough and precise work, with strong focus on accuracy and careful review
May be required to maintain certifications pursuant to the regulations of the Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council and/or agency requirements.
Incumbents in this class may be required to obtain and retain Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification.
Incumbents in this class may be required to travel.
Incumbents in this class must be willing to accept assignments or transfers to any region of the state consistent with departmental policies or stipulations and work a flexible schedule.
Incumbents in this class must establish residence within Connecticut after completion of the Connecticut Police Training Academy Program.
Incumbents in this class must be able to pass a swim test including swimming 100 yards within four (4) minutes.
Candidates will be required to read and become familiar with the Connecticut Law Enforcement Officers’ Field Manuals and The Original Red and Blue Books (Blue 360 Media).

Responsibilities

Provide crowd control at various CCSU events and activities
Monitor designated areas to ensure physical security and authorized access to prevent theft, trespass, vandalism, or violation of state statutes and regulations
Give direction and routine information to the public
Participate in evacuation activities in the event of fire, bomb threats, or other potential disasters
Operate firefighting apparatus if needed
Conduct cruiser or foot patrols
Conduct bicycle patrols as weather permits
Provide traffic and/or crowd control
Assess the nature of further assistance needed and make timely and appropriate arrangements
Gather background information and provide threat assessments regarding high-risk locations, safety of persons or property, biological or physical threats
Respond to emergency situations and provide CPR or first aid to injured parties
Assist State Police in the investigation of major criminal acts
Maintain building security and perform patrol duties at times of heightened alert under Homeland Security procedures
Direct traffic and enforce motor vehicle and parking regulations
Initiate and conduct criminal and other investigations of violations, suspicious activities, or reports of incidents occurring within jurisdiction
Conduct on-site investigations, question witnesses, arrest individuals at the scene, and issue summons
Record information
Apply for and serve arrest warrants
Process paperwork on arrests and activity reports
Arrange surety and non-surety bond payments or Written Promise to Appear (WPA)
Provide court testimony
Conduct special programs, projects, and services as required
Process arrested individuals including determining charges, fingerprinting, photographing, initiating National Crime Information Computer (NCIC) check, searching, removing and inventorying personal belongings, and transporting arrested persons to lock-up
Conduct various safety training, certification, and/or recertification courses
Perform minor equipment repairs
Make public presentations regarding crime prevention and safety
Serve as dispatcher
Perform related duties as required