Campus Patrol & Community Safety Officer

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 80,231,424 - 114,616,320; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Retirement Plan

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision,

Disability and leave insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA/HSA)

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Benefits (100% undergraduate)

Job summary

Suffolk University is seeking Patrol Officers to join the Police and Public Safety Department. Officers partner with the campus community to maintain a safe environment, enforce laws, and protect students, staff, and guests.

Responsibilities include responding to emergencies, patrolling campus, and preparing reports. Required duties include enforcing university rules, conducting investigations, providing testimony when needed, and working flexible hours including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must be a US Citizen or a Naturalized US Citizen.
• Must possess a high school diploma or HiSET.
• Must be able to obtain MA License to Carry Firearms (Class A) per MA law.
• Must possess ethical behavior, emotional stability, sound judgment and integrity.
• CPR and First Aid certifications preferred but not required.
• No prior felony record.
• Valid driver's license or ability to obtain one prior to hire.
• Complete MPTC basic Police Recruit Academy and obtain SSPO and Suffolk County Deputy Sheriff powers.
• Ability to pass training and proficiency in department equipment and weapons.
• Possess MA POST Certification and pass background checks.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency assistance and community relations.
• Prevent and deter crime, secure scenes, investigate crimes and gather evidence.
• Enforce university rules and respond to calls for assistance.
• Provide walking escorts to campus buildings and other locations as directed.
• Administer CPR and First Aid as needed.
• Respond to alarms, maintain fire watch, and handle evacuations.
• Patrol interior and exterior of campus buildings and property.
• Prepare and submit reports.
• Provide credible testimony in court or university proceedings.
• Operate department vehicles in all modes.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Judgment

Ethical behavior

Teamwork

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or HiSET

Tools

Police radio

Police vehicle operations

Job description

Suffolk University is seeking Patrol Officers to join the Police and Public Safety Department. Officers partner with the campus community to maintain a safe environment, enforce laws, and protect students, staff, and guests.

Responsibilities include responding to emergencies, patrolling campus, and preparing reports. Required duties include enforcing university rules, conducting investigations, providing testimony when needed, and working flexible hours including nights and weekends.