Campus Police Officer Dean College

Masscops; Franklin (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Dean College, located in Franklin, Massachusetts, is seeking a Campus Police Officer to deliver law enforcement and safety services across campus. The role supports the college’s mission to maintain a safe environment through comprehensive safety programs and community engagement.

The officer will patrol, investigate incidents, coordinate with Student Conduct, and contribute to educational programming, while ensuring transportation support and event coverage as needed.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Criminal Justice (or Bachelor's degree in any field).
• Current certification from Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission or will be required to attend a full‑time police academy upon hire.
• Ability to receive and retain certification from the Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission authorizing employment as a law enforcement officer.

Responsibilities

• Patrol campus buildings and grounds to deter crime, prevent theft, vandalism and other violations of state laws.
• Respond to, investigate, and document all calls for service and violations of college code of conduct and state laws.
• Refer incidents to the Office of Student Conduct for disciplinary action, investigate accidents, provide direction and information to campus community and public, and promote positive police–community relations.
• Design and execute educational programming and training for community members.
• Provide additional coverage at college sponsored events.
• Provide transportation services including campus safety escorts and non‑emergency medical transports to area facilities.
• Perform other duties as assigned to enhance campus safety.

Education

Associate's/Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or related field

Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission certification or attendance to police academy

Job description

Campus Police Officer

Dean College
in Franklin, MA

Type: Full-Time

Posted: 08/12/2024

Category: Police and Public Safety

Company Description

Dean College is a private, residential New England college grounded in a culture and tradition that all students deserve the opportunity to discover and exceed their greatest aspirations. A personal and transformative community since 1865, Dean tirelessly inspires our students to unimagined heights through personalized support and integrated delivery of academic, co‑curricular and experiential learning. Our graduates are lifelong learners who thrive in their careers, embrace social responsibility and demonstrate leadership.

Recognized as a Top Regional College by U.S. News & World Report for eleven consecutive years and named a College of Distinction for five consecutive years, Dean serves approximately 1,200 full‑time students and 400 part‑time students and offers more than 50 combined bachelor's and associate degree programs and specializations, as well as a robust schedule of continuing studies, EMT and certificate programs throughout the year.

Dean College is perfectly situated in Franklin, Massachusetts, which is conveniently located between Boston and Providence, Rhode Island and is accessible to Boston by commuter rail. The Dean College/Franklin station is only a five‑minute walk from campus. Approximately 87 percent of the College's student population lives on campus.

Dean provides a supportive academic environment that thrives on hands‑on engagement and exceptional teaching. This community‑wide commitment of always going the extra mile for students is known as The Dean Difference. Outside of the classroom, students participate in 16 athletic teams and more than 30 on‑campus groups and organizations.

Ninety‑six percent of our bachelor's degree students are employed or enrolled in graduate school within 12 months of graduation. Alumni are hard at work in top‑ranked graduate programs and are employed by organizations such as Universal Studios, Dell Technologies, Liberty Mutual, Kraft Sports + Entertainment, the Boston Ballet, and more.

What is The Dean Difference? It isn't any one thing. It's not a program or a professor. It's not a single class or a club. It's the way our academics support networks and community overlap, interweave and magnify each other. Our difference unites us. It's our secret formula. It's the nucleus around which we orbit. It isn't one thing, it's everything

Job Description

The role of the Campus Police Officer is to deliver law enforcement and safety services aimed at protecting Dean College property and the members of the Dean community, in alignment with the department's mission to maintain a safe campus environment through a comprehensive program of services.

Position Responsibilities

• Patrol campus buildings and grounds to deter crime, prevent theft, vandalism and other violations of state laws.
• Respond to, investigate, and document all calls for service and violations of college code of conduct and violations of state laws.
• Refer incidents to the Office of Student Conduct for disciplinary action, when appropriate, investigate accidents, provide direction and information to campus community and public and promote positive police - community relations through scheduled activities and routine interaction.
• Design and execute educational programming and training community members based upon the needs or current trends on campus.
• Provide additional coverage at college sponsored events.
• Provide transportation services including campus safety escorts (walking or vehicle), non‑emergency medical transports to area medical facilities and other transportation duties as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned which are necessary to enhance the safety of the campus.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Criminal Justice (or related field) or a Bachelor's degree (in any field).
• Current certification from Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission or will be required to attend a full‑time police academy upon hire.
• Ability to receive and retain certification from the Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission authorizing employment as a law enforcement officer.
• Hold and maintain an unrestricted United States driver's license, with an insurable driving history as determined by Dean College Risk Management,
• Hold and maintain a license to carry a firearm (large capacity) in Massachusetts in accordance with MGL CH140 sec 131.
• Possess strong human relations skills and the ability to work under stressful situations.
• Demonstrate the ability to analyze emergency situations and develop effective solutions to handle same.
• Extensive background check and successful completion of a physical and psychological evaluation required.

Additional Information

Dean College is an equal‑opportunity, Title IX institution and pledges to recruit, select and promote diversity by providing equality of opportunity in higher education for all persons, including faculty and staff with respect to hiring, continuation, promotion, and applicants for admission, enrolled students and graduates without discrimination or segregation. The College is interested in candidates who have the communication skills and cross‑cultural abilities to maximize their effectiveness with diverse groups of colleagues, students, faculty, and community members. All employment decisions are made on a non‑discriminatory basis. Dean College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law.

This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in College programs, services, and activities. A pre‑employment background screen is required for all employees.

Dean College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in College programs, services, and activities. A pre‑employment background screen is required for all employees and the College participates in the Federally‑mandated E‑Verify program.

The Assistant Dean of Students, located on the second floor of the Campus Center, telephone 508‑541‑1841, coordinates the college's compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 Act.

The Director of Human Resources on the first floor of Dean Hall, telephone, 508‑541‑1681 coordinates the college’s compliance with titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act and amendments, and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act.