Institution Security Officer III - Cape Cod Community College

Cape Cod Community College; Barnstable (MA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Cod Community College on the Barnstable campus provides public safety services to protect people and property while supporting a welcoming academic environment. This position focuses on passing security checks, responding to incidents, and coordinating with other campus departments.

The ideal candidate will patrol facilities, manage reports, operate CCTV and alarm systems, and assist during emergencies, including weather-related closures.

Qualifications

• One year of full-time or equivalent part-time experience in law enforcement or security, or an associate degree in police science, law enforcement or criminal justice substituted for experience.
• Massachusetts driver’s license in good standing.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to gather information, exercise sound judgment, and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Patrol campus areas on foot or by vehicle and conduct security checks.
• Provide first aid and assist in emergencies; participate in searches.
• Prepare and maintain incident reports and logs.
• Inspect safety equipment (fire extinguishers, alarms) and ensure compliance.
• Respond to inquiries about routes, parking, and campus rules.
• Operate CCTV and alarm systems and coordinate with facilities in emergencies.

Skills

Patrol

Emergency response

Report writing

CCTV operation

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Cape Cod Community College is a place of personal discovery, enrichment, and professional development for those just beginning the quest and for those at many points along the path of higher education throughout life. It is a caring, comprehensive institution that belongs to the people it serves and responds to their individual and community needs. Students attending Cape Cod Community College are striving for personal excellence, and are finding it, day after day. Graduates of the College can be found in all levels of private business, the professions, and public service, and they excel at what they do.

For students seeking to lay a foundation for further study, there is no better place to begin than at Cape Cod Community College. In today's highly competitive market place, the well prepared transfer student is the most aggressively recruited person in higher education. For many Cape Cod Community College graduates, that Associate Degree opens the door to institutions that were just not an option after high school. And, when you consider the savings in the overall cost of a four-year degree at either a public or a private university, starting at Cape Cod Community College becomes an incredible bargain that blends quality with unmatched value.

The students' education is the first priority at Cape Cod Community College. As a learning-centered community, we value the contributions of a diverse population, welcome open inquiry, and promote mutual respect. The College offers a strong educational foundation of critical and creative thinking, communication competency, and a global, multicultural perspective that prepares students for life and work in the 21st century. Our liberal arts, sciences, and career programs provide educational pathways that serve the varied social, economic, and demographic characteristics of our community with a distinctive focus on sustainability. We honor our past, celebrate our present and imagine our future.

Job Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is based on the main campus in Barnstable MA and may be temporarily assigned to any campus or venue owned or controlled by the College. The ideal candidate will join a vibrant educational community and have a desire and ability to serve a population of students with various needs and backgrounds.

A part of the public safety departments responsibility is to ensure and maintain a secure campus environment; provide protection and security of persons, facilities, and property; patrol campus buildings and adjacent areas; conduct surveillance of assigned areas; determine the extent of violations and take appropriate action; take steps to remedy or control emergency situations; prepare and review a variety of information-gathering forms and reports; provide direction and general information to the public; and perform related work as required. This uniformed position is designated an essential employee. In the event campuses are closed or classes are cancelled or both due to adverse weather conditions, designated essential personnel shall be required to work during the duration of the cancellation. This position is subject to mandatory overtime when necessary.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Patrol an assigned area on foot or patrol vehicle; make periodic rounds and security checks of buildings and grounds; conduct surveillance of assigned areas; determine the extent of violations; notify appropriate authorities; and take whatever action is necessary in accordance with authorized procedures.
• Take steps to effectively handle or control emergency situations by administering first aid, summoning assistance, and participating in searches.
• Prepare and maintain general reports, logs and journals, as needed.
• Inspect firefighting and other safety apparatus (e.g., fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems, alarm systems, fire lanes, emergency exits) in accordance with established agency procedures to safeguard the facility's property and the lives of its occupants.
• Respond to inquiries on such matters as travel routes, parking, etc., and provide information concerning pertinent rules and regulations to students and the public.
• Screen persons for identification, purpose of visit, or required authorization; participate in searches for missing persons or property; operate two-way radios and/or base station address systems; lock or unlock doors, gates, etc.; direct or control traffic; raise or lower flags; assess road conditions to determine need for emergency snow removal or sanding; and maintain records.
• Work details providing security for campus events.
• Operate computer aided record management system and a variety of wireless and telecommunication equipment.
• Coordinate the responses to and provide support for field staff in the performance of their duties during emergencies.
• Operate and monitor CCTV equipment, security systems, access control and fire alarm systems, two-way radios, radio-telephone interconnect, base stations, emergency and medical equipment.
• Perform record keeping and other support type services that will require the use of a variety of office equipment including but not limited to computers, copy/fax/ scanning equipment and related.
• Prepare reports on investigations conducted and noteworthy incidents occurring during tours of duty.
• Communicate all important information regarding incidents occurring on tour of duty.
• Cooperate and share information with related agencies.
• Maintain a welcoming demeanor towards the CCCC community, guests, and visitors.
• Respond to 911 calls and assist in emergencies as appropriate.
• Contact facilities management regarding emergency repairs, snow removal, etc.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Applicants must have at least (A) one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in law enforcement, in a governmental police force or in work involving the protection or security of buildings, equipment or people as the major duty, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and an Associate or higher degree with a major in police science, law enforcement or criminal justice may be substituted for the required experience.
• Current Massachusetts driver's license in good standing.
• High School Diploma or the equivalent.
• Ability to gather information through observing and questioning individuals and examining records and documents.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion in handling confidential information.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions and accurately record information provided orally.
• Ability to maintain a calm manner in stressful and emergency situations.
• Ability to understand, apply and explain the rules, regulations, policies, procedures, guidelines, etc. governing operation of the department and operation of the college, to speak clearly and distinctly and to communicate effectively in oral expression.
• Ability to move heavy objects, stand and/or walk for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to work any shift scheduled, including nights, weekends and holidays.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office and email.
• Successful experience interacting with people from various backgrounds.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to monitor and operate CCTV and alarm systems.

ADDITIONAL PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Sensitivity and commitment to the goals of Affimative Action.
• Experience working in a community college or similar environment.
• Demonstrated commitment to working with students in need.
• Completion of ICPS 100/200 certification.
• Previous security or equivalent military experience.

Equivalency Statement

Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are encouraged to upload a separate statement to define precisely how their background and experience haveprepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

Additional Information

COMPENSATION

Full-time, benefited AFSCME Unit Position - Job Grade 13 - Step I with weekly salary of $985.60. Candidates may qualify for placement above entry-level salary if currently employed in the State system.

A copy of full State Classification Specification for Account is available in the Office of Human Resources, or at https://www.mass.edu/foradmin/humanresources/classspecs.asp. Position includes participation in a comprehensive employee benefits program.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

August 30, 2026

Please visit our website at www.capecod.edu for information on Cape Cod Community College.

This appointment is subject to the FY2027budget appropriations.

Appointment subject to SORI (Sex Offender Registry Information), publicly accessible Massachusetts CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and national background checks.

The College cannot consider candidates who do not have unrestricted authorization to workin the United States .

Cape Cod Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunityemployer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity orsexual orientation inits programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes andCollege policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affi...