Campus Police Officer I North Shore Community College

Job Description:

Campus Police Officer I

Grade 16, AFSCME Unit Position

The college may fill future openings from this posting.

Campus location and entering employee schedule may vary due to AFSCME Unit Contract shift bidding.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

To ensure and maintain a secure campus environment; provide protection and security of persons, facilities, and property; patrol campus buildings and adjacent areas; enforces College and department policy, rules, regulations, and Massachusetts General Laws; provide emergency medical assistance; investigate crimes or other incidents; take appropriate legal action including making arrests when necessary; provide assistance to courts or grand juries in prosecution of cases; and perform related work as required.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

1. Patrols assigned campus buildings and adjacent areas on foot or in a patrol vehicle to ensure the security of buildings and grounds at institutions of higher education or at mental health, mental retardation or public health facilities.
2. Guards against trespass, theft, damage to property or injury to individuals by screening visitors; inspecting rooms, packages and vehicles for explosives, firearms and other contraband; controlling crowds; providing personal protection to individuals as required; conducting surveillance of high-crime areas; searching for missing goods and persons; investigating complaints and reports of suspicious activity; mediating disputes; and inspecting buildings, grounds, fire lanes and emergency exits for compliance with safety standards to ensure campus security.
3. Investigates crimes, explosions and suspicious fires by interviewing witnesses, victims and others; preserves crime scenes and fire sites for examination by experts; and collects physical evidence to aid in locating and apprehending suspects and in preparing cases for prosecution.
4. Investigates traffic accidents on campus by operating breathalyzers and other chemical detection devices to determine liability and by measuring skid marks to determine vehicle speed at the time accidents occurred.
5. Enforces campus traffic and safety regulations by directing traffic; assisting operators of disabled motor vehicles; assisting pedestrians in crossing streets; writing traffic tickets; inspecting licenses, permits and registrations for validity; and arranging for snow removal or sanding to ensure the orderly flow of traffic and prevent accidents.
6. Operates such equipment as two-way radios, teletypes, C.J.I.S. terminals, facsimile transmitters or receivers, base stations, public address systems, emergency medical equipment, office machines, and firearms.
7. Other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

1. Must possess a high school diploma or GED
2. Must possess or have the ability to obtain a Firearm Identification Card under Massachusetts General Law Chapter 140 Section 129B. Possession of a Massachusetts Class A or B License to Carry Firearms is a suitable alternative.
3. Ability to be sworn as a Special State Police Officer in accordance with Massachusetts General Law chapter 22C section 63.
4. Ability to successfully pass the Massachusetts State Police Academy medical examination, pre-screening (which includes physical endurance testing) and successfully complete the Special State Police Recruit Academy as prescribed under MGL chapter 22C sec. 63. (Failure to meet the entrance requirements or to successfully complete the course of training shall result in dismissal or, for lateral appointments within the bargaining unit, return to previously held position in accordance with the AFSCME Agreement.) There is a 24-month contractual commitment following Academy Training.
5. Ability to understand and apply the laws, rules and regulations established by the College, the department, and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
6. Ability to interact with people who are under physical and/or emotional stress.
7. Must possess a current valid Massachusetts class “D” operator’s license or equivalent.
8. Ability to pass a pre-placement physical after an offer of employment has been made.
9. Ability to communicate and give written and oral instructions in a precise, understandable manner.
10. Ability to work accurately with names, numbers, codes, and symbols.
11. Perform arithmetical computations with speed accuracy (addition, subtraction, multiplication, & division).
12. Ability to prepare general reports and maintain accurate records.
13. Gather information through observing and/or questioning individuals.
14. Analyze and determine the applicability of data, to draw conclusions and to make appropriate recommendations.
15. Assemble items of information in accordance with established procedures.
16. Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain a calm manner in stressful and emergency situations, make decisions and act quickly in dangerous or emergency situations.
17. Exercise discretion in handling confidential information.
18. Ability to coordinate the efforts of others in accomplishing assigned work objectives.
19. Available to work flexible hours, including nights and weekends.
20. Have the ability to lift heavy objects or persons and to stand/or walk for prolonged periods of time and work alone at remote locations and in the dark.
21. Successful experience interacting with culturally diverse populations.

The Human Resource Division Classification Specification for this position is available in the Human Resources Department.

Additional Information:

CRIMINAL HISTORY CHECK: Criminal history checks and extensive background investigations are conducted on eligible candidates for Campus Police Officers positions.

SALARY: $709.35 per week, ($36,886.20 per year). An appointment made from outside the bargaining unit (AFSCME) must start at step #1 of the range.

Application Instructions:

Please forward resume and cover letter indicating how your experience matches the qualifications for the position no later than Friday, June 29, 2012

North Shore Community College is an equal opportunity and affirmative active employer. Underrepresented populations are encouraged to apply and to identify themselves. Reasonable accommodation is available to otherwise qualified individuals with disabilities. Employment based on meeting the requirements set forth by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986. All inquires concerning applications of above should be addressed to the College's Affirmative Action / Section 504 / ADA Coordinator.

http://www.northshore.edu/hr/interv...wexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=32876

Is this an up and coming department?

If I even had a clue what all those II and IIIs were, I be down with ya there kid.

Just finished up an interview at the Danvers campus. It's a pretty big campus and a group of well rounded guys .

Best of luck to you Mwiggz.

Thank you sir. I appreciate it

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I'm not sure, they said they hand out parking tickets . They do have an SUV or 2 with blues if that means anything .

It means they have transportation. Unless they have their own roadways, Ch. 90 is a moot point, but anyone who takes a job based on whether or not Ch. 90 is available is a moron and I doubt you're a moron.

Again, best of luck.

Even better... AFSME representation.

If its a State Community College they have chapter 90, but whether they have citation books, and a policy that allows traffic enforcement is another question. Additionally, it sounds like they are unarmed, so traffic might not be ideal.

1. Ability to be sworn as a Special State Police Officer in accordance with Massachusetts General Law chapter 22C section 63.
2. Ability to successfully pass the Massachusetts State Police Academy medical examination, pre-screening (which includes physical endurance testing) and successfully complete the Special State Police Recruit Academy as prescribed under MGL chapter 22C sec. 63. (Failure to meet the entrance requirements or to successfully complete the course of training shall result in dismissal or, for lateral appointments within the bargaining unit, return to previously held position in accordance with the AFSCME Agreement.) There is a 24-month contractual commitment following Academy Training.
3. FUCK SSPO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I had a NSCC PO, in a marked cruiser, slowly drive by me on Rt 1/Ferncroft, Danvers as I was starting to frisk a guy. He must have missed the class on never drive by a LEO without making sure all is well. That was my first encounter & impression of them.

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Well rounded???

Long as they wear hats!

Definately not a good first impression but it's tough to get a read on an entire department from the actions, (or lack there of in your case) of one Officer. Stay safe.

You are of course, correct. Though, I will point this out every time it occurs. This is the one thing that seriously drives me up the wall. No matter what relations are between agencies, a sworn officer always makes sure another sworn officer is safe. The Feds are the worst at it.

I couldn't agree more. Years ago a State Trooper called my station to complain that he had a car stopped and that one of ours had driven by without stopping, despite him having someone out of the car. Knowing full well the guys we had on that night I was infuriated with the accusation because not a single guy on that night (or on my shift ever) would have driven by. I recall that same night seeing a car stop OUTSIDE the fence from where I was. Even though there was little chance of me getting to the Trooper to assist if he did need assistance (the fence) I could at least be there. As I drove forward to where the car stop was taking place, I clearly saw another Trooper had already gone off, so I went back to my hiding spot. This was all in the same night.

Now, bottom line, I have often wondered if he meant ME or someone else, but whereas the location of the stop and the location reported to my dispatcher were similar AND whereas it's not a location where my guys would be (farthest area from any other sector) I've often wondered what was going on and did he somehow see ME behind said fence over a dozen yards away in the dark. But, as I said, another Trooper had gone off already. Hell, I've gone a 1/2 mile out of my way on many occassions when I see a car stop on the other side of the river or whatnot. Every guy on my shift tries to do that unless we have to get to a call (or God forbid, the bathroom in a big hurry) so I can speak for all of US, we respect the code.

There was a time when the locals wouldn't bat an eye at driving by us when we had something going, or stopping, just to say we were wrong to be there, then driving off. We would often say, "I can't wait for the day that guy is getting his ass kicked and I can roll up and say, 'love to help, but it's not my jurisdiction!'" We never would though, no matter how big a jerk the guy might have been. It did help to change some attitudes, I stress SOME.

Could it have been that the NSCC guy saw nothing unusual and figured you were all set (though, granted a frisk indicates otherwise) or could it have been a different department? Could he have been on his way to another matter of concern and COULDN'T stop, but at least checked the situation out, or could it have been this ONE guy was a dick? We all have them, but it shouldn't reflect on our entire departments.

Just wonderingm NOT defending. Perception is not always reality. I'm not doubting you, I'm just throwing other possibilities out there for the sake of argument.

Another good point, great Kiv. It's just a learning point that I like to point out when ever possible (same as with off duty carry & wearing a vest).
Now, back on topic. I would recommend anyone not yet in LE to apply for any LE job. NSCC sounds like a good gig.

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Tough call...I've been given the stink eye for pulling over to check on folks in the past. I think more than a few "institutional" cops have had similar experiences. FWIW though, most campus agencies and the local "real" cops have it worked out well for mutual aid AND respect. Sometimes it's just a crap shoot. You don't want to step on toes or distract the officer from what he/she is doing. I will always stop nearby and hang out cuz it's what I would want anybody to do for me.

Used to work for a private Medical Center in Boston and, when we had a fire alarm at one of the buildings, the BFD always had to back the rig out when leaving. Thus, myself and the BFD guys would go out and stop traffic both ways to allow for the truck to exit. (we were cross sworn as Suffolk Deputies as well so we could coceivably go on the street even thought we always stuck to our property) On more than one occasion, I got some snide comments from a few BPD cars that happened to be going by; such as "Get off my street" etc. I always took it with a grain of salt as maybe they thought I was on a detail or something. With that said, if I saw something or someone that needed help, I always at least made sure I was in the area. Most times, a simple head nod or thumbs up and I was on my way.........

How about wrought iron? We've had a few vehicles go through and there was more than a few scratches. I watched a small Asian man crawl out of his back window one morning and then stand there as if nothing had happened as the car lay on it's roof.

I've done that on numerous occassions as well for the very reasons you cite and on a couple of occassions (ONLY A COUPLE) I've had guys bitch that I was just there for the show. "Oh, what you want to sit and watch?" Crap shoot is exactly right but I'll take the criticism like a man knowing I'm obviously more concerned with that clown's safety than he is.

There was a spot not too far away where I could have wriggled underneath (Yeah, even ME!) so I had that (and always DO) in mind.