Patrol Officer

Patrol Officer IIDuties and responsibilities include police and security work under the direction of a Sergeant or higher-ranking officer. In addition to the traditional role of a police department, the Boston College Police Department carries out a variety of proactive educational, outreach and crime prevention programs. We deliver professional and high-quality services with sensitivity to the unique concerns of the University community.As part of a service-oriented department, patrol officer's responsibilities include but are not limited to:Patrolling the campuses and other assigned areas owned or controlled by Boston College on foot, and/or by various police vehicles and police dispatching;Ensuring compliance with University rules and regulations as well as the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and to protect life and property;Providing crime prevention information, developing partnerships with the community and serving as a proactive resource to the community;Providing building security including locking doors;Investigating and preparing preliminary investigation reports;Enforcing parking and traffic rules and regulating pedestrian movement and behavior;Providing first aid treatment and emergency medical transport to the college community as needed;Exercising police powers by making arrests and assisting in the prosecution of criminal offenses;Officers may work as part of a public safety detail for University and athletic events including events involving work with other law enforcement agencies;Police Officers may also receive training and/or be delegated responsibility for additional work assignments that include Bicycle or Motorcycle Patrol, Investigations, Field Training Officer, Force Options/Defensive Tactics Instructors, Range Instructors, Background Investigator, Training Unit Instructor, Accreditation, and Crime Prevention Officer.Must be at least 21 years old.Must have the ability to maintain composure and perform under stressful conditions and to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.Must be able to work all schedules including nights, weekends, and holidays.Boston College conducts background checks, including education, and verifiesCOVID-19 vaccination and booster as part of the hiring process.RequirementsMust be 21 years or olderAssociates Degree preferably in Criminal Justice or a related fieldU.S. CitizenshipHigh School Diploma or GED equivalentValid Massachusetts Driver's LicenseAbility to obtain Massachusetts Class 'A' Firearms PermitOne or two years related professional experienceStrong interpersonal and communication skillsMust pass background investigation, medical examination, and psychological screeningMust meet Municipal Training Committee fitness standardMust successfully graduate or have graduated (preferred) from a Municipal Police TrainingCommittee (MPTC) approved full time recruit academy, or the Massachusetts Special StatePolice Officers Academy (SSPO classes 1-30 only), or an MPTC approved academy combined with the MPTC Bridge Academy that meets the requirements to be certified under POST-C.Ability to obtain certificationissuedbythe Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission (POST-C),meeting the statutory requirements set forth inChapter253 of the Acts of 2020chapter6Eauthorizing employment to work as police officer in the Commonwealth.Successful completion of a twelve (12) month probationary periodNo person who has been convicted of a felony or of an offense involving Chapter 94C or 209A of the Massachusetts General Laws, or similar violations in other areas, will be considered for police employment.The hiring department will contact only applicants selected for interview.BenefitsBoston College offers a broad and competitive range of benefits depending on your job classification eligibility:Tuition remission for EmployeesTuition remission for Spouses and Children who meet eligibility requirementsGenerous Medical, Dental, and Vision InsuranceLow-Cost Life InsuranceEligibility for both University-Funded 401k and Employer-Sponsored403bRetirement PlansPaid Holidays AnnuallyGenerous Sickand Vacation PayAdditional benefits can be found on https://www.bc.edu/employeehandbookBoston College conducts pre-employment background checks as part of the hiring process.Boston College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected category, including disability and protected veteran status. Boston College's Notice of Nondiscrimination can be viewed at https://www.bc.edu/nondiscrimination.J-18808-Ljbffr