Sergeant; Campus Police Officer III-Public Safety Department

Position Title:

Sergeant (Campus Police Officer III) – Public Safety Department – Bunker Hill Community College

Location:

Boston, MA

• Supervise, including planning and assigning work according to job requirements.
• In-depth knowledge of police procedures, crime scene operations, fire prevention methods, and fire hazards.
• Plan, schedule and run departmental trainings, including MPTC approved in-service and required trainings; develop lesson plans that meet training objectives of the department and the college in accordance with MPTC and POST commission.
• Maintain all training records for all department personnel.
• Oversee a field training program for newly hired officers.
• Conduct daily roll calls, inspect the daily log, personnel, cruisers and equipment, and address any issues, situations or complaints.
• Motivate subordinates, determine the need for disciplinary action and make referrals.
• Maintain student discipline.
• Walk long hours alone, indoors and out, under varying climate conditions.
• Exercise sound judgment; maintain a calm manner in stressful situations; make decisions and act quickly in emergency/dangerous situations.
• Ensure calls for service are handled promptly and efficiently; personally handle calls if backlogged.
• Provide effective oral and written instructions; prepare written reports of investigation; maintain accurate records.
• Review reports and provide necessary feedback to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Apprehend lawbreakers and follow cases through to prosecution.
• Work harmoniously with college staff, students and the public.
• Assist the department Staff Associate with scheduling details.
• Execute the RAVE emergency alerts when necessary under stressful conditions.
• Maintain a working knowledge of Clery Compliance.
• Serve as backup Court Officer and liaison with other law enforcement agencies.
• Serve as department representative and participate actively as part of the Emergency Management of the department.
• Actively participate in the Accreditation process to include policy review and implementation.
• Provide feedback to the Captain and Deputy Chief regarding officers under command.
• Pass a check conducted by the Criminal History Systems Board (CORI check).
• Have working knowledge of the law of arrest and criminal procedure in lower courts.
• Have working knowledge of the rules and regulations pertaining to the buildings and grounds of a state educational institution.
• Perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Completed an approved Police Academy and eligible to be appointed as a Special State Police Officer; achieved and maintain POST Certification.
• Possession of a current, valid operator's license.
• CPR/First-Aid/AED Certified or ability to become certified.
• At least three years of full-time (or equivalent part-time) experience in a governmental police force or law‑enforcement work, with at least one year in a supervisory capacity (experience as a Field Training Officer or OIC will be considered).
• Or any equivalent combination of required experience and substitutions below.

• An Associate's degree in police science, law enforcement or criminal justice may substitute for a maximum of one year of required experience.
• A Bachelor's degree or higher in police science, law enforcement or criminal justice may substitute for a maximum of two years of required experience.
• Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of requirements actually completed.

• Certified MPTC Instructor in at least one major discipline (e.g., firearms, DT, Active Shooter, CPR, etc.).
• Experience in a higher education environment.
• Bachelor's degree or higher with a major in police science, law enforcement or criminal justice.

Salary: $83,513.30 - $96,032.30 (Grade 19 Step 8 - Step 14)

Closing Date: March 5, 2026

Applicants who do not meet the qualifications are encouraged to submit in writing how their background and experience prepare them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for this position.

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