POLICE Officer , BUPD University Police

Position Title

POLICE OFFICER I, BUPD University Police

Charles River Campus -->
Security/Police

BOSTON, MA, United States

23

BUPDOFCR
1016

10/16/2023

$33.54

Full-Time/Regular

Boston University is a dynamic and vibrant urban research university in one of the country’s leading centers of innovation. We are a diverse community of students, faculty, staff and visitors from around the U.S. and world on our three unique campuses: the Charles River Campus, the Medical Campus, and the Fenway Campus. BUPD is actively advancing efforts to ensure the department reflects the rich diversity of the City of Boston and to foster an inclusive, equitable environment.

The next patrol officer will have a proven track record of engaging in activities, trainings, and development programs designed to maintain an inclusive workplace. Members of the Boston University Police Department are committed to the safety, security, and support of the 45,000+ community members, comprising students, staff, and faculty from more than 134 countries and cultures. The department is a full‑time, highly trained professional law‑enforcement agency with over 50 sworn officers.

We provide a wide array of services including responding to and investigating criminal activity, crime prevention and awareness, critical incident response and management, personal safety education, and medical assists. All Boston University Police Officers are licensed by the Massachusetts State Police as Special State Police Officers, empowering them to enforce criminal laws on campus and in the immediate environs.

• Graduate of a Full‑Time MA State Police Academy or Full‑Time MPTC Academy or equivalent.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Associate’s or Bachelor's degree preferred. If candidates do not possess a degree, they are strongly encouraged to take advantage of the generous tuition remission benefit offered by Boston University.
• At least 21 years old.
• Eligible for appointment as a Special State Police Officer in accordance with M.G.L. c.22 s. 63.
• Massachusetts Class A License to Carry.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Required to pass all POST Commission background requirements, including psychological exam, drug test, and pre‑employment medical exam.
• Applicants who completed an out-of‑state recruit academy must apply for a permanent exemption through the Massachusetts State Police.
• Demonstrated understanding of community policing within the context of a diverse, urban university community.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Good judgment and independent decision making.

Shift work is subject to collective bargaining agreements between the University and the Boston University Police Patrol Officers Association. Candidates must be able to work all shifts, including holidays and weekends. Some overtime is mandatory, and applicants are expected to understand this.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service, pregnancy or pregnancy‑related condition, or because of marital, parental, or veteran status. We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.