Campus Police Officer

Mass Bay Community College

Campus Police Officer I

Framingham, MA, United States

The police officers of the Mass Bay Department of Public Safety are armed law enforcement professionals. The ideal candidate will join a vibrant educational community, serve a population of students with various needs and backgrounds, patrolling campuses and buildings, assisting the college community proactively, providing a police presence, conducting investigations, and acting to achieve crime prevention and community safety.

• Patrol buildings and grounds on foot or in a patrol vehicle to ensure security and guard against trespassing, theft, damage, fire, and injury.
• Enforce state laws and institution rules; restrain or arrest suspects when necessary.
• Aid courts in the prosecution of cases.
• Enforce campus traffic and safety regulations.
• Investigate crimes, traffic accidents and other matters; identify responsible individuals; apprehend offenders and participate in court proceedings when appropriate.
• Protect state and federal constitutional guarantees.
• Facilitate the movement of people and activities.
• Identify serious problems to the campus and law enforcement.
• Create and maintain a feeling of security in the community.
• Promote and preserve civil order.
• Provide other emergency services.
• Perform duties as required by the Chief of Police or designee.
• Perform all duties in conformance with policies and procedures in departmental manuals.
• Other duties as assigned within the Campus Police Officer classification.

• Eligible for certification as a police officer by POST-C after satisfying all requirements.
• Successfully satisfy all MPTC prescreening, physical fitness, and endurance tests.
• Successfully complete or be eligible for an official MPTC exemption to an approved basic police training academy.
• U.S. citizen, at least 21 years old at the start of training.
• High school diploma or equivalent (HiSET/GED).
• Pass a pre‑employment medical exam.
• Pass an extensive background investigation and CORI check; no felony convictions; no certain misdemeanor convictions.
• Acknowledge mandated duties as a Responsible Employee (RE) under Title IX and as a Campus Security Authority (CSA).
• Successfully complete a psychological exam and be declared fit for duty.
• Obtain and maintain a MA license to carry (LTC‑A).
• Possess a current and valid Massachusetts Class D motor vehicle driver’s license.
• Pass a drug and/or alcohol test.

• Sensitivity and commitment to affirmative action goals.
• Experience working in a community college or similar environment.
• Commitment to working with students in need.
• Graduated from an approved MPTC full‑time police academy or equivalent training.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in criminal justice.
• Previous law enforcement, security, or equivalent military experience.
• Current CPR and First Responder certifications.
• Bilingual.

Salary Range: AFSCME Unit II, Grade 16, Step 7, $68,874.04 annually. Appointments from outside the bargaining unit begin at Step 1 of the range.

As a Massachusetts State Employee, you receive an outstanding benefits suite.

• Array of health insurance plans.
• Affordable dental and vision insurance discount program.
• 12 paid state/federal holidays.
• Generous sick, vacation, and personal time.
• Telework option depending on role/department.
• Flexible Spending Plans.
• Low‑cost basic and optional life insurance.
• Defined Benefit Pension Plan.
• Deferred Compensation plans (457(b), 403(b)).
• Tuition benefits for employees and dependents.
• Free Employee Assistance Program.
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Free gym and parking on campus.

See the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Human Resources Division Classification Specification: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Source of Funding:
State Appropriation. Deadline:
August 26, 2025 or until filled.

To apply, submit a letter of interest and resume through the online application. Final candidates must provide sealed transcripts and official certifications and are subject to successful CORI clearance.

Massachusetts Bay Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions, gender identity, sex characteristics, sex stereotypes or sexual orientation. The College prohibits sex‑based harassment. For inquiries or complaints regarding discrimination, harassment, or retaliation, contact the College’s affirmative action officer or Title IX coordinator (Lisa Mac Donald, lmacdonald, (781) 239‑3147), the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission, or the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights.