Police Officer

Introduction

Babson College is a world‑class business school, empowering entrepreneurial leaders to create great economic & social value. It's an exciting launch pad for anyone who wants to make a real impact in higher education. We provide everything you need to achieve your goals, including learning opportunities, outstanding benefits, rich rewards, wellness programs, and a genuine dedication to creating a diverse, multicultural & inclusive community.

Generally working under the supervision of a Police Sergeant, the Police Officer patrols the college campus to ensure protection and safety of the campus community, buildings, and property.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Appointees to the Police Sergeant of Public Safety position must successfully complete a one-year probationary period. Permanent and continuing appointment is contingent upon successful completion of such training programs as designated by the Chief of Police or their designee.

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Appointees must be in good mental and physical condition, and are subject to psychological evaluations and drug testing, and fitness for duty examinations as may from time to time be prescribed by the Chief of Police or their designee.

This is a non‑exempt position with an hourly rate of $36.08; the role is also eligible for bonuses based on performance and budget.

Babson College offers a comprehensive benefits package for full‑time employees working at least 28 hours per week.

• Insurance Coverage:
  Medical, dental, vision, group life and long‑term disability insurance, business travel accident insurance, and mental health benefits.
• Time Off:
  Starting at 2 weeks of vacation annually, 2 weeks of sick time, 1 week of paid family illness time, 6 weeks of paid parental leave, and 12 paid holidays per year. President’s holidays are determined each year.
• Retirement:
  Participation in a 403(b) retirement plan with mandatory employee contributions and a 4:1 employer match.
• Additional Benefits:
  Wellbeing programs, virtual fitness platform, and employee assistance program.

• Maintains total familiarity with all applicable laws and the policies and procedures of the Public Safety Department and with the rules and regulations of Babson College.
• Responsible for the enforcement and compliance with the General Laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and the policies, procedures and regulations of Babson College, consistent with the interests of protecting the lives, safety and property of the students, faculty, staff and visitors of Babson College.
• Makes every effort to prevent theft, vandalism, trespass, and other criminal and policy violations and will investigate and document all reports according to established Public Safety Department policies and procedures.
• Actively involved in Community Engagement by providing a variety of services along with offering assistance and being a resource for members of the Babson College Community.
• Responsible for other duties such as traffic and parking enforcement, foot and mobile patrols and escorts, desk communications and dispatching, providing a safe and secure environment at special events on campus, and response to routine service and emergency calls.
• Provides testimony at criminal court proceedings and/or participates in the Babson College’s Office of Community Standards internal process.
• May be responsible for the training of other Public Safety personnel as necessary.
• Assists additional assignments and responsibilities as required.

YOUR TEAM WILL INCLUDE

Generally will be working under the supervision of a Sergeant or higher‑ranking member of the Police Department but may be called upon to supervise personnel of equal or lower rank.

WHAT EDUCATION AND SKILLS YOU WILL NEED

• Associate Degree preferred; other degrees acceptable with equivalent experience determined by the Chief of Police or their designee in partnership with Human Resources.
• Graduate of a full‑time police academy certified by the Massachusetts Police Training Council; or a Special State Police Officer Academy offered by the Massachusetts State Police or an approved Part‑Time Intermittent Academy and successful completion of…