Police Officer - Boston, United States - Wentworth Institute of Technology
Description
Police Officer
locations
Boston, MA, US
time type
Full time
job requisition id
JR893
Job Description
Wentworth Institute of Technology is seeking applicants interested in joining the Wentworth community as a Police Officer.
The Wentworth Institute of Technology Police Department will support and emulate the mission, core values, and goals of Wentworth by providing a safe campus for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. These services are provided with the highest standards of inclusivity, transparency and accountability.
The Wentworth Institute of Technology police officer is expected to support the Wentworth community by following the organization's and department's values and polices. The Wentworth Institute of Technology police officer will provide a full range of law enforcement and security services. This position will investigate calls, complaints, and suspicious activity and incidents, will enforce laws, maintain order, assist people, identify criminal activity, apprehend offenders, identify the source of problems in the Wentworth community, and work with other law enforcement agencies to resolve issues. The police officer will support the department's mission by respecting the rights and dignity of all individuals while completing the functions of their job.
This position will work both independently and cooperatively to provide pro-active police protection and crime prevention consistent with community policing standards. This position will ensure the safety of the Wentworth community in an orderly, efficient, and professional manner. It is expected that the officer will conduct investigations of issues and crimes which lead to identification, apprehension, and prosecution of offenders.
Minimum Education Required: High school diploma or GED
Preferred Education: Bachelor's degree
Minimum Work Experience Required: 0 - 2 years
Preferred Work Experience: 3 - 5 years
Minimum Work Experience Required: No experience required
Preferred Work Experience: Graduate of a Full-Time MA State Police Academy or Full-Time MPTC Academy or equivalent
Minimum Knowledge Required: Specialized knowledge not required.
Preferred Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of theories, concepts and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations.
Advertised Minimum Qualifications
Eligible to attend a Municipal Police Academy Training (MPTC) Full-Time Police Academy. Those that possess a Reserve/ Intermittent Academy certification will be required to attend an MPTC Full-Time Academy.
License to carry a firearm in Massachusetts.
Must successfully pass a comprehensive background assessment that includes criminal history, driving record, medical examination, psychological evaluation, drug screening, and an inclusive appraisal of work history.
This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check and possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license in their state of residence. Offers of employment are contingent upon meeting all minimum qualifications including the motor vehicle check requirement.
Advertised Preferred Qualifications: Graduate of a Full-Time MPTC or Massachusetts State Police Academy.
Essential Functions:
Enforces criminal laws, policies, rules, and regulations in a fair, consistent, and equitable manner. Contacts the public in a responsive, non-escalatory manner when warning, citing, or arresting persons for violations of the law. Exercises considerable judgment and resourcefulness in the investigation and arrest of criminals, and while maintaining law and order during times of emergency.
Performs varied duties involving the patrol of assigned areas, buildings, streets, and grounds, to provide increased protection of life and property. Patrols street and grounds within assigned areas on foot, bicycle, or vehicle to deter violations and crimes. Responds to emergency calls and asks for assistance in situations including, but not limited to, fire alarms, intrusion/panic alarms, and accidents. Conducts investigations of assigned cases and cites or arrests when laws have been violated. Investigates all complaints of criminal acts reported by the public or assigned by a superior. Directs activities in accidents and disaster areas, renders first aid, and restores traffic flow. Assists other law enforcement officers with warrants, apprehending criminals, crowd management, and other general law enforcement work. Guards and protects university property.
Inclusive Excellence at Wentworth:
Wentworth Institute of Technology is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all University programs and activities. The University does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status or any other category protected by law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration.