Sergeant

Job no: R-0000003146 Position Title: Sergeant Faculty or Staff: Staff Full Time or Part Time: Full time In-Person, Hybrid, or Remote: In-Person Minimum Starting Rate of Pay: $39.38 Rate of pay commensurate with experience Start Date: 03/23/2026 Mount Holyoke College's Public Safety and Service Department isseeking a Sergeant to join our team. This is more than just a supervisory role; it is an opportunity to mentor officers, ensurethe safety of our historic campus, and champion the principles ofcommunity policing. As a Sergeant, you are the bridge between departmental leadershipand field operations. You will oversee a shift of dedicatedofficers, ensuring professional excellence and a compassionateresponse to the needs of our students, faculty, and staff. Key Responsibilities: Supervise shift personnel, ensuring accountability and high performance. You will direct the response to campus incidents and manage security for large-scale college events. Patrol campus by vehicle and on foot, responding to medical emergencies, fire alarms, and criminal reports. Act as a problem-solver and mentor for officers, assisting with field training and evaluating the quality of incident reports and investigations. Deeply commit to and implement community-oriented policing strategies that build trust and safety across the campus. Assess emergency situations to request local police/fire backup and ensure all arrests or protective custodies strictly follow state and federal laws. Review criminal incident logs, manage shift staffing levels, and testify at court hearings as required. Required Qualifications: At least three years in law enforcement Proven ability to multitask, manage emergencies, and lead personnel effectively. Strong independent decision-making skills and a dedication to maintaining professional law enforcement standards. Certifications: Massachusetts POSTC Certification. Ability to obtain/maintain Special Police authority (per Massachusetts State Police requirements). Valid Driver’s License and a Massachusetts License to Carry firearms (LTC). CPR and First Responder Certifications (or the ability to obtain shortly after hire). Preferred Qualifications: Law enforcement experience in a higher education environment is strongly preferred Hiring Range: $39.38 - $45.29 What We Offer: 403(b) Retirement Plan (College contributes 10.5% of salary) Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Disability and Leave Benefits Life Insurance (College paid coverage 1x salary) Employee Assistance Program Tuition Benefits (to Mount Holyoke College or others) Generous Paid Time Off Access to Kendall Sports & Dance Complex It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr