FullTime Police Officers

Campus Police Officer I

The Department of Public Safety/Campus Police at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts (MCLA) invites applications for a Campus Police Officer I. This Officer will also ensure the safety, security and well-being of the College community through: investigating crimes and other incidents; providing assistance to courts in prosecution cases; Eligibility for appointment as a Massachusetts Special State Police Officer under Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 22C, Section 63 and must obtain Special State Police Powers from the Massachusetts State Police

Must have graduated from a Massachusetts Special State Police Officer (SSPO) Academy OR Must have graduated from the Massachusetts Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC) full-time Police Academy or other full-time reciprocal Police Academy

If the candidate is not Police Academy trained, that candidate must be physically fit and able to successfully complete a full-time MPTC or SSPO training academy, to include all perquisites (which includes physical endurance testing)

Must be able to pass the following pre-employment examinations: fit-for-duty physical and psychological assessments under the auspices of the Campus Police Department, as well as a thorough background check to include Criminal Offender Records Information

Must have a criminal history free of ANY felony convictions

Must have or be able to obtain and retain a Massachusetts license to carry a firearm

while wearing issued and approved equipment (duty belt, protective body armor etc.)

Must be able to work with diverse populations and have the ability to deal with young adults, faculty, and staff in a multicultural, multiracial environment

Ability to obtain a CPR/First Responder certification and training in the operation of Automated External Defibrillator

Ability to successfully complete initial and annual firearms qualification training

Ability to successfully complete annual in-service training requirements

Computer literacy in the department's law enforcement technology preferred, including: word processing, LEAPS, ID equipment, various alarm systems/computers, and other security-related software

Ability to obtain certification as a Law Enforcement Administration System Computer Operator

Ability to complete Incident Command System training

A basic knowledge and understanding of police procedures and how those procedures are adapted to an educational community, preferred

Ability to work varied work schedules and shifts based on assignment and the needs of the Department/College

Must successfully complete the required Field Training Officer Program

The shift for this position is Midnight-8am Sunday-Monday and Thursday-Saturday with Tuesday and Wednesday off.

This is a full-time, benefit-eligible, (Grade 16, Step 1) position in the AFSCME bargaining union. Weekend and shift differential eligible.

Preference may be given to applicants who have graduated from a full-time Massachusetts Police Academy.

Health Insurance: MCLA offers a variety of HMO, POS, and PPO-type health insurance plans for eligible employees. Exceptions to employees hired on the 1st of the month, coverage is effective immediately.

Retirement: The MA State Employee Retirement System provides eligible employees with a retirement pension following a 10-year vesting period. In lieu of the retirement pension, eligible employees may select the Optional Retirement Plan with a maximum 5% employer matching contribution.

Eligible employees, including spouses and dependent children, receive reduced tuition at MA state colleges, community colleges, and universities.

Paid Time Off: Employees receive 12 paid holidays and generous vacation, personal, and sick leave benefits.

Until further notice, in response to the Presidential proclamation, issued on September 19, 2025, imposing a significant fee on the entry of individuals with new H-1B visas, this position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. Should you need to request a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please email Brenda Stokes, Executive Director of Human Resources.

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts is deeply committed to fostering a community of excellence, equity, diversity, and inclusion. We provide equal access to educational, co-curricular and employment opportunities for all applicants, students, and employees regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, marital or parental status, veteran status, or membership in any other legally protected class. Inquiries about Title IX, Equal Opportunity, or ADA/504 and other non-discrimination policies may be directed to MCLA's Interim Title IX and Equal Opportunity Coordinator, to the Assistant Secretary of the Department of Education Office for Civil Rights, or both.