Police Officer

Cambridge, MA
Massachusetts Institute of Technology

Salary: $31.78 – 41.75.

Essential Functions:

  • To be responsible for ensuring the safety, security, and well-being of the MIT community.
  • Will collaborate with campus stakeholders to address safety concerns and promote a culture of mutual respect and understanding with students, researchers, faculty, staff, and visitors from around the world.
  • Patrol assigned areas of campus on foot, bicycle, or vehicle to deter and detect criminal activity, respond to emergencies, and provide support during special events, demonstrations, and other campus activities.
  • Conduct initial criminal investigations, gather evidence, and collaborate with local law enforcement agencies as necessary; and participate in ongoing training and professional development.

Requirements:

  • Graduation from fa full-time MA state or municipal police academy or MPTC-approved equivalent training;
  • A high school diploma or its equivalent;
  • A driver’s license;
  • MA Class A License to Carry;
  • Eligibility for appointment as a Massachusetts Special State Police Officer;
  • Massachusetts POST Commission certification or ability to gain POST certification; demonstrated organizational and verbal communication skills; and experience with crisis intervention, conflict resolution, report writing, handling emergency procedures, and community policing principles;
  • Must qualify in the use of firearms.

Preferred Requirements:

  • Two years of law enforcement experience (college/university police department preferred).
  • An associate’s degree or higher in criminal justice or related subject.