University Police Officer

Worcester, MA
Clark University

Salary: $27.00 – $38.42 per hour.

Position Summary:

Under direction of the Police Sergeants, this position performs a variety of sworn law enforcement activities for the Town of Clarkdale. Essential to this role is patrolling the Town of Clarkdale in the prevention of crime and the enforcement of law and order, conducting preliminary investigations, and carrying out special assignments in the field of policing. This position also understands public trust and models the highest standards of personal and professional integrity expected of those working in public service.

Essential Functions:

  • Participates in the implementation of goals, objectives, priorities, policies and procedures of the Town of Clarkdale and the Clarkdale Police Department.
  • Conducts or assists in the investigation and filing cases of criminal law violations, traffic accidents and other crimes by obtaining evidence and compiling information regarding these crimes, arresting persons related to crimes, preparing cases for filing of charges, protecting and preserving crime scenes, collecting physical evidence, photographing and/or sketching crime scenes and accidents, testifying in court, and other related activities.
  • Apprehends suspects, makes arrests, issues citations, identifies witnesses, conducts preliminary investigations, and re-establishes law and order at scenes.
  • Interviews and/or counsels parties involved in incidents, prepares documentation and reports of activities performed and information gathered, conducts follow-up on cases.
  • Offers information and direction to the public, discusses issues with citizens to follow up and ensure any concerns are properly addressed.
  • May transport prisoners to/from jail and/or court.
  • May serve as School Resource Officer, training instructor, field training officer, special response team member, crisis negotiator and/or other specialty roles as assigned.
  • Compiles, prepares and delivers clear, accurate, and comprehensive written and/or oral reports.
  • Actively participates in crime prevention, community relations, and department community policing programs, including acting as a liaison to residents in assigned Neighborhood Patrol Officer Program.
  • Meets and interacts professionally with Police Department coworkers, other law enforcement agencies, Town administration and staff, public and private officials, governmental agencies, and citizens served.
  • Displays proper, ongoing use and care for firearms, patrol vehicles and other equipment.
  • Maintains range qualifications and related law enforcement skills.
  • Participates in department-mandated biannual physical fitness testing.
  • Maintains an acceptable level of availability for work.
  • Performs duties with minimal supervision.
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Requirements:

  • Must possess a valid drivers’ license (with the ability to transfer an out-of-state license to Arizona immediately) and maintain an excellent driving record.
  • Must successfully pass an oral board, polygraph, drug screening and full background check as well as AZPOST driving and physical agility tests and medical examination.
  • Must possess and maintain Level B Terminal Operator Certification by the Department of Public Safety or be able to obtain certification within 90 days of hire.
  • Must complete online training and testing with National Incident Management System (NIMS) through the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) within six (6) months of hire and maintain current/ongoing certification.