Police Officer II (Police Officer, Front-line Patrol) Eligibility List for Anticipated Vacancies

Police Officer II (Police Officer, Front-line Patrol) Eligibility List for Anticipated Vacancies

Please note the following information is required to complete your application for this position : a minimum of one (1) employment history entry, and a minimum of three (3) professional reference entries.

Bridgewater State University is an inclusive community dedicated to the lifelong success of all students, focused on the continuous improvement of its people, and responsible for leading innovation that benefits Southeastern Massachusetts, the commonwealth, and the world.

The Bridgewater State University Police Department is charged with the protection of the lives and property of more than 12,000 Bridgewater State University students, faculty, staff, and visitors on nearly 300 acres of University land and 38 major buildings. Police Department staff work with community members to prevent crime, solve problems, and take proactive steps to make Bridgewater State University as safe as possible.

Position Summary

We are committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome, and included.

Members of underrepresented groups, minorities, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.

Tour of Duty and Schedule : TBD by shift bidding process; subject to change according to departmental needs. Must be available for off-shift overtime, including compulsory callbacks.

Area of Assignment : University Wide – Bridgewater

This is an AFSCME unit position and is subject to the terms of the current AFSCME collective bargaining agreement.

Responsibilities include :

• Patrolling assigned areas to ensure the safety of persons and security of buildings and grounds.
• Protecting against trespass, theft, damage to property, or injury to individuals.
• Exercising police powers in a fair and equitable manner.
• Investigating crimes, explosions, and suspicious fires.
• Assisting the courts or grand juries by serving summonses, warrants, and capiases.
• Enforcing traffic and safety regulations.
• Operating equipment such as two-way radios, laptops, and computers.
• Performing related duties such as cooperating and sharing information with other agencies, and maintaining records on lost-and-found items and criminal records.

Requirements include :

Preferred Qualifications include :

Bridgewater State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities.

EEO Statement : Bridgewater State University is an affirmative action / equal opportunity employer which actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workforce.

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