Middlesex Community College Lowell , MA 01850
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About Middlesex Community College:
Middlesex Community College (MCC), established in 1970, provides access to affordable education for a diverse community from all ethnic backgrounds and identities, preparing individuals for success and lifelong learning. We promote academic excellence, provide workforce development opportunities, and empower all learners to become productive and socially responsible members of our local and global communities.
The College provides a broad range of services that are essential to attract, reward, and retain talented faculty and staff. The MCC community promotes a culture of inclusion in which our employees feel supported and empowered to best serve our diverse student population. We are proud to offer our classes on both the Bedford and Lowell campuses, as well as a robust online course offering. MCC is committed to transforming lives as we educate, challenge, and support all students as evident in our strategic plan.
As an Affirmative Action employer, MCC strongly encourages members of underrepresented groups, minorities, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence to apply.
Job Description:
Title: Institutional Safety Officer III
Unit: AFSCME, Unit II
Department: Administration
Reports to: Director of Safety and Campus Operations
Date: January 9, 2024 (Reopened March 6, 2024)
General Summary: The Institutional Safety Officer III is a security professional responsible for helping to keep a peaceful and safe campus environment and is considered essential personnel. This position is responsible for protecting individuals on campus property and maintaining the security of campus buildings, facilities, parking lots, walkways, and grounds of the College. The incumbent in this position will supervise, conduct training, and assign work to contracted security officers, in conjunction with the Director of Safety and Campus Operations, of up to 6-15 contracted security personnel.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Act as first responder to all campus emergencies, medical and criminal, that could potentially be hazardous and/or life-threatening
Enforce campus policies and procedures as may relate to safety and security concerns
Make regular inspection tours of the campus facilities noting unusual occurrences
Watch for trespassers, fire, water leaks, or other circumstances which could lead to loss of or damage to property and equipment
Unlock buildings as scheduled for events and ensure all windows and doors are locked as scheduled
Observe and report hazardous conditions to the Director of Safety and Campus Operations
Ensure inside and outside lights are turned on/off as required and inform the Director of Safety and Campus Operations when any electrical or mechanical system is malfunctioning
Ensure only authorized persons are admitted to the campus while on duty
Direct visitors and assist as necessary
Monitor parking lots and direct traffic and parking as necessary
Enforce campus traffic regulations including parking and speeding
Enforce campus policies including smoking, alcohol usage, and drug usage
Observe weather conditions on campus and report dangerous or unusual weather-related activity to the Director of Safety and Campus Operations
Provide awareness education/information on an informal basis to students and employees as needed/requested
May be required to perform incidental custodial and maintenance duties as requested by facilities (such as turning off a water main)
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements:
Applicants must have at least (A) one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in law enforcement, in a governmental police force, or work involving the protection or security of buildings, equipment, or people as the major duty, or (B) any equivalent combination of the required experience and the substitutions below.
Substitutions: An Associate's or higher degree with a major in police science, law enforcement or criminal justice may be substituted for the required experience.
Customer service and personal communication skills
Computer software used within department to include, but not limited to, Microsoft Office, Excel, and Access skills
Strong written and oral communications and relational skills
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and members of the public
Composing and writing reports, forms, and memos
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
Monitor and train contracted security officers and campus safety officers hired through the criminal justice program
Work independently
Must be accessible for phone communication
Able to mentally analyze situations, solve problems, and make decisions under pressure in area of responsibility
Read and understand written instruction and communicate information and ideas in clear and concise written form
Experience with equity-minded work and/or understanding of individuals of diverse identities such as race, ethnicity, socioeconomic level, sexual orientation, veterans, and individuals with different academic preparation levels and varying physical and learning abilities.
Additional Information:
Salary Range: $46,888.66 is the annual salary for an AFSCME, Unit II, Grade 13 position (Salary rates effective 1/14/2024). Employees of Middlesex Community College are considered employees of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and receive benefits, which include:
High-quality and affordable health insurance through the Commonwealth's Group Insurance Commission (GIC)
Competitive Dental and Vision Plans
Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Assistance programs
Low-cost basic and optional life insurance
Retirement Savings: State Employees' Pension or Optional Retirement Program (ORP) and Deferred Compensation 457(b) plan or 403(b).
12 paid holidays per year and competitive Sick, Vacation, and Personal Time
Tuition Benefits for employees and dependents at state colleges and universities
Short-Term Disability and Extended Illness program participation options
Professional Development and Continuing Education opportunities
Cell Phone Bill Discounts with Verizon and T-Mobile Cell Phone Carriers
Access to the Commonwealth's Mass4You, employee assistance program
Free employee parking on Bedford and Lowell campuses
Eligibility towards Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Location: Lowell campus with occasional travel to Bedford as needed
Hours: 40 hours per week, schedule to be determined upon hire
Expected Start Date: April 2024
Application Deadline: March 27, 2024
Application Instructions:
All applicants must apply online by submitting:
Cover Letter
Resume
Names and contact information for three (3) professional references
Pre-Employment Requirements:
The College will not sponsor applicants for work visas.
Successful applicants will be required to complete a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI/SORI) request.
Middlesex Community College only accepts application materials through our online application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you do not have access to a computer, please contact Human Resources at careers@middlesex.mass.edu.
Middlesex Community College strives to make the application and interview process accessible for all applicants but understands that applicants may still encounter barriers due to ability, language, or technology. If we can make the process any more accessible for you, contact Human Resources at 781-280-3549 or careers@middlesex.mass.edu.
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