Institutional Safety Officer III - Middlesex Community College

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.