Campus Police Officer
Campus Police Officer
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$ 52500 - 60500
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Job Description
Job Description
The Stevens Campus Police Officer reports to the Chief of Police of the Stevens Institute of Technology.
The Campus Police Officer shall be responsible for ensuring the safety and security of university properties faculty staff students guests and visitors during their assigned tour of duty. They shall be individually accountable for the post or assignment during their official tour of duty which includes but is not limited to the following:
Preventing and suppressing crime
Protecting life and property
Apprehending and protecting of offenders
Maintaining peace and order
Enforcing federal state & local requirements and university rules policies and procedures
Assisting with the development and improvement of mechanisms to create and enhance relationships with the police department and the university community
Stevens is a residential university community and an employer that operates continuously 24 hours a day. All Campus police officers are considered to be essential services employees. Essential services employees perform jobs that are necessary and required to maintain basic university operations on a 24/7 basis and during scheduled closures or unscheduled suspension of normal operations due to emergencies events or other situations. Essential services employees may be asked and/or required to perform jobs or duties that fall outside of their normal job classification during an emergency event.
The successful candidate upon their appointment shall possess all the powers and authority of a campus police officer as outlined in N.J.S.A. 18A:6-4.2 N.J.S.A. 18A:6-4.5 and N.J.S.A. 18A6-4.7.
Examples of Assignments
Patrol university buildings and grounds as well as adjacent public areas giving special attention to high crime areas conducting criminal investigations and preparing reports.
Make arrests process individuals and testify in court or as part of university investigations and proceedings.
Notify superiors of major crimes and other notable incidents providing directions and general information to guests and visitors and responding to emergency calls such as fires and personal injuries.
Assist in the training of new officers inspecting and maintaining assigned equipment performing tasks necessary to protect the safety and property of the university community participate in public safety-related events and conduct training seminars for students faculty and staff.
Attend all departmental in-service training and training seminars as required by the Chief of Police; be ready willing and able to work additional details outside of the normal schedule as needed. Officers may be subject to recall during emergencies affecting the university community and at other times as needed.
Support law enforcement efforts in Hoboken and the surrounding cities and county as per mutual aid agreements.
Qualifications
21 years of age or older.
United States citizen.
Legal resident of the State of New Jersey.
Able to read write and speak English fluently and intelligently.
In sound physical and mental health sufficient to perform police officer duties.
Of good moral character with no criminal convictions involving moral turpitude.
Capable of operating a law enforcement vehicle in various conditions.
Computer literate and able to operate software programs associated with campus police duties.
Hold a high school diploma or GED required; higher education in a related field preferred.
Attend and successfully complete a bona fide New Jersey Basic Police Academy and be a fully certified police officer or a graduate of an Alternate Route Program as required by the New Jersey Police Training Commission and /or possess a current PTC Certification. Candidate must meet the physical fitness standards required for police academy admission if not currently licensed or certified.
Meet and maintain all requirements necessary for New Jersey police licensing ( Meet and maintain all requirements related to PTC Licensing.
Possess a valid New Jersey drivers license with a good driving record and be capable of operating a law enforcement vehicle during both day and night in emergency situations involving speeds in excess of posted limits in congested traffic and in unsafe road conditions caused by factors such as fog smoke rain ice and snow.
Successfully pass an interview process rigorous background investigation psychological examination and law enforcement drug screening test and receive a commissioning by the Stevens Institute of Technology Board of Trustees.
Successfully qualify with both a handgun and long gun as prescribed by the NJ Police Training Commission.
Preferred Qualifications
Strong law enforcement background community policing oriented excellent problem-solving and interpersonal skills and a desire to assist the community.
Associate or bachelors degree or other higher education in a related field preferred
Current New Jersey Police Officer Certification/License; approval of New Jersey Training Commission for police commission.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job
While performing the duties of this job the employee is frequently required to sit stand walk climb reach talk listen write and read
The employee is occasionally required to run restrain individuals and be exposed to physical conflict
Work environment involves considerable exposure to unusual elements such as extreme temperatures and loud noises
Work environment involves moderate exposure to hazards and physical risks to personal safety
Must be physically fit and able to defend oneself from attack or physical assault
Must have 20-20 or 20-30 vision either naturally or with corrective lenses
Must be able to wear the required uniform including but not limited to a protective vest
Department
Security Sergeant Squad 2Compensation Range
In compliance with the New Jersey Wage Transparency Act the annual base salary range for this position is $52500.00 - $60500.00. This range represents the Universitys good faith estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. Stevens Institute of Technology determines compensation based on factors including the positions scope and responsibilities the candidates experience education skills internal equity market data and organizational considerations. The final salary will be set considering departmental budget qualifications and relevant credentials. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes additional forms of compensation such as incentives stipends or other applicable pay components. For a full overview of our benefits offerings please refer to the Stevens Institute of Technology Benefits Guidebook available at:General Submission Guidelines:
Please submit an online application to be considered a candidate for any job at Stevens. Please attach a cover letter and resume with each application. Other requirements for consideration may depend on the job.
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EEO Statement:
Stevens Institute of Technology is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Accordingly Stevens adheres to an employment policy that prohibits discriminatory practices or harassment against candidates or employees based on legally impermissible factor(s) including but not necessarily limited to race color religion creed sex national origin nationality citizenship status age ancestry marital or domestic partnership or civil union status familial status affectional or sexual orientation gender identity or expression atypical cellular or blood trait genetic information pregnancy or pregnancy-related medical conditions disability or any protected military or veteran status.
Stevens is building a diverse faculty staff and student body and strongly encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Stevens is a federal contractor under the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as well as other federal statutes.
NSF ADVANCE Institution Stevens values diversity and seeks candidates who will contribute to a welcoming and inclusive environment for students faculty and staff of all backgrounds. We are an NSF ADVANCE institution committed to equitable practices and policies and strongly encourage applications from women racial and ethnic minority candidates veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Jeanne Clery Disclosure:
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act) the Department of Public Safety is required to publish an annual security report which includes statistics mandated by the Clery Act. Click here for a copy of this report.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
