Officer- Public Safety
: Job Details :

Job no:R-000#######Position Title:Officer- Public SafetyFaculty or Staff:StaffFull Time or Part Time:Full timeIn-Person, Hybrid, or Remote:In-PersonMinimum Starting Rate of Pay:$24.40Rate of pay commensurate with experienceStart Date:10/01/2024Job Description:The Public Safety and Service department is seeking a Public Safety Officer that is committed to actively supporting, protecting, and engaging with the Mount Holyoke community by the means of mutual aid, harm reduction, conflict resolution, and other best practices of safety and security. An ideal candidate for this position should strive to provide a safe, welcoming environment that contributes to the success of Mount Holyoke students through a community-based approach. Job Requirements:

• Must have a Massachusetts Police Training Committee certified police academy or a waiver of equivalency for out of state candidates to be POST Certified.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must have a valid driver's license and be credentialed in accordance with college policy.
• Have or be able to obtain a Massachusetts License to Carry Firearms or FID.
• Must have, or be able to obtain, CPR/AED and First Responder certification.
• Completion of required annual in-service training, including MPTC online, MPTC firearms, defensive tactics, and legal updates.
• Successful medical and psychological screening.

Salary range: $24.40 to $27.61What We Offer:Our comprehensive benefits program offers a range of options to you can make choices that work best for you and your family:

• 403(b) Retirement Plan (College contributes 10.5% of salary)
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Disability and Leave Benefits
• Life Insurance (College paid coverage 1x salary)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Benefits (to Mount Holyoke College or others)
• Generous Paid Time Off

Background Checks:Mount Holyoke College is committed to providing a safe and secure environment, supported by qualified employees that will allow all of its students, faculty, staff and those associated with them to successfully carry out the mission of the college. As a condition of employment, the College will conduct appropriate background checks for all new hires. Mount Holyoke has designated the Office of Human Resources as the office responsible for ensuring that background checks (CORI, SORI, Credit History, & Driver Credential) are completed and utilized in the hiring process and Five College Office of Compliance and Risk Management as the office responsible for facilitating background checks as articulated in this policy.Special Instructions for Applicants: Apply online; application materials must include:

• A cover letter summarizing interests and qualifications
• A complete resume or curriculum vitae
• For faculty positions, statements on mentoring, teaching, and research will also be required.