FT Entry Level Officer

Job Description

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More Than a Badge – Build Your Career at BHCC PD!

The Bunker Hill Community College Police Department (BHCC PD) is seeking applicants committed to upholding integrity, professionalism, and compassion. The BHCC PD has achieved Full Accreditation from the Massachusetts Police Accreditation Commission, reflecting our commitment to excellence and continuous improvement. Our department values teamwork and expects officers to act as role models and leaders in all they do.

This is more than just a job; it’s an opportunity to make a lasting impact in a diverse and dynamic community. Apply today and become part of a team that embodies excellence in campus safety!

The Bunker Hill Community College PD is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Minimum Requirements

• Age: Be at least 21 years of age upon submission of application. There is no maximum age.
• SSPO Certification: Must be eligible for appointment as a Special State Police Officer under MGL 22C, Sec. 63.
• Education: Must have a High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent. Associate or Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Valid ID/License: Must have a Valid Massachusetts Class 3 Motor Vehicle Operators license before appointment.
• Non-Smoker: Must be a non-smoker of tobacco products under M.G.L. Chapter 41, Section 101A, and remain a non-smoker.
• Background: Must pass an extensive background investigation, CORI and SORI check that is conducted.
• Physical & Medical: Must undergo and successfully pass a police entry level physical and psychological exam.
• Character: No person who has been convicted of a felony shall be appointed as a police officer.
• Entry Exam: Must pass the getbadged entry exam with a 70% or above.
  
  

Additional Qualifications

Additional Qualifications

Additional Qualifications For Eligibility

• Additional Certifications: First Aid/CPR/AED Certified or ability to become certified upon employment.
• Physical Fitness Test: Successfully pass the physical fitness test at the 30th percentile of the Cooper Aerobics Institute’s standards, as required by the Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC) for entry into the full-time MPTC Police Academy, as outlined below:
  
  

MPTC Academy Fitness Standards, Updated May 2023

MPTC Health & Wellness Preparation Guide

• Full-Time MPTC Academy: Must successfully complete the full-time MPTC Police Academy.
• Shift Schedule: Must have the ability to work Monday through Friday, 2pm to 10pm.
• Teamwork: Ability to work in partnership with a diverse faculty, staff, and student population.
• Professional Skills: Excellent communication and organizational skills and attention to details are essential.
  
  

Preference may be given to candidates who are already academy-trained police officers and hold Massachusetts POST certification.

Duties of a BHCC PD Officer

Perform the duties of a BHCC Police Officer, including but not limited to:

• Patrols campus buildings and adjacent areas
• Investigates crimes or other incidents, restraining or arresting suspects when necessary.
• Provides assistance to courts in prosecution of cases, performs related work as required to ensure and maintain a secure campus environment.
• Responds to disturbances and emergencies as needed.
• Create a safe and welcoming campus to staff, students, faculty, and visitors.
  
  

Salary & Compensation

Salary & Compensation

Salary - Grade 17, Step 1

• Weekly: $2,405.69 (pre-academy, paid bi-weekly)
• Annually: $62,547.94 (pre-academy)
• Upon completion of an MPTC approved academy, the step increases for additional compensation (Grade 17, Step 8):
• Weekly: $2,956.29 (paid bi-weekly)
• Annually: $76,863.54
  

Compensation

• This position is eligible for state benefits, including but not limited to:
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Other benefits offered to state employees
  

Hiring Process

No applicant will pass to the next step without successfully completing the previous step. Any candidate who fails a step in the process will be given every opportunity to rectify problems/failures directly and, if successful, to continue to the next step of the screening process. Applications for any position are not rejected because of minor omissions or deficiencies that can be corrected prior to the testing or interview process.

• Application Submitted.
• Candidates who meet the eligibility requirements and are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be required to complete an agency-specific BHCC PD application.
• PAT - Physical Agility Test (Cooper Standards).
• First Round Interview (May be in-person or virtual).
• Hiring Committee with standardized questions for all first-round candidates.
• Second Round Interview (In-Person).
• Occurs with Chief of Police. Questions are not standardized.
• Writing Sample may be requested at this phase.
• In-depth Background Check.
• 10-14 days given to complete.
• Meeting with member of the Detective Division upon completion.
• POST Questionnaire completed with Detective Captain.
• May be required to complete a Psychological Evaluation.
• To be completed by Department recommended qualified psychologist.
• May be required to complete a Medical Evaluation.
• To be completed by a Department recommended qualified medical professional.
• Conditional Offer of Employment.