Campus Police Officer I-Eligibility List for Anticipated Vacancies

Minimum Entrance Requirements and Qualifications:

1. Be eligible to be warranted as a Massachusetts Special State Police Officer (SSPO) as defined by the Colonel of the State Police and MGL Ch. 22C Sec. 63.
   • Successfully pass the Massachusetts State Police Academy medical examination, pre-screening (which includes physical endurance testing or HRD Physical Abilities Test- PAT) and successfully complete the Special State Police Officers Recruit Academy or Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC) approved basic police training academy. Failure to meet the entrance requirements or to successfully complete the course of training shall result in dismissal or, for lateral appointment within the bargaining unit, return to previously held position in accordance with the AFSCME Agreement.
     • The candidate must be a U.S. citizen and at least 21 years old on the day the training academy begins
     • The candidate must possess a high school diploma or have passed the High School Equivalency Testing Program (HiSET), formally known as the GED
     • The candidate must successfully complete an entry-level academy operated by or approved by the Massachusetts State Police or the Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC)
2. Ability to pass a pre-employment medical exam.
3. Ability to pass an extensive background investigation and CORI Check. No person, who has been convicted of a felony or any offense punishable under M.G.L. Chapter 94C (drug law violations); or has been convicted of a misdemeanor and has been confined to any jail or house of correction as punishment for said crime, M.G.L. Chapter 22 C section 14, will be considered for employment.
4. Must be able to successfully complete a psychological exam.
5. Ability to obtain and maintain a MA License to Carry (LTC-A) license.
6. Possession of a current and valid Massachusetts Class D motor vehicle operator's license.
7. Ability to pass a drug and/or alcohol test.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Graduates from an SSPO or full-time equivalent police academy or have equivalent training that meets the requirements to obtain SSPO powers.
2. Associate or bachelor’s degree in criminal justice
3. Previous law enforcement, security, or equivalent military experience
4. Possession of current CPR and First Responder certifications
5. Bilingual

Working Conditions:

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodation information or requests please email eo-hr@salemstate.edu.

Campus Police Officers work under exposure to injury resulting from dangerous weapons, physical and verbal abuse and adverse weather conditions; may carry firearms; may operate motor vehicles at high speed for pursuit or emergency response purposes; work with people under physical and/or emotional stress; work alone in isolated or high-crime areas; walk and stand for prolonged periods of time; lift and carry heavy objects or people; may travel for job related purposes; and may be required to furnish private transportation for job-related travel for which mileage is reimbursed.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please apply online. Resume and cover letter are not required but are appreciated.

Employment is contingent upon a completed background and CORI check satisfactory to the university. Internal candidates are not subject to background check. 

Additional Information:

Failure to meet the entrance requirements or to successfully complete the course of training shall result in dismissal. Candidates must understand that there is a contractual commitment following academy training, once completed - per Appendix O of the AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreement.

EEO Statement:

Salem State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Persons of color, women and persons with disabilities are strongly urged to apply.