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UMass Memorial Health

Police Officer, 40 Hours, Days

UMass Memorial Health, Worcester, Massachusetts, us, 01609

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Overview

Are you a current UMass Memorial Health caregiver? Apply now through Workday. Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt Schedule Details:

Monday through Friday, Weekends (Saturday and Sunday) Scheduled Hours:

3pm-11pm Shift:

1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America) Hours:

40 Cost Center:

10030 - 5170 Public Safety Union:

UMass Memorial Public Safety Union (Memorial Police) This position may have a signing bonus available; a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process. Everyone Is a Caregiver

Responsibilities

It is the responsibility of a UMass Memorial Police Officer to enforce the policies of the medical center and the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

The police officer will conduct foot and vehicle patrols, perform traffic duties, conduct investigations, promote crime prevention and assist with community service.

The officer will make lawful arrests in accordance with Massachusetts General Laws and provide court testimony when necessary.

Patrol properties owned, leased and occupied by UMass Memorial Health Care to protect persons and property and report findings for appropriate action.

Maintain a sense of safety and security across UMass Memorial Healthcare properties through professional, courteous and ethical service.

Conduct investigations as directed and submit professional and accurate reports; ensure prisoner transport and processing in accordance with departmental policies.

All responsibilities are essential job functions.

Position Qualifications License/Certification/Education:

Equivalent to high school education plus additional specialized courses.

Entry level candidates must attend a full-time police academy authorized by the Massachusetts Municipal Police Training Committee.

Academy trained and entry level officers must obtain certification as a law enforcement officer by the Massachusetts Peace Officer Standards and Training Commission (POST) and through the Massachusetts State Police (SSPO).

First Responder, Driver's License, OCAT and in-service classes required.

Class A license to carry firearms in Massachusetts required.

CPR/First Aid certification within 30 days of hire/transfer into this job as a condition of employment.

Officers must successfully complete the annual firearms training.

Experience/Skills:

Required:

Must have good communication skills and be able to deal with the general public; must be able to work under sometimes-stressful conditions and maintain a calm composure.

Preferred:

Three (3) years of prior law enforcement experience; POST certified, academy trained officers.

Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency may be substituted for the above requirements.

Equal Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

We are committed to respect in all we do. Our Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these standards, you are invited to join our team and help us make respect our standard every day.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

Disability Accommodation If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.

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