Connecticut Department of Administrative Services
Police Officer(SOUTHERN CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY)
Connecticut Department of Administrative Services, New Haven, Connecticut, us, 06540
Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU) invites applications for full‑time Police Officer positions to serve campus and local communities in New Haven, CT.
Position details Location: New Haven, CT Title: Police Officer Compensation: $67,519.00 – $84,153.00 per year (individuals new to state service start at the minimum pay plan) Employment type: Full‑time, Open to the Public Recruitment #: 251028-9035PS-CR Posted: 10/31/2025
Responsibilities
Provides crowd control at events and activities
Monitors designated areas to ensure physical security and authorized access, preventing theft, trespass, vandalism or violations of state statutes or regulations
Gives directions and routine information to the public
Participates in evacuation activities in the event of fire, bomb threat or other potential disasters
Operates firefighting apparatus if needed
Conducts cruiser or foot patrols as required
Conducts bicycle patrols when weather permits
Protection Duties
Provides traffic and/or crowd control
Assesses need for further assistance and arranges timely and appropriate action
May gather background information and provide threat assessments for high‑risk locations and safety of persons or property, including biological or physical threats
May respond to emergencies and provide CPR or first aid to injured parties
May transport or escort couriers, currency, prisoners or persons absent without leave (AWOL)
May assist in the search for escaped patients or inmates
May assist State Police in investigations of major criminal acts
Might be required to maintain building security and perform patrol duties during heightened alert levels under Homeland Security procedures
Enforcement Duties
Directs traffic and enforces motor vehicle and parking regulations
Initiates and conducts criminal investigations of violations, suspicious activities or reported incidents within jurisdiction
Conducts on‑site investigations, questions witnesses, arrests individuals at the scene and issues summonses
Administration Duties
Records information and processes paperwork related to arrests and activity reports
Arranges surety and non‑surety bond payments or written promises to appear (WPA)
Serves court testimony as required
Conducts special programs, projects and services as required
Processes arrested individuals, including determining charges, fingerprinting, photographing, initiating NCIC checks, searching, removing and inventorying personal belongings and transporting arrested persons to lock‑up
May conduct safety training, certification and/or recertification courses; may perform minor equipment repairs; may make public presentations on crime prevention and safety; may serve as dispatcher
Performs related duties as required
Minimum Qualifications – General Experience
Certification as a law‑enforcement officer in Connecticut pursuant to the Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council regulations
Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States by date of appointment
Candidates for this class subject to selection standards pursuant to section 7‑294‑a‑e of the Connecticut General Statutes and the regulations of the Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council
Must possess and maintain authority from the Commissioner of Emergency Services and Public Protection to arrest and present any person for any offense within precinct (Connecticut General Statutes 29‑18 and/or 10a‑142)
Must possess and maintain certification as a law‑enforcement officer in Connecticut (Section 7‑294‑a‑e of the Connecticut General Statutes and the regulations of the Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council)
Must possess and maintain a valid motor‑vehicle operator’s license
Incumbents may be required to obtain and retain EMT certification and be qualified to bear arms; may be required to travel and maintain a 24‑hour on‑call schedule
Special Requirements
Must have law‑enforcement certification status – temporary employment may be available pending re‑certification
Must possess and maintain emergency medical technician (EMT) certification
Must be eligible and qualified to bear arms
Must possess and maintain a valid motor‑vehicle operator’s license
Must be willing to accept assignments or transfers to any region of the state and be flexible to work a flexible schedule
Physical Requirements
General good health, free from any disease or injury that would impair usefulness; sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, endurance, and visual and auditory acuity required to perform job functions
Comprehensive medical examination (including controlled‑substance screening) required upon conditional offer
Must pass a swim test: 100 yards within 4 minutes
Additional Training and Certifications
Must obtain and retain Standard First Aid, CPR certificate and participate in any job‑related training sessions
Must maintain standard first‑aid and CPR certifications in accordance with agency requirements
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The State of Connecticut is an equal‑opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
Employment facts, compensation, and responsibilities are based on the current state’s policy for lawful employment and the agreed classification of duties.
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Position details Location: New Haven, CT Title: Police Officer Compensation: $67,519.00 – $84,153.00 per year (individuals new to state service start at the minimum pay plan) Employment type: Full‑time, Open to the Public Recruitment #: 251028-9035PS-CR Posted: 10/31/2025
Responsibilities
Provides crowd control at events and activities
Monitors designated areas to ensure physical security and authorized access, preventing theft, trespass, vandalism or violations of state statutes or regulations
Gives directions and routine information to the public
Participates in evacuation activities in the event of fire, bomb threat or other potential disasters
Operates firefighting apparatus if needed
Conducts cruiser or foot patrols as required
Conducts bicycle patrols when weather permits
Protection Duties
Provides traffic and/or crowd control
Assesses need for further assistance and arranges timely and appropriate action
May gather background information and provide threat assessments for high‑risk locations and safety of persons or property, including biological or physical threats
May respond to emergencies and provide CPR or first aid to injured parties
May transport or escort couriers, currency, prisoners or persons absent without leave (AWOL)
May assist in the search for escaped patients or inmates
May assist State Police in investigations of major criminal acts
Might be required to maintain building security and perform patrol duties during heightened alert levels under Homeland Security procedures
Enforcement Duties
Directs traffic and enforces motor vehicle and parking regulations
Initiates and conducts criminal investigations of violations, suspicious activities or reported incidents within jurisdiction
Conducts on‑site investigations, questions witnesses, arrests individuals at the scene and issues summonses
Administration Duties
Records information and processes paperwork related to arrests and activity reports
Arranges surety and non‑surety bond payments or written promises to appear (WPA)
Serves court testimony as required
Conducts special programs, projects and services as required
Processes arrested individuals, including determining charges, fingerprinting, photographing, initiating NCIC checks, searching, removing and inventorying personal belongings and transporting arrested persons to lock‑up
May conduct safety training, certification and/or recertification courses; may perform minor equipment repairs; may make public presentations on crime prevention and safety; may serve as dispatcher
Performs related duties as required
Minimum Qualifications – General Experience
Certification as a law‑enforcement officer in Connecticut pursuant to the Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council regulations
Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States by date of appointment
Candidates for this class subject to selection standards pursuant to section 7‑294‑a‑e of the Connecticut General Statutes and the regulations of the Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council
Must possess and maintain authority from the Commissioner of Emergency Services and Public Protection to arrest and present any person for any offense within precinct (Connecticut General Statutes 29‑18 and/or 10a‑142)
Must possess and maintain certification as a law‑enforcement officer in Connecticut (Section 7‑294‑a‑e of the Connecticut General Statutes and the regulations of the Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council)
Must possess and maintain a valid motor‑vehicle operator’s license
Incumbents may be required to obtain and retain EMT certification and be qualified to bear arms; may be required to travel and maintain a 24‑hour on‑call schedule
Special Requirements
Must have law‑enforcement certification status – temporary employment may be available pending re‑certification
Must possess and maintain emergency medical technician (EMT) certification
Must be eligible and qualified to bear arms
Must possess and maintain a valid motor‑vehicle operator’s license
Must be willing to accept assignments or transfers to any region of the state and be flexible to work a flexible schedule
Physical Requirements
General good health, free from any disease or injury that would impair usefulness; sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, endurance, and visual and auditory acuity required to perform job functions
Comprehensive medical examination (including controlled‑substance screening) required upon conditional offer
Must pass a swim test: 100 yards within 4 minutes
Additional Training and Certifications
Must obtain and retain Standard First Aid, CPR certificate and participate in any job‑related training sessions
Must maintain standard first‑aid and CPR certifications in accordance with agency requirements
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement The State of Connecticut is an equal‑opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages applications from women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
Employment facts, compensation, and responsibilities are based on the current state’s policy for lawful employment and the agreed classification of duties.
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