Announcement of Anticipated Opening

Police Officer (P.O.S.T Certified)

Job Number FT170002

1st Shift

40 Hours per week – 1^st Shift, Tuesday-Friday 7:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. and Saturday 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Full-time Position

Application must be postmarked by this date.

March 3, 2017 by 5 p.m.

Anticipated Starting Date

April 2017

Minimum Qualifications

Applicant must have knowledge of police and security practices and procedures; knowledge of relevant state and federal laws, statutes and regulations; knowledge of traffic and crowd control practices and procedures; knowledge of criminal law and court procedures; knowledge of juvenile law and practices; considerable interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; ability to analyze emergency situations and develop effective courses of action. An understanding of the mission of the community college, a demonstrated ability to respond to and work with multiple constituencies, and involvement in support of a culturally and ethnically diverse population are essential. General Experience: Certification as a law enforcement officer in the State of Connecticut pursuant to regulations promulgated by the Connecticut Police Officer Standards and Training Council. Special Requirement: Candidates MUST possess a current valid P.O.S.T. certification and be able to pass all P.O.S.T. requirements for lateral transfers; Incumbents in this class must be eligible and qualified to bear arms. Physical Requirement: A physical examination will be required of all applicants. Note: The filling of this position will be in accordance with reemployment, SEBAC, transfer, promotion and merit employment rules.

Responsibilities

Performs police functions and duties in accordance with departmental standards and procedures; performs a full range of public enforcement, protection, and security functions; responds to emergencies and requests for assistance; conducts police investigations; enforces motor vehicle and criminal statutes; completes/reviews arrest paperwork; coordinates exchange of information among shifts and other law enforcement agencies; enforces regulations relating to parking and traffic control; may testify in court regarding police issues; speaks with public groups and organizations about relevant security topics; may serve as dispatcher at the communications desk; monitors security alarm systems; locks/unlocks designated buildings and classrooms; provides public direction at events and in the course of daily patrols; directs traffic; conducts patrols in police cruiser and on foot; and other assigned duties as necessary.

Minimum Salary/Compensation

$53,540*-$70,449 (*New State Employees start at minimum salary)

Application Procedure

Please reference job positing number FT170002. Interested and qualified candidates who meet the above requirements should submit a cover letter, resume, an Application for Employment (CT-HR-12) which may be obtained from Manchester Community College website at http://www.manchestercc.edu/form-depot/; and three professional references to: geninfohumanresources@mcc.commnet.edu. Please note- Incomplete, blank or late applications will NOT be considered. If you are a State employee, please submit a copy of your two most recent service ratings.

Application Deadline

March 3, 2017 by 5 p.m.

Background Checks

Manchester Community College is committed to providing a safe campus community. MCC conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check and, when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination

Manchester Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, gender identity or expression, intellectual disability, learning disability, mental disability or history thereof, physical disability (including blindness), marital status, national origin, race, religious creed, sex (including sexual harassment and pregnancy), sexual orientation, criminal record, veteran status, retaliation for previous discrimination or coercion, genetic information and workplace hazards to reproductive systems. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Angelo Simoni, Jr., CSCU Title IX Coordinator, Manchester Community College, Great Path, P.O. Box 1046, Manchester, CT 06045-1046, SSC L277.

Manchester Community College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans.