Police Officer

Functional Area: Campus Police

Department: MIT Police

School Area: Executive Vice President

Pay Range Minimum:

Pay Range
Maximum:

Employment Type: Full-Time

Employment Category: Non-Exempt

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Schedule:

Pay Grade: NGA

Posting
Description

POLICE OFFICER, MIT Police, to be responsible for ensuring the safety, security, and well-being
of the MIT community. Will collaborate with campus stakeholders to address safety concerns and promote a culture of mutual respect and
understanding with students, researchers, faculty, staff, and visitors from around the world; patrol assigned areas of campus on foot,
bicycle, or vehicle to deter and detect criminal activity, respond to emergencies, and provide support during special events,
demonstrations, and other campus activities; conduct initial criminal investigations, gather evidence, and collaborate with local law
enforcement agencies as necessary; and participate in ongoing training and professional development.

Job Requirements

REQUIRED: Graduation from a full-time MA state or municipal police academy or MPTC-approved equivalent training; a high school
diploma or its equivalent; a driver’s license; MA Class A License to Carry; eligibility for appointment as a Massachusetts Special State
Police Officer; Massachusetts POST Commission certification or ability to gain POST certification; demonstrated organizational and verbal
communication skills; and experience with crisis intervention, conflict resolution, report writing, handling emergency procedures, and
community policing principles. Must qualify in the use of firearms. PREFERRED: Two years of law enforcement experience
(college/university police department preferred), and an associate’s degree or higher in criminal justice or related subject.

The
schedule consists of working four 8.5-hour shifts with two days off. The schedule cycles when there are less than five regularly scheduled
shifts, with compensation remaining at 42.5 hours. Must be able to work all shifts, including holidays and weekends and additional hours as
needed.

Employment is contingent upon the completion of satisfactory background checks, a pre-employment medical examination, and
drug and psychological screening.

2/11/2026

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