Sergeant – Campus Police Officer III

Company Description:

Roxbury Community College (RCC) is a public institution of higher
education offering associate degrees, certificate programs and lifelong learning opportunities to the Greater Boston community. The
Department of Education recognized RCC as a Predominantly Black Institution (PBI) and as one of the top 100 community colleges in the
country for student outcomes through the Postsecondary Success Recognition Program, making it the only community college in Massachusetts
with these designations.

RCC offers 24 associate degree programs, 6 credit-based certificate programs, 13 non-credit professional
certification programs, 30+ lifelong learning and fitness classes, and customized incumbent worker training programs. The college hosts
hundreds of civic and community events at the Reggie Lewis Track and Athletic Center each year. RCC is committed to providing all learners
with the academic and non-academic support required for degree completion and long-term success.

 Roxbury Community College is
guided by our six core values of Accountability, Equity, Excellence, Honesty, Integrity, and Respect. RCC is also an AA/EO employer and
strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to
enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime
Statistics Act require all institutes of higher education to disclose campus policy statements and crime statistics. Our annual report is
available at Clery Report. 

Job Description:

Title: Sergeant Officer

Unit: AFSCME

Department: Public Safety

Reports To: Acting Chief of Police and Director of Public Safety

Date: March 2026

Responsibilities:

• The Sergeant serves under the general supervision of the Deputy Chief and is tasked with
  managing the daily operations of their respective shifts.
• The Sergeant will supervise and oversee the sworn Campus Police Officers
  and non-sworn Public Safety Officers assigned to their shift and participate in the management of the Department, ensuring that the college
  community and its facilities are safe and secure
• The Sergeant will manage the patrol operations of their shift to ensure a safe and
  secure campus environment
• The Sergeant will enforce departmental orders, applicable state laws, and ensure compliance with all
  personnel, sworn & non-sworn.
• The Sergeant will conduct a shift change roll call to ensure all staff are properly informed and aware
  of ongoing incidents, recent crime trends, new policies and procedures, and any other relevant information
• The Sergeant will approve
  all incident reports forwarded to them at the conclusion of their shift and ensure that there are no spelling or grammatical errors, that
  the information contained in the report is accurate, and then forward the report as necessary through the Chain of Command
• The
  Sergeant will be able to successfully address a broad range of issues using sound judgement and discretion, ensuring effective crisis
  management and conflict resolution
• The Sergeant may be required to respond to active and ongoing incidents to provide clarity and
  direction for the staff they oversee
• The Sergeant will serve as a positive role model and mentor to both subordinates and peers,
  which will foster a culture of professionalism and ethical behavior
• The Sergeant at times must respond safely and rapidly to
  emergency calls for police service such as reports of crimes in progress; suspected criminal activity; medical emergencies; environmental
  emergencies; fires, fire alarms; motion and intrusion alarms; and accidents, etc.
• Render aid and assistance to victims, advising
  them of available services, and making appropriate referrals to available resources
• Conduct thorough initial investigations of
  incidents and follow up investigations assigned
• Regularly prepare incident and accident reports for supervisory review and possible
  dissemination
• Respect and maintain confidentiality, parameters of operation, professional protocols, and individual
  privacy
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Deputy Chief
• The Sergeant is a first-line supervisor within the Department
  of Public Safety and can have a significant impact on their subordinates and peers as well as the RCC Community

Requirements:

Qualifications:

• The candidate must be authorized to work in the United
  States
• The candidate must be at least 21 years of age
• The candidate must have an active Massachusetts Driver’s
  License
• The candidate must have an active License to carry firearms (LTC non-restricted)
• The candidate must possess an
  associate degree or bachelor’s degree (preferably in Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement)
• For a candidate to be sworn law enforcement,
  they must have completed an MPTC Recruit Officer Course from an MPTC approved or authorized academy or obtained a permanent exemption from
  the MPTC
• For a candidate to be sworn law enforcement, they must be eligible or currently hold a certification for the Massachusetts
  Peace Officers Standards and Training (POST) and remain a Certified Officer for the duration of their employment
• For a candidate to
  be sworn law enforcement, they must be eligible for appointment as Special State Police Officer in accordance with M.G.L. ch.22 s. 63 and
  able to maintain their eligibility for the duration of their employment
• Knowledge of police practices and investigative procedures
  of a comprehensive campus law enforcement program
• Knowledge of and ability to interpret, apply, and make decisions in accordance
  with pertinent Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations
• Operate specialized law enforcement equipment including
  specialized police vehicles, radios, and video systems
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and furthering a welcoming
  work environment
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; speak clearly and persuasively in positive or
  negative situations; and respond well to questions
• Candidates should hold themselves and their peers to a high ethical standard and
  be capable of enforcing policies, procedures, and laws accordingly
• Candidates should have excellent interpersonal skills and the
  ability to establish effective communication with a diverse population
• Candidates should have the ability to think critically, often
  quickly and with limited information, to make difficult and impactful decisions
• Candidates should have a high level of attention to
  detail
• The candidate must have at least 5 years of verified law enforcement experience
• The candidate will be required
  to pass a comprehensive background investigation, a pre-employment psychological examination, and a pre-employment medical exam

Additional Information:

Location: Roxbury Community College, 1234 Columbus Ave, Boston, MA 02120

Unit Status: AFSCME

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

Compensation: $65,000 – $75,000

Expected Start Date:
March 2026

Application Deadline: Until filled

Application Instructions:

All
applicants must apply online by submitting:

• Cover
  Letter
• Resume
• (3) Professional References

Successful applicants will
be required to complete a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI/SORI) request.

After completing all the steps above, please go
back into the newly created account and double check that your resume and cover letter uploaded as you intended.

Roxbury Community
College understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview
process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact Pat Noel, ADA Coordinator, at 857-701-1290 or
pnoel1@rcc.mass.edu.

The Massachusetts Board of Higher Education – Roxbury Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Massachusetts Board of Higher Education – Roxbury Community College will provide
reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss
potential accommodations with the employer. 

Roxbury Community College only accepts application materials through our online
application system. We are unable to accept application materials through mail, email, fax, or hand delivery. If you do not have access to a
computer, please contact Human Resources at hrstaff@rcc.mass.edu.

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