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Police Officer

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GoLawEnforcement.com

Cambridge, MA (In Person)

$87,266 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 5 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/26/2026

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Job Description

Police Officer Job Type:
Full Time Cambridge, MA MIT Police Department Salary:
$40.36 - $43.55
Position Summary:
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.
Requirements:
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 Requirements:
Two years of law enforcement experience (college/university police department preferred), and an associate's degree or higher in criminal justice or related subject.
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