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Work Calendar 12 Months
Maricopa Summary 10 Colleges. Unlimited Opportunities.
The Maricopa County Community College District is one of the largest community college systems in the nation. Home to 10 individually accredited community colleges and 31 satellite locations we proudly serve students in every corner of the Valley. Each day our dedicated faculty staff and administrators live out our vision-creating excellence in education for a better world.
We focus on people-not profits.
With 100 acceptance zero rejections and affordable tuition we provide the flexibility and support our students need to succeed in and beyond the classroom. Discover how were changing college.
We dont just support our community-we help build it.
We are the largest provider of workforce development training in the state. The activities of our colleges and their students support one out of every 28 jobs in Maricopa County. Learn about our economic impact.
We believe our employees are our most valuable asset.
Our 10 colleges and District Office support nearly 10000 jobs and careers throughout Greater Phoenix.
Join us in making a real difference in the lives of over 140000 college students each year.
Benefits Maricopa County Community College District MCCCD is committed to providing a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports our employees and their families health and well-being. Therefore the MCCCD benefits support every stage of life and are designed to meet the diverse needs of our community. Explore the wide range of benefits and perks available to eligible employees at MCCCDAffordable and Comprehensive Benefits PackageNationwide Medical Dental and Vision CoveragePaid Time Off Vacation Sick Leave and Personal Time20 Paid Observed HolidaysCompany-paid Life Insurance AD&D and Short-Term Disability plans with the option to purchase supplemental coverageArizona State Retirement System ASRS Pension including Long Term Disability and Retiree Health Insurance with 100 employer-matching contributionsOptional Retirement Plans 403b 457b Roth 403b Roth 457bTuition Reimbursement for employees and dependentsAnnual Professional Development FundingEmployee Health & Wellness ProgramsDistrict-Wide Wellness Program with Workshops and WebinarsMonthly Health & Wellness Calendar and NewsletterVirta Diabetes Reversal Program Support GroupsEmployee Assistance Program EAPSight-On-Site Eye Care ServicesPre-Retirement Planning EventsQualifying Employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness potential loan forgiveness for federal Direct Loans after meeting repayment requirements and working full-time for an eligible employer
Job Summary The Maricopa County Community College District Police Department invites highly motivated and professional law enforcement candidates to a new and exciting opportunity as a collegiatePolice Officer - Lateral. ThePolice Officer - Lateralwill report directly to a Police Commander or designated supervisor and performs general and specialized law enforcement such as preserving public peace protecting lives property and the rights of the public. This position will also enforce state statutory laws and acknowledge compliance with federal guidelines in accordance with the U.S. Department of Education.
Additional Information A Lateral Officer is an experienced certified Peace Officer in good standing.
In-State Applicants A successful certified Arizona Peace Officer applicant will start the field training program upon being selected.
Out of State Applicants A successful out of state applicant will be required to take an AZPOST waiver exam prior to becoming a certified Peace Officer in Arizona and beginning the field training program.
Upon notification all qualified candidates that successfully pass the District Oral Board interview will then be required to submit the following additional itemsAZPOST Background Questionnaire and Statement of Personal HistorySubmission of this form will only be accepted in an electronic format through the online state portal system managed by AZ POSTCandidates will need to log into httpsmy.azpost.govto fill out and submit their AZ POST Background Questionnaire and statement of Personal History PH formCandidates will need to create an account with OKTA and retain the registration number generated to their submissionPlease Note Any applicant who does not possess current AZPOST certification e.g.out of state candidates or those with prior AZPOST certification must submit one of the following documents by scanning and attaching the materials to the original applicationProof of prior Arizona Peace Officer certification for candidates previously certified by AZPOST such as an academy graduation certificate ORProof of equivalent training through submission of the AZPOST Record of Equivalent Training RET form - to locate and download the form go tohttpspost.az.govrecord-equivalency-training
Essential Functions Routinely interacts with and provides assistance to members of the college community visitors and allied first responders such as fire medical and other police personnel. Unlocks rooms and buildings assists allied criminal justice agencies in the service of criminal and subpoenas and other court orders
Deters and prevents crime by patrolling buildings facilities properties and other areas in the immediate vicinity of the Maricopa Community Colleges
Responds to complaints or requests for assistance investigates criminal activity and takes appropriate action. May be required to arrest detain or subdue a resisting offender using justified and reasonable force where appropriate may conduct searches of persons places and things possibly seizing and impounding property and evidence protects crime scenes
Responds to calls for service including alarms requests for medical assistance critical incidents traffic collisions reports of criminal activity and other emergenciesnon-emergencies
Observes reports andor remedies unsafe or problem situations and assists in identifying health and safety hazards
Conducts face to face interviews observes gathers records processes and preserves evidence
Prepares detailed written reports presents testimony and evidence in court mediates disputes
Directs traffic andor parking activities enforces motor vehicle operation and traffic regulations assists motorists with vehicle problems
Performs crowd control and civil emergency response duties
Provides special services including providing personal welfare and money courier escorts
Provides public awareness and community education presentations
Trains and directs the work of non-certified Public safety Aides and other Public safety personnel
Performs other duties as assigned