Sergeant Public Safety at Cambridge Health Alliance – Cambridge, Massachusetts

Location: CHA Cambridge Hospital
Work Days: 24/7 shift schedule
Category: Public Safety
Department: Public Safety
Job Type: Full time
Work Shift: Various Shifts
Hours/Week: 40.00
Union Name: Local 122 Public Safety Officers

Department Description:

The Public Safety department at Cambridge Health Alliance is committed to creating a secure and welcoming environment for everyone who enters our facilities. Our professional and dedicated team works 24/7 to ensure the safety and security of our patients, visitors, and staff. We are responsible for a wide range of services, including emergency response, proactive patrols, and assistance with security-related concerns. By protecting our community and property, we play a vital role in supporting the hospital's mission of providing excellent care.

Job Summary

As a Sergeant, you will perform general law enforcement duties to protect persons and property. You will enforce federal, state, and local laws, as well as CHA policies, to prevent losses and manage incidents effectively.

Responsibilities Include:

Supervision: Provide operational supervision on assigned shifts, including inspecting officers for readiness and monitoring attendance and overtime.

Law Enforcement: Investigate crimes, make arrests, and set up court complaints when necessary.

Patrol & Security: Secure and patrol Alliance properties via foot or radio-equipped vehicles.

Emergency Response: Observe and detain patients in crisis, provide safety escorts, and assist with the escorting of deceased patients.

Administrative Oversight: Review and approve reports, counsel staff on corrective actions, and recommend officers for commendations.

Incident Command: May perform "Campus Security Officer" functions under the Hospital Incident Command System (HICS).

Qualifications & Requirements

Two years of college education in law enforcement, security, or a related field.

Three years of prior experience as a law enforcement officer

Completion of a basic law enforcement training academy.

Licenses & Certifications

Possess and maintain a valid Massachusetts Driver’s License.

Eligibility to attain Special State Police Officer (SSPO) powers (per Mass. GL 22c S63).

Valid Massachusetts FID Card.

Current CPR and First Responder certifications.

Please note that the final offer may vary within the listed Pay Range, based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment.