Protective Services Trainee (Police)(CENTRAL CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY)

Protective Services Trainee (Police)

CENTRAL CONNECTICUT STATE UNIVERSITY

Recruitment #260825-6600PS-001

Location New Britain, CT

Date Opened 9/11/2026 12:00:00 PM Salary $53,684.00 - $67,755.00/year (Employees new to state service start at minimum of pay plan Job Type Open to the Public Close Date 9/25/2026 11:59:00 PM

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Introduction

Located in New Britain, CT, Central Connecticut State University (Central) is a constituent unit of the Board of Regents for Higher Education (BOR), Connecticut State Colleges and Universities. As one of the State of Connecticut institutions of higher learning, Central is a regional, comprehensive public university dedicated to learning in the liberal arts and sciences and to education for the professions. Central offers a vibrant learning-centered community dedicated to teaching and to scholarship.

We are accepting applications from candidates who meet the qualifications for a Protective Services Trainee (Police). This position is located in the Police Department at Central and is full-time (40 hours per week). The shift will be determined depending on placement post Connecticut Police Academy for first, second, or third shift, and will be required to work holidays and weekends. The incumbents in these positions are required to successfully complete the training and probationary requirement for appointment to Police Officer, with responsibility for protection of life and property. Applicants for these positions are NOT required to possess or retain Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification. Applicants for this position are asked to possess and retain an active/valid CHIP card. Test dates can be found at certifyfit.com.

WHATS IN IT FOR YOU?

Industry leading health benefits including medical and dental coverage. Extensive pension plan and supplemental retirement offerings. Paid time off (including 13 holidays per calendar year). Professional growth and development opportunities. Tuition reimbursement for classified employees up to seventy-five percent (75%) of the cost for tuition, books and related fees. Scholarships available to assist classified employees and/or their dependent children with the financial burden of tuition after completing four or more years of continuous service at Central Connecticut State University. Culture that encourages work/life balance as well as an employee assistance program. Work for a Forbes top company: Forbes State of Connecticut Ranked One of the Best Employers of 2023 - State of CT Receives National Recognition for Offering Job Growth, Competitive Benefits, and Flexible Schedule. We have limitless areas for you to perform relevant and significant work. State of Connecticut is an eligible Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer, meaning you may be eligible to have qualifying student loans forgiven after 10 years of service. Click here for more information.

DISCOVER THE OPPORTUNITY TO: Be part of a comprehensive team of caring professionals. Cultivate, enhance and nurture trustworthy relationships with the community we serve. Create a campus culture that recognizes the importance of personal and community safety. Incorporate intelligence-led policing analysis with our service oriented and community policing philosophies. Look for new and innovative ways to increase safety through crime prevention through environmental design methods.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS: Full-Time 40 hours per week Shifts determined once hired (1st, 2nd, 3rd) May require work on holidays/weekends

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL: Provide crowd control at various CCSU events and activities Monitor designated areas to ensure physical security and authorized access in order to prevent theft, trespass, vandalism or violation of state statutes or regulations Give direction and routine information to the public Participate in evacuation activities in event of fire, bomb threats or other potential disasters Operate firefighting apparatus if needed Conduct cruiser or foot patrols Conduct bicycle patrols as weather permits Provide traffic and/or crowd control Assess nature of further assistance needed and makes timely and appropriate arrangements Gather background information and provide threat assessments regarding high risk locations safety of persons or property, biological or physical threats Respond to emergency situations and provide CPR or first aid to injured parties Assist State Police in investigation of major criminal acts Be required to maintain building security and perform patrol duties at time of heightened alert level under Homeland Security procedures Direct traffic and enforces motor vehicle and parking regulations Initiate and conduct criminal and other investigations of violations, suspicious activities or reports of incidents occurring within jurisdiction Conduct on site investigations, question witnesses, arrest individuals at scene and issue summons Record information Apply for and serve arrest warrants Process paperwork on arrests and activity reports Arrange surety and non-surety bond payments or Written Promise to Appear (WPA) Provide court testimony Conduct special programs, projects and services as required May process arrested individuals including determining charges, fingerprinting, photographing initiating National Crime Information Computer (NCIC) check, searching, removing and inventorying personal belongings and transporting arrested persons to lock up May conduct various safety training, certification and/or recertification courses May perform minor equipment repairs May make public presentations regarding crime prevention and safety May serve as dispatcher Perform related duties as required

ABOUT US:

The Police Department at Central Connecticut State University is a fully sworn nationally accredited police agency, focused on ensuring health, safety, and providing a stable work and learning environment for our campus community and visitors.

We are committed to the fundamental principles of community policing, such as crime prevention, omnipresence, and partnerships with the community we serve. We are continually striving to provide nothing but the best policing service to our community.

NOTE: If selected for interview, candidates will be required to read and become familiar with the following recommended reading: Connecticut Law Enforcement Officers' Field Manual The Original Red and Blue Books (Blue 360 Media).

Selection Plan

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APPLYING FOR THE POSITION:

• For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e. Executive, Judicial or Legislative) to the other.
• To be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications listed on the job opening. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the close date of the job opening, unless otherwise specified. You must specify your qualifications on your application.
• Ensure that your application is complete before submitting it. To comply with Public Act 21-69, the State of Connecticut no longer requests resumes during the initial application process. Once your application is submitted into the JobAps system, you cannot make revisions.
• To receive educational credits toward qualification for this job posting, the institution must be accredited. For institutions located outside of the U.S., you must provide documentation from a recognized USA accrediting service specializing in determining foreign education equivalencies to the recruiter listed on this job posting.
• All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the specified deadline. Late applications will not be considered. Candidates may request a rare and documented exception for events that incapacitate them during the entire duration of the job posting period by providing a legally-recognized justification to accommodate such an exception. Requests may be made to hrrecruitment@ccsu.edu.

WHEN YOU APPLY

• All candidates for employment at Central Connecticut State University are subject to a comprehensive pre-employment background investigation, including a psychological, polygraph and medical examination. Selection for employment is contingent upon completion of background investigation. The candidate must possess, at all times, a valid motor vehicle license and the ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• Additionally, the candidate, at all times, must possess and have the ability to exercise all of the requirements of a Police Officer including obtaining certification as a law enforcement officer in the State of Connecticut, and the ability to bear and use arms. Candidates will be required as assigned to be available for training and work assignments on all shifts, including holidays and weekends.

WHAT TO EXPECT AFTER APPLYING:

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• You may be required to submit additional documentation supporting your qualifications at any point during the recruitment process. The documentation may include a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, or licensure, at the discretion of the hiring agency.
• The immediate vacancy is listed above, but your application may be considered for future vacancies in this job class.
• Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position.
• Candidates offered a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees, available at www.ct.gov/ethics.

CONNECT WITH US:

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PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In a state agency this class is accountable for taking a prescribed formal academic and on the job training course in basic police work involving investigative and inspection techniques and procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Skills

• general intelligence;

• oral and written communication skills;

• Ability to

• follow oral and written instructions;

• evaluate emergency situations and develop effective courses of action;

• deal effectively with those contacted in the work.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Current Certification as an Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) or higher level of emergency medical care
• Current service in or honorable discharge from any branch of the United States Armed Forces.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience working in a Higher Education environment.
• Experience utilizing computer software, including Microsoft Suite.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and proofreading skills.
• Associates degree or higher.
• Possession of an active/valid CHIP card. Test dates can be found at certifyfit.com.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States by date of appointment.
• Applicants must have a High School diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certification prior to admission to the Connecticut Police Training Academy.
• During the period as a Police Trainee candidates will be required to complete a course of training to include completion and graduation from the Connecticut Police Training Academy program or its equivalent.
• Appointment to this class will be for a period not to exceed twelve (12) months. Provisional appointment will be made to the target class when formal training has not been completed after twelve (12) months as a Protective Services Trainee (Police). Appointment will be made to the target class after successful completion and graduation of formal training.
• Applicants in this class must have reached their 21st birthday.
• Incumbents in this class must possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operators license.
• Incumbents in this class may be required to obtain and retain Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic certification.

CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS

In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application, a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before persons are certified for appointment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Incumbents in this class must have general good health, be free from any disease or injury which would impair health or usefulness and possess and retain sufficient physical strength, stamina, agility, endurance and visual and auditory acuity to perform the duties of the class. A physical fitness assessment will be required of all applicants.
• A comprehensive medical examination, including a controlled substance screening, will be required of all applicants upon a conditional offer of employment.

DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION:

• Applicants must be able to pass a swim test including swimming 100 yards within four (4) minutes.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be exposed to unpleasant situations which may cause injury and may be exposed to uncomfortable weather conditions.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

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