The Department of Security is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.  In an emergency you can contact Security by using the blue emergency phones located throughout campus, including phones at the main door of each residence hall.  The emergency phone number is x3911. This number is to be used for emergency calls only, i.e., fire, medical emergencies, suspicious or criminal activities, etc.

Ext. 3345 and 3346 are the business lines for the Department of Security.  These numbers are for non-emergency or routine calls such as vehicle registration information, lost and found, or lockouts when a roommate or hall staff are unavailable.

The department consists of six full-time security officers, seven reserve officers, one full-time secretary, four full-time dispatchers, a pool of student workers, the assistant director, and the director.  The security officers work a schedule that provides maximum coverage during the busiest time periods.  The most coverage is provided Thursday night through Sunday morning for social and special events such as parties, concerts, dances, etc.  Student patrols are used to aid security officers in securing buildings, reporting security concerns, and covering special events.

The Department of Security operates from the first floor of Roberts Union.

1. Security officers are hired to protect the lives of people at Colby College and College property.

 2.    The traditional role of patrolling the campus 24 hours a day is the primary function of the department.

Although charged with the unpopular role of “enforcer,” the Department of Security has maintained a close rapport with the College community, earning a reputation for fairness and helpfulness.  The College community has come to know that, in time of need, the department can be depended upon for assistance.

If you need additional information not contained in this booklet or have any questions or suggestions on security matters, please feel free to call or visit the Department of Security in the Roberts Building.

ALCOHOL LAWS AND POLICIES

Colby College is increasingly concerned about violations of state and college liquor regulations.  In Maine the legal drinking age is 21.  Any person under 21 who purchases or consumes alcoholic beverages, procures alcoholic beverages in any way, willfully misrepresents his/her age, or alters or falsifies his/her I.D. with the intent to purchase alcoholic beverages will be subject to a fine and possible jail time.  A conviction could mean a permanent criminal record.

A public drinking law in Maine prohibits drinking of alcoholic beverages in public areas.  The state law carries a $100 fine for the first offense and for repeat offenders a $500 fine and possible jail time.  Colby College has a policy prohibiting public drinking/open containers that carries a $250 fine and disciplinary action through the Dean of Students Office.  Further information regarding College and state alcohol policies and regulations can be found in the Colby College Student Handbook.  For more detailed information or questions, the following resources are available:

 - Security...........................................................x3345 or 3346
 - Dean of Students Office...................................................x3104
 - Waterville Police Department.............................872-5551

Alcohol problems are a growing concern to all of us.  Personal philosophies and values differ, but the fact remains that the Department of Security has an obligation to enforce the College regulations and to work within the limits of the law.  Officers will be enforcing these rules and regulations on campus.

The rules and laws need to be clear so that there will be no misunderstanding.  This is not an easy task and we ask for your support and cooperation.  The final decision is yours.  It will be up to you whether or not to obey the rules and laws, and you will be responsible for your choices.

SECURITY OFFICER TRAINING

Each year the Department of Security conducts an average of 100 hours of training for all officers and dispatchers.  The formal training as listed below is extensive and does not include all of the training some of the officers and dispatchers do on their own.

On Campus Training Requirements:

 -   Diversity
 -   First Aid and CPR
 -   State Laws
 -   State Liquor Laws
 -   College Policies and Regulations
 -   Patrolling Techniques

All of the officers in the Department of Security have had considerable additional training in the security, law enforcement, and medical fields. 

Highlights of the training are as follows:

-    History and Role of Campus Security/Police
 -   Legal Issues
 -   Management of Aggressive Behavior (classroom and practical training)
 -   Sexual Assault
 -   Ethics and Professionalism
 -   Community Relations and Student Leaders
 -   Fire Safety
 -   Alcohol Awareness
 -   Crime Prevention
 -   Officer Safety and Patrol Procedures
 -   Sexual Harassment
 -   Hate Crimes
 -   Interviews and Report Writing
 -   Preliminary Investigations
 -   Drug Identification and Effects
 -   Gang and Occult Recognition

Many of the College's full-time Security officers have attented the New England Campus Security Officers Training Academy (NECSOTA).  The academy course is six days long and includes more than 60 hours of classroom instruction related to college and university issues.

SECURITY/POLICE

The Department of Security works hand in hand with local law enforcement agencies.  All incidents or crime reports are filed with the appropriate agency and followed up with investigations.  Any and all arrests on campus are similarly made by the appropriate agency with the full cooperation and assistance of the Department of Security.  Local law enforcement agencies include:

 - Waterville Police Department.....................................   872-5551
 - Oakland Police Department.......................................   465-2202
 - Maine State Police.....................................................   624-7076
 - Maine State Attorney General....................................   626-8800
 - Kennebec County Sheriff’s Department......................   623-3614
 - Kennebec County District Attorney............................   623-1156