Campus Police Cadet — Academy Sponsorship

Penn State Lady Lions; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing reimbursement

Full-time salary

Benefits

75% tuition discount

Job summary

Penn State University Police and Public Safety Department is seeking Police Academy Cadet candidates for University Park. Cadets will attend the academy starting July 2027 at Harrisburg Area Community College (HACC) and will be Penn State employees during sponsorship, with housing reimbursement and full benefits.

Upon graduation, cadets become full-time sworn police officers at University Park, working with Field Training Officers to learn campus protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Act 120 Certification coursework during hiring must be completed.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Minimum age 21 by start date.

Responsibilities

• Protect life and property; enforce laws and university policies.
• Engage with campus community and partners; conduct patrols and investigations.
• Assist in training and mentoring cadets during academy sponsorship.

Skills

Public service orientation

Communication

Court testimony

Team collaboration

Ethical decision-making

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Penn State University Police and Public Safety Department is seeking Police Academy Cadet candidates for University Park. Cadets will attend the academy starting July 2027 at Harrisburg Area Community College (HACC) and will be Penn State employees during sponsorship, with housing reimbursement and full benefits.

Upon graduation, cadets become full-time sworn police officers at University Park, working with Field Training Officers to learn campus protocols.