Campus Police Cadet: MPOETC Academy Path

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Full benefits package

Retirement plans

Job summary

Penn State University Police & Public Safety Department invites applications for the Police Academy Cadet program at the University Park campus. Cadets will attend the academy starting in July 2027 at Harrisburg Area Community College (HACC) and will be Penn State employees during training with housing reimbursement and full-time benefits.

Successful candidates undergo MPOETC Act 120 Certification during hiring and transition to full-time sworn officers after graduation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be accepted into MPOETC Act 120 Certification during hiring.
• Strong communication and ethical standards for campus safety.

Responsibilities

• Patrol Penn State campuses to protect life and property.
• Enforce laws, University policies, and safety protocols.
• Collaborate with Field Training Officers during training period.
• Provide credible testimony and engage with the campus community.

Skills

Public safety

Communication

Ethics

Community policing

Testimony

Diversity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

MPOETC Act 120 Certification coursework

Job description

Penn State University Police & Public Safety Department invites applications for the Police Academy Cadet program at the University Park campus. Cadets will attend the academy starting in July 2027 at Harrisburg Area Community College (HACC) and will be Penn State employees during training with housing reimbursement and full-time benefits.

Successful candidates undergo MPOETC Act 120 Certification during hiring and transition to full-time sworn officers after graduation.