Campus Public Safety Officer (Act 120 Certified)

Penn State University; Penn (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

Penn State University Police and Public Safety is seeking Act 120 Certified Police Officers to join our team. Officers protect life and property, enforce laws and university policies, and engage with the campus community to promote safety across multiple campuses.

Starting contractual base salary is $69,368 with annual increases; employment is contingent on MPOETC requirements and background checks. This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package including a 75% tuition discount.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Act 120 MPOETC certification required or attainable during hiring.
• Background checks and medical/psychological evaluations required.

Responsibilities

• Protect life and property across Penn State campuses.
• Enforce state laws and university policies.
• Investigate incidents and provide testimony in legal proceedings.
• Engage with students, staff, and visitors to promote safety.

Skills

Public safety service

Communication skills

Testimony in court

Customer service orientation

Cultural competence

Ethical conduct

Constitutional rights awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

IT knowledge

Surveillance equipment

Social media monitoring

Digital communications

Job description

Penn State University Police and Public Safety is seeking Act 120 Certified Police Officers to join our team. Officers protect life and property, enforce laws and university policies, and engage with the campus community to promote safety across multiple campuses.

Starting contractual base salary is $69,368 with annual increases; employment is contingent on MPOETC requirements and background checks. This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package including a 75% tuition discount.