Full-Time Police Officer

Lafayette College; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Police Officer to ensure safety and security on campus. This full-time role involves enforcing laws, conducting patrols, and engaging with the community. Ideal candidates will have a strong commitment to service, excellent organizational and communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with students and staff. The position offers a supportive environment with educational benefits, including tuition programs for employees and their families. If you are passionate about community safety and making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Retirement Benefits

Tuition Program Benefits

Tuition Exchange Program

Qualifications

• Certified under PA Act 120 and able to be commissioned as a police officer.
• Strong desire to serve the community with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Enforce laws and regulations on campus and provide armed patrol.
• Investigate reports of criminal activity and document interactions.
• Provide security at special events and direct traffic.

Skills

Community Service Orientation

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Education

Associate's Degree or Higher

Job description

Lafayette College has an opening for a full-time Police Officer. Responsibilities include enforcement of local, state, and federal laws on campus.

Our ideal candidate possesses a strong desire to serve the community, is certified under PA Act 120, has earned an Associate's Degree or higher or has prior experience as a community-oriented police officer, and is serious about taking advantage of our outstanding educational benefits (see below).

The position demands excellent organizational skills as well as superior interpersonal skills (verbal and written), and an ability and desire to work closely with all constituencies of the College including students, staff, and faculty, in addition to the general public.

Minimum qualifications are the ability to be commissioned as a police officer under Section 501 of the Non-Profit Corporation Law; meet requirements of Section 7504 of the Pennsylvania Crimes Code; be certifiable under Act 235 Lethal Weapons Training Act; completion of PA Act 120 training; and PA residency at the time of appointment.

Responsibilities

1. The Police Officer is charged with the security of life, limb, property, and equipment, and the enforcement of all institution rules, regulations, and State and Federal laws.
2. Enforce the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the rules and regulations of Lafayette College.
3. Provide armed patrol of the campus by vehicle and on foot.
4. Investigate reports of criminal activity.
5. Document any police interactions and prepare reports in the department's record management system.
6. Provide security of all campus buildings and property by assisting in the locking of buildings and reporting any circumstances that present a danger to college students, employees, or property.
7. Direct traffic and investigate motor vehicle accidents.
8. Provide a variety of services including but not limited to: medical transports, motorist assists, money escorts, lock/unlock requests, respond to fire safety device activations, accident and criminal investigations.
9. Conduct crime awareness programs along with Resident Advisors for the students.
10. Check for and report all suspicious activity, equipment malfunction, and other irregularities.
11. Provide security at special events.
12. Perform other duties as assigned by the Director, Chief of Police, Lieutenant, or Sergeant.

Benefits

1. Medical and retirement benefits.
2. Tuition program benefits including undergraduate courses for employees and spouses.
3. Tuition benefits for qualified dependent children after required years of service.
4. Participation in the Tuition Exchange Program, which may include tuition waivers at other member institutions across the country after five years of service.

More information about tuition benefits can be found at: https://hr.lafayette.edu/tuition/

To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter addressing your qualifications, along with the names and contact information of three professional references, via this application link.

Lafayette College is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and supportive community. We value diversity in all its manifestations and seek to promote equity and inclusiveness across our campus environment.