Part Time Sheriff and Deputy Sheriff Trainers

Penn State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University in University Park seeks qualified law enforcement instructors for the Sheriff and Deputy Sheriff's Basic Training Academy. This is a face-to-face, on-site role with no remote work.

Instructors will support up to three 19-week residency programs yearly, delivering modules such as Firearms, Defensive Tactics, and EVOC. Part-time positions require state certifications and ongoing engagement with assigned training needs.

Qualifications

• Certifications in firearms, defensive tactics, and emergency care required.
• Certification through PCCD and Sheriff/Deputy Sheriff Training Board required.
• Experience delivering in-person training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide face-to-face instruction for training modules as listed.
• Coordinate training schedules and assignments as needed.
• Ensure compliance with university policies and safety standards.

Skills

Firearms

Defensive Tactics

Tactical Combat Casualty Care

EVOC

Physical Conditioning

Officer Safety

Crisis Intervention

Criminal Law

Civil Law

Education

Certification through PCCD

Sheriff & Deputy Sheriff Training and Education Board

Job description

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants .

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Justice and Safety Institute is seeking qualified law enforcement instructors for the Sheriff and Deputy Sheriff's Basic Training Academy at University Park. This work assignment requires face-to-face, hands-on instruction with no possibility of remote work.

The Sheriff's Academy hosts up to three, 19-week residency training programs yearly. All instructors are part-time and schedule training assignments as needed.

Training modules include:

• Firearms
• Defensive Tactics
• Tactical Combat Casualty Care/Emergency First Aid
• Emergency Vehicle Operations (EVOC)
• Physical Conditioning
• Officer Safety
• Crisis Intervention
• Pennsylvania Criminal and Civil law

Interested instructors are required to produce certification certificates for these specialized subjects.

In addition, all potential instructors must be certified through PCCD (Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency) and the Sheriff & Deputy Sheriff Training and Education Board.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis through the open job announcement and will be reviewed as Academy needs arise.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here .

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