Patrol Officer

Slippery Rock University; Slippery Rock (Butler County); On-site; USD 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Slippery Rock University is seeking a patrol officer to perform community oriented policing on campus. Officers interact with students and staff, provide guidance, and maintain a visible police presence to promote safety.

The role emphasizes leadership, interpersonal skills, and the ability to engage with a diverse student population. It is an essential personnel position with varied shifts including days, evenings, and weekends.

Qualifications

• One year of police experience and formal training in basic police services as certified through ACT 120 training.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to pass psychological and medical testing and be commissioned in Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• Enforce Commonwealth of PA laws and University regulations.
• Patrol campus by foot, bike or vehicle.
• Monitor/respond to calls for criminal, general assistance, campus emergencies.
• Provide emergency first aid as needed.
• Complete written reports promptly and accurately.
• Direct traffic and enforce parking regulations.
• Investigate incidents and assist other local law enforcement agencies as needed.

Skills

Police experience

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership potential

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please provide three professional references in the application form.
Recommended candidate will be required to complete criminal background checks, including Act 34 (State Police); Act 151 (Child Abuse); and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment.

Posting Number

Posting Number N01234

Classification Title

Classification Title Patrol Officer

Working Title

Working Title Patrol Officer | N01234

Employee Group

Employee Group Staff

Bargaining Unit

Bargaining Unit POA

Location

Location Main Campus

Department

Department Police

Pay Rate

Pay Rate $52,014

Employment Type

Employment Type Regular FT

Work Schedule

May work days, evenings, holidays or weekends and shift work. 7 am – 3 pm; 3 pm – 11 pm; 11 pm – 7 am.

Position Summary Information

Position Summary

Slippery Rock University is currently recruiting for a patrol officer. Patrol officers on a university campus perform community oriented policing. Our officers are highly interactive with the student population as many students are away from home for the first time and seek guidance and direction from our officers. The role is one of assistance and enforcement, and the officers are viewed as problem solvers. We look for leadership potential and excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to make presentations and relate to our student population. The officers provide a police presence that promotes the safety and security of all members of the University community.
This is an essential personnel position.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES :
Enforce Commonwealth of PA laws and University regulations
Patrols campus by foot, bike or vehicle
Monitors/responds to calls for criminal, general assistance, campus emergencies
Provides emergency first aid as needed
Completes written reports on necessary forms promptly and accurately
Patrols campus property and buildings to assure proper security and reports general building and grounds security issues
Completes/files reports of crime and other police matters and conducts initial investigations;
Provides assistance to other local law enforcement agencies as needed
Provides safety and law enforcement for extra-curricular, social and recreational events and activities
May advise student or community activity groups
Files appropriate criminal charges for violation of Commonwealth laws and/or enforces vehicle code violations
Investigates traffic accidents and prepares reports
Directs traffic, enforces parking regulations, makes criminal arrests, serves warrants, transports prisoners, takes fingerprints, attends hearings, testifies and enforces University policies and procedures
Attends required training
Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

One year of police experience and formal training in the provisions of basic police services as certified through ACT 120 training; or any equivalent experience or training; possession of a valid driver’s operator’s license; ability to meet such qualifications regarding strength, agility and health required. The successful candidate must also satisfactorily pass psychological and medical testing, as well as be able to be commissioned in Pennsylvania. Candidate must be available to work shifts, holidays and weekends. A successful campus interview and passing a criminal background check required.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants who have had police work within the last two years; have knowledge of Commonwealth criminal and traffic laws, rules and regulations; experience with computer software, including Microsoft Word Office Suite; excellent communication skills; and possess an understanding of diverse populations.

Posting Date

Posting Date 08/26/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled No

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, age/or veteran status in its programs or activities in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Exec. Director Campus Climate, Culture, and Compliance
205 Old Main Building
104 Maltby Avenue
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA 16057
724.738.2070

Respect for Individuals in the Community

Slippery Rock University provides an environment that respects, encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all. Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense of purpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation. Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includes all persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, in the working environment, and in the daily life of the university community.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please provide three professional references in the application form.
Recommended candidate will be required to complete criminal background checks, including Act 34 (State Police); Act 151 (Child Abuse); and Federal Criminal ( FBI ) clearance prior to appointment.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have basic police services as certified through ACT 120 Municipal Police Officers Education and Training Commission (MPOETC)?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you possess a valid and current driver's license?
  • Yes
  • No