Patrol Officer | N01234

Slippery Rock University; Slippery Rock (Butler County); Vor Ort; USD 45.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Slippery Rock University Police Department is seeking a patrol officer to deliver community-oriented policing on campus. Officers engage with students, staff, and visitors while enforcing laws, responding to emergencies, and maintaining a visible safety presence.

The role emphasizes leadership and strong interpersonal skills, with duties including traffic control, incident reporting, and collaboration with local law enforcement. This is an essential personnel position requiring background checks.

Qualifikationen

• One year of police experience and formal training in basic police services.
• Ability to pass psychological and medical testing and obtain Pennsylvania commission.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership potential for student-facing policing.

Aufgaben

• Enforce Commonwealth of PA laws and University regulations.
• Patrol campus by foot, bike, or vehicle.
• Monitor/respond to calls and campus emergencies; provide first aid if needed.
• Complete written reports promptly and accurately.
• Direct traffic and enforce parking regulations; assist in investigations.
• Collaborate with local law enforcement as needed.
• Attend required training and support campus safety initiatives.

Kenntnisse

Police experience

Interpersonal skills

Public safety

Ausbildung

ACT 120 MPOETC training

Tools

Microsoft Word Office Suite

Jobbeschreibung

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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.

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