Police Officer

The Pennsylvania State University; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Act 120 Certified Police Officers to join their dynamic team. This role involves protecting and serving a vibrant community of over 100,000 individuals across multiple campuses. Candidates will engage in various law enforcement duties, including community policing, investigations, and ensuring safety. The ideal candidate will embody values of integrity, respect, and community engagement, contributing to a cohesive and inclusive environment. If you are passionate about public safety and community service, this opportunity offers a fulfilling career path with a commitment to diversity and excellence.

Qualifications

• Act 120 Certification is required for employment.
• Knowledge of information technology and software applications is desired.

Responsibilities

• Protect life and property while enforcing laws and University policies.
• Engage positively with the community and enhance public safety.

Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Verbal Communication Skills

Written Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Judgment and Ethical Decision-Making

Ability to Work Cooperatively

Respect for Constitutional Rights

Cultural Competence

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Act 120 Certification

Tools

Information Technology

Surveillance Equipment

Social Media

Job description

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Penn State University Police and Public Safety Department is responsible for protecting and serving more than 100,000 students, employees as well as visitors at 22 campuses located throughout Pennsylvania. We are a cohesive and centralized department with sworn police officers who have full law enforcement authority serving the 22 campuses with our headquarters being located at University Park. We are searching for Act 120 Certified (*) Police Officers to join our team who hold the values of integrity, respect, responsibility, discovery, excellence, and community.

University Police and Public Safety's values model those ofPenn State's and we are especially committed to our vision to establish a cohesive, inclusive, and innovative work environment while also providing consistent professional and value-added service to our communities. As an incoming team member in University Police and Public Safety, it will be expected that all employees embody and model Penn State's andFinance and Business's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of Penn State's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and the University Police and Public Safety's public service mission. (http://police.psu.edu/)

All interested candidates must apply to this posting to be considered for an opportunity when a position becomes available at one of the Penn State campuses.Candidates advancing through the recruitment process will be provided an opportunity to select which campus location or locations they have interest in obtaining employment.

Police officers are responsible for carrying out the functions of protection of life and property, preservation of peace and good order of the community, enhancement of positive community engagement initiatives, enforcement of laws and University policies/procedures, public safety, investigative work, and other related duties. The successful candidate will be responsible for the prevention of illegal, unsafe, or undesirable activity and regulatory violations through patrol, education, inspection, and the deterrent effect of enforcement. Police officers will also be expected toenforce National, Federal, State, and local laws, as well as University regulations, through investigation, apprehension, and prosecution of violators.

Successful candidates will possess:

• Skills necessary to enhance public respect for law enforcement and the University with courteous, devoted,andethical service
• Capacityto work cooperatively with various levels of faculty, staff, students, and outside agencies
• Ability to provide effective, honest, and credible testimony at court hearings
• Outstanding customer service orientation; excellent verbal and written communication skills; excellent analytical, judgment, ethicaldecision-making,and organizational skills
• Ability to work with a wide variety of diverse cultures and backgrounds
• Respectforthe constitutional rights of all people to liberty,equality,and justice
• Capability touphold an excellent standard of conduct at all times, abiding by laws, regulations and policies

The position of police officer minimally requires a high school diploma or equivalent and up to one year of relevant experience.(*) Pennsylvania Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Commission (MPOETC) Act 120 Certification is required for employment. Candidates must be currently Act120 certified; currently enrolled in aPennsylvania MPOETC Act 120police academy;orhave the ability toobtainPennsylvania MPOETC Act 120certificationduring the hiring process (this applies to out of state waiver and reinstatement applicants).

Knowledge on the use of information technology, software applications, surveillance equipment, social media, and communications (digital and conventional) in conducting investigations is highly desired.

This position requires:

• Successful Background Investigation
• Successful BPADscenario-basedevaluation
• U.S. Citizenship
• Must be at least 21 years of age on or before start date
• Fingerprint background check
• Successful completion of all MPOETCrequirementsif not currentlycertified or eligible for certification
• PA State Police Criminal Background Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form, and Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check
• Operation of 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
• Successful completion of a credit history check

Please include a cover letter and resume with your application.

Starting contractual base salary is $ $65,395.20. Annual rate changes and service time increases as applicable. The current contract expires June 30, 2028.

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Campus Information

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

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.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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