Police Officer

The Pennsylvania State University; Scranton (Lackawanna 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 team, ensuring the safety and well-being of a diverse community across multiple campuses. This role emphasizes integrity, respect, and community engagement, requiring candidates to foster positive relationships with students, faculty, and staff. The department values diversity and inclusion, creating an innovative work environment. Successful candidates will enjoy a competitive starting salary, with opportunities for growth and development in a supportive atmosphere. Join this vital mission to protect and serve while making a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Act 120 Certification is required or must be obtained during hiring.
• Ability to work with diverse cultures and backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Protect life and property while promoting community engagement.
• Enforce laws and university policies through patrol and education.
• Investigate and apprehend violators to ensure legal compliance.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Analytical Skills

Judgment

Organizational Skills

Respect for Law

Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Social Media

Surveillance Technology

Job description

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Job Description and Requirements:

The Penn State University Police and Public Safety Department protects over 100,000 students, employees, and visitors across 22 campuses in Pennsylvania. We are seeking Act 120 Certified Police Officers who embody integrity, respect, responsibility, discovery, excellence, and community.

Our department values diversity, equity, and inclusion, striving for an inclusive, innovative work environment and community engagement. All employees are expected to embody Penn State's and the department's commitment to these principles. More information can be found at http://police.psu.edu/.

Interested candidates must apply through this posting. Candidates will have the opportunity to select preferred campus locations during the process.

Responsibilities:

• Protect life and property, maintain peace, and promote community engagement.
• Enforce laws, university policies, and regulations through patrol, education, inspection, and enforcement.
• Investigate and apprehend violators, ensuring legal compliance.

Qualifications:

• Skills to foster respect for law enforcement and the university community.
• Ability to collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and agencies.
• Effective testimony skills for court.
• Excellent customer service, communication, analytical, judgment, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work with diverse cultures and backgrounds.
• Respect for constitutional rights.
• High standard of conduct, abiding by laws and policies.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent, up to one year of relevant experience.
• Act 120 Certification (current, enrolled, or ability to obtain during hiring).

Knowledge of technology, investigations, social media, and surveillance is preferred.

Additional Requirements:

• Successful background check.
• BPAD scenario evaluation.
• U.S. citizenship and minimum age of 21.
• Fingerprint and criminal background checks.
• Valid driver's license and motor vehicle records check.
• Credit history check.

Please include a cover letter and resume. Starting salary is $65,395.20, with potential increases. The current contract expires June 30, 2028.

Learn More:

Visit http://police.psu.edu/ for more information about us and our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability.

Campus Security and Equal Opportunity:

We publish an annual security report as required by law. Employment requires successful background checks. Penn State is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. Contact us at 814-865-1473 if you require accommodations due to disability.