Police Officer 1 (2 positions available) - Franklin & Marshall College

Franklin & Marshall College; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 41,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Retirement savings contributions

Education benefits for dependents

Vacation and holidays

Job summary

Franklin & Marshall College is recruiting a full-time Police Officer 1 for the Public Safety department in Lancaster, PA. The role covers overnight shifts (6:00 P.M. – 6:00 A.M.), patrolling campus, and responding to incidents with first aid and detailed reporting.

Requirements include ACT 120 certification (or eligibility), BLS/CPR/First Aid, a PA driver’s license, and the ability to pass background checks and a fitness assessment. Excellent service in a collegial setting is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• ACT 120 Municipal Police Officer certification or eligible.
• BLS/CPR/AED and First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 60 days.
• Valid PA driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Pre-employment background checks, fitness evaluation, drug screen, and psych profile.
• Able to qualify with department firearm.
• Proficiency with Google Suite products.
• Commitment to service and collegial campus environment.
• Successful interview and background checks.

Responsibilities

• Patrol College buildings, grounds, and surrounding areas by foot, bike, or vehicle.
• Respond to incidents, alarms, and requests; provide emergency first aid when needed.
• Complete incident reports, logs, and records per policy and law.
• Assist campus community with information, escorts, and access control.
• Perform additional law enforcement and safety duties as directed.
• Carry out duties while upholding institutional safety goals.

Skills

Driver's license

Public safety mindset

Google Suite

Education

High school diploma or GED

ACT 120 certification

BLS/CPR/First Aid certification

Tools

Google Suite

Job description

Franklin & Marshall College, founded in 1787, is a residential college dedicated to excellence in undergraduate liberal arts education. The College thrives on forward-thinking growth, guided by a comprehensive new strategic plan currently under development. This vision animates dynamic new programs like the Venture and Impact Studio, which fosters student entrepreneurship, and the Mehlman Leadership and Performance Institute, which develops the next generation of leaders. Located in the city of Lancaster, the College integrates with the broader community, with the most recent example being a landmark eight-year partnership anchoring the College's baseball program at the professional Lancaster Stormers stadium.

Exceptional Employee Benefits

We support our staff with a competitive total rewards program designed to provide exceptional work-life harmony. Employees receive a generous 10% employer retirement contribution, alongside comprehensive medical, dental, and life insurance coverage plans. To support your family, the College provides valuable tuition benefits for eligible dependents, while also offering generous paid vacation allocations and recognized holiday closures to ensure ample time for rest and recovery.

To learn more about Lancaster, please go to https://landinlancasterpa.com.

Job Description:

Franklin & Marshall College is recruiting for afull-time Police Office in our Department of Public Safety.

• Location:F&M Campus -Lancaster, PA
• Classification:Full-time, Non-Exempt
• Schedule: 6:00 P.M. - 6:00 A.M. (overnight shift)
• Reports to: Sergeant
• Department: Public Safety
• Approved Hourly Rate:$30.00 per hour with an additional shift differential for overnight shift of $1.50/hour.

Job Description:

The Police Officer 1 proactively safeguards students, faculty, staff, visitors, and institutional property. This role maintains campus security through vigilant patrolling, incident response, emergency first aid, detailed documentation, and active community engagement.

Essential Functions:

• Regularly patrol all designated College buildings, grounds, and surrounding areas via foot, bicycle, or vehicle to deter unlawful activity, identify safety hazards, verify building security, and maintain a visible, reassuring presence.
• Promptly evaluate and respond to critical incidents, routine service calls, alarms, and calls for assistance; implement immediate corrective or tactical actions, administer emergency first aid/CPR when necessary, and coordinate with emergency services.
• Conduct preliminary inquiries, property damage, fire/hazardous conditions, and medical events; provide accurate, comprehensive incident reports, maintain daily shift logs, and secure necessary records in accordance with institutional policy and legal reporting standards.
• Deliver clear guidance, information, and assistance to campus community members and visitors; manage access to secured facilities, execute safety escorts, and handle telephone and walk-in inquiries.
• Execute additional law enforcement, administrative, and emergency management tasks as directed to support overall institutional safety goals.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED.
• ACT 120 Municipal Police Officer training certification (current or expired). or eligible for certification.
• Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) or American Red Cross CPR, AED, and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire).
• Must possess a valid PA driver's license. Officers must have a valid U.S. or Canadian driver's license for at least 2 years, have a driving record that is free from excessive motor vehicle violations within the last 3 years, and have had no convictions in the last 24 months for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Employment is contingent upon a pre-employment background investigation which includes a physical fitness evaluation, pre-employment drug screen and psychological profile.
• Candidates must be able to qualify with a department issued firearm.
• Basic Level of proficiency with Google Suite Products (Gmail, Sheets, Docs, Slides).
• Ability and willingness to provide excellent service and to work in a collegial manner with students, faculty and staff, and other constituencies is essential.
• Successful interview.
• Successful completion of background checks.

Additional Information:

Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of reference checks, a criminal background verification, and verification of credentials. The College will coordinate these verifications.

Full-time members of the Franklin & Marshall College professional staff receive competitive starting pay and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health coverage, dental, vision, generous retirement savings plan contributions, education benefits for employees, spouses and dependent children, and enjoy access to all College facilities including dining venues to suit all tastes, recreation and fitness facilities, and libraries, plus access to College performances, lectures, and events. To learn more about our Benefits, please visit our Benefits Page.

Franklin & Marshall College is committed to having an inclusive campus community where all members are treated with dignity and respect. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the College does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of gender/gender-identity, sex, race or ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, genetic information, family or marital status, sexual orientation, or any other protected class.