School Police Officer

Perkiomen Valley Middle School East; Collegeville (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Perkiomen Valley School District is seeking a School Police Officer for Middle School East in Collegeville, PA. This is a full-time, 10-month position (210 days) with an immediate start.

The officer will work under the Chief of Police to develop safety plans and protect students on campus. The role requires sworn officer status with arrest powers as defined by PA law, and completion of NASRO or approved training, plus ongoing firearms qualifications and CPR/First Aid.

Qualifications

• Completed basic training per 53 PA.C.S. Ch. 21 Subch. D or PA State Police Academy.
• Five years of continuous police service.
• NASRO School Resource Officer course or approved equivalent.
• MPOETC firearms qualifications annually.
• School Police Officer Field Training within 90 days of hire.
• CPR, First Aid, AED certification.
• Valid PA driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive safety plans with school admins, security staff and faculty.
• Serve as a sworn officer with arrest power per Pennsylvania Code.
• Support safety and welfare of students on school grounds.

Skills

Verbal & written

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Integrity & confidentiality

Experience with youth

Trauma-informed care

Police training

MS Office & Google

Job description

Perkiomen Valley School District Perkiomen Valley Middle School East - Collegeville, Pennsylvania Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Perkiomen Valley School District is seeking a School Police Officer at Middle School East. This is a full-time, 10-month (210 days) position and is available immediately.

Position Description

Under the direction and supervision of the Chief of Police, the School Police Officer is responsible for working with school administrators, security staff and faculty on developing comprehensive safety plans to provide for the safety and welfare of students while on school grounds. The School Police Officer shall be a sworn police officer with the power to arrest as defined and limited as defined in the Pennsylvania Code.

Terms of Employment

• Full-time; 210 days
• Salary and benefits commensuate with the Confidential/At-Will Employee Groupcompensation plan
• Eligible for Overtime

Certification and/or Licensure Requirements

• Successfully completed basic training as required by the Municipal Police Officers Education and Training Commission under 53 PA.C.S. Ch. 21 Subch. D. or graduated from the Pennsylvania State Police Academy
• Separated honorably from service as a Municipal Police Officer or State Trooper in good standing
• Five (5) years of continuous successful police service
• Upon hire , must successfully complete the Basic School Resource Officer Course of Instruction offered by the National Association of School Resource Officers (NASRO) or an equivalent course of instruction approved by PCCD
• Must successfullycomplete MPOETC annual firearms qualifications
• Must successfully complete “School Police Officer Field Training” within the first 90 days after hire.
• Must possess valid CPR, First Aide, AED Certification
• Must possess a valid PA driver’s license

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Demonstrated experience in working with children and young adults.
• Knowledge of trauma informed practices, mental health and crisis response for adolescents
• Appropriate training with respect to police and juvenile matters.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Google applications.

Please refer to the position guide for a more detailed list of roles and responsibilities associated with this position.

School Police Officer

Perkiomen Valley School District Perkiomen Valley Middle School East - Collegeville, Pennsylvania Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Perkiomen Valley School District

Job Details

Application Deadline: Nov 10, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Perkiomen Valley School District is seeking a School Police Officer at Middle School East. This is a full-time, 10-month (210 days) position and is available immediately.

Position Description

Under the direction and supervision of the Chief of Police, the School Police Officer is responsible for working with school administrators, security staff and faculty on developing comprehensive safety plans to provide for the safety and welfare of students while on school grounds. The School Police Officer shall be a sworn police officer with the power to arrest as defined and limited as defined in the Pennsylvania Code.

Terms of Employment

• Full-time; 210 days
• Salary and benefits commensuate with the Confidential/At-Will Employee Groupcompensation plan
• Eligible for Overtime

Certification and/or Licensure Requirements

• Successfully completed basic training as required by the Municipal Police Officers Education and Training Commission under 53 PA.C.S. Ch. 21 Subch. D. or graduated from the Pennsylvania State Police Academy
• Separated honorably from service as a Municipal Police Officer or State Trooper in good standing
• Five (5) years of continuous successful police service
• Upon hire , must successfully complete the Basic School Resource Officer Course of Instruction offered by the National Association of School Resource Officers (NASRO) or an equivalent course of instruction approved by PCCD
• Must successfullycomplete MPOETC annual firearms qualifications
• Must successfully complete “School Police Officer Field Training” within the first 90 days after hire.
• Must possess valid CPR, First Aide, AED Certification
• Must possess a valid PA driver’s license

Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Demonstrated experience in working with children and young adults.
• Knowledge of trauma informed practices, mental health and crisis response for adolescents
• Appropriate training with respect to police and juvenile matters.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and Google applications.

Please refer to the position guide for a more detailed list of roles and responsibilities associated with this position.

Position Type: Full-time 10-month