Police Officer/ Academy
University of Pittsburgh
Johnstown, PA
Full-time
Law Enforcement / Security
Posted on March 9, 2023
Johnstown Campus Police - Pennsylvania-Johnstown - (23000922)
The individual is responsible for gaining the necessary skills to successfully graduate from the Police Academy and attain MPOETC certification, as well as aiding in recruiting new candidates for the Pitt Police Development Program.
Primary Duties, Responsibilities, Skills, and Abilities (Basic):
-Make satisfactory academic progress towards graduation from the police academy as determined by the Criminal Justice Training Center at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, and complete any testing and/or additional requirements related from the Academy and to attain MPOETC certification
-Attend recruitment events as needed, and engage with potential program candidates
Details of the Position
70% of the Time:
-Develop skills in law enforcement
- Accompany officers in conducting foot and vehicular patrols of a university campus
-Build strong relationships in a multi-cultural environment
-Grow a comprehensive understanding of local, state, and federal laws
-Gain skills in police reporting, investigation, and court testimony
- Demonstrate safe operation of a motor vehicle, all-terrain vehicle, and bicycle
30% of the Time:
-Speak with potential candidates regarding the program over phone, email, and/or department sanctioned social media accounts
-Attend events including tabling, career fairs, and information sessions to recruit potential new candidates at other campuses and in Pennsylvania
-Produce written or video materials detailing their experience in the police academy and or Pitt Police Training Program
Salary & Compensation
-The successful candidate will receive an hourly Academy rate
-An educational expense agreement will compensate Act 120 Academy Tuition, room, and meal plan
Educational and Experience Requirements:
-Bachelor's Degree
Successful applicants will need to complete the following requirements:
- Background Investigation (PA Crime History, FBI Fingerprinting)
- Psychological evaluation
- Physical & Drug Testing
- Nelson-Denny reading test
- Personal interview with a licensed psychologist
- Pre-testing for academy physical requirements (Run, Pushups-situps must meet 30th percentile or above for acceptance)
-Final appointment is contingent upon successful admission to the Act 120 Police Academy at Indiana University of Pennsylvania
In the event that an employee fails to either graduate from the Academy or to attain MPOETC certification within 30 days because of conduct, ethics, or policy violations, their position as Police Officer/Academy or Police Officer will be terminated.
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Assignment Category Full-time regular
Job Classification Staff.Campus Security.III Non-Exempt
Campus Johnstown
Minimum Education Level Required Baccalaureate
Minimum Experience Level Required Less than 1 year experience
Work Schedule Schedule varies by need
Work Arrangement On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.
Hiring Range TBD Based Upon Qualifications
Relocation Offered No
Visa Sponsorship Provided No
Background Check For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.
Required Documents Resume
Optional Documents Not Applicable
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