Police Officer (UPJ)

Police Officer (UPJ)

Johnstown Campus Police - Pennsylvania-Johnstown - (26005059)

Job Summary

Ensures public safety in a multi-cultural environment. Police Officer duties include: vehicular and foot patrol of University property; enforcement of criminal and traffic laws; protection of persons and property; investigation of crimes; completion of police reports; testimony in court; and assistance to other law enforcement agencies. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or other related field from an accredited college or University and must have obtained Pennsylvania Act 120 certification prior to appointment; possess a valid PA driver's license as well as a safe driving record.

Essential Functions

Responsibilities include ensuring public safety in a multi-cultural environment. Police Officer duties include vehicular and foot patrol of University property; enforcement of criminal and traffic laws; protection of persons and property; investigation of crimes; completion of police reports; testimony in court; and assistance to other law enforcement agencies

Physical Effort

A physical fitness examination requiring running, jumping, sit-ups, and pushups is required. Ability to operate a motor vehicle and firearms. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or other related field from an accredited college or University and must have obtained Pennsylvania Act 120 certification prior to appointment; possess a valid PA driver’s license; as well as a safe driving record

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category

Full-time regular

Job Classification

Union Eligible.Johnstown Police.Officer

Campus

Johnstown

Minimum Education Level Required

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Years of Experience Required

1

Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience?

No

Required Licensure/Certification

Pennsylvania Act 120 and a PA driver?s license with a safe driving record required.

Work Schedule

Schedule varies by need

Work Arrangement

On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.

Hiring Range

Per Collective Bargaining Agreement

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