What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police /Academy position at University of Pittsburgh?
Gains the necessary skills to successfully graduate from the Police Academy and attain MPOETC certification. Accompanies police officers in conducting patrols, enforcing laws, and responding to calls. Develops and enhances skills and understanding of laws, policies, and procedures. Recruits potential candidates, provides program information, and attends promotional events.
Bradford Security
Essential Functions
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
Physical Effort
Ability to communicate over phone/radio. Provide security protection for the campus community. Requires prolonged periods of walking, standing and sitting. Ability to operate a motor vehicle, all-terrain vehicle and successfully pass any required firearms qualification required by the department.
The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.
Assignment Category
Full-time regular
Job Classification
Staff.Police Officer - Academy
Job Family
Safety & Security
Campus
Bradford
Minimum Education Level Required
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years Of Experience Required
No experience required
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience?
No
Additional Details About Required Licensure/Certification
Required: Background investigation & Child Protective Clearances - psychological evaluation - physical & 5 panel drug screen - reading test - physical fitness test (run, pushups-sit-ups must meet 30th percentile or above) - Final appointment is contingent upon admission to the Act 120 Police Academy at IUP. Failing to graduate from the Academy or attaining MPOETC certification within 30 days because of conduct, ethics, or policy violations will result in termination
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
Bradford Security
Essential Functions
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
Physical Effort
Ability to communicate over phone/radio. Provide security protection for the campus community. Requires prolonged periods of walking, standing and sitting. Ability to operate a motor vehicle, all-terrain vehicle and successfully pass any required firearms qualification required by the department.
The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.
Assignment Category
Full-time regular
Job Classification
Staff.Police Officer - Academy
Job Family
Safety & Security
Campus
Bradford
Minimum Education Level Required
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum Years Of Experience Required
No experience required
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience?
No
Additional Details About Required Licensure/Certification
Required: Background investigation & Child Protective Clearances - psychological evaluation - physical & 5 panel drug screen - reading test - physical fitness test (run, pushups-sit-ups must meet 30th percentile or above) - Final appointment is contingent upon admission to the Act 120 Police Academy at IUP. Failing to graduate from the Academy or attaining MPOETC certification within 30 days because of conduct, ethics, or policy violations will result in termination
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