Police Officer Position Available In Northampton, Pennsylvania
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Job Description
Police Officer Moravian University – 4.2
Bethlehem, PA Job Details Full-time Estimated:
$51K – $64.5K a year 2 days ago Qualifications Mid-level Act 120 Organizational skills Act 235 Associate’s degree 2 years Full Job Description
CLASSIFICATION
Support Staff
DEPARTMENT
Campus Police
FLSA STATUS
: Non-Exempt
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Supervised by the Chief of Police, Lieutenant, or Sergeants
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
:
N/A LOCATION
Moravian University or Lancaster Theological Seminary
POSITION SUMMARY
Moravian University Police Officers are charged with the security of life, limb, property, and equipment within the institution, the enforcement of all institution rules and regulations, and the enforcement of laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and Federal Regulations. Officers are also charged with fulfilling the mission of the Moravian University Police Department, which is to promote a safe and well-ordered environment for students, faculty, staff, and other members of the community by extending care and assistance, overseeing the physical surroundings and, when necessary, enforcing laws and regulations, all carried out in a compassionate manner hallmarked by the values of Respect, Integrity, Service and Excellence (RISE).
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Enforce the rules and regulations of Moravian University and laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and Federal Regulations. Provide armed patrol of the campus by vehicle and on foot. Investigate reports of criminal activity. Document any police interactions and prepare reports in the department’s record management system. Provide for the security of all campus buildings and property by assisting in the locking of buildings and reporting circumstances that present any danger to university property, students, or employees. Direct traffic and investigate motor vehicle accidents. Provide a variety of services including but not limited to: medical transports, motorist assists, money escorts, lock/unlock requests, respond to fire safety device activations, accident and criminal investigations. Conduct crime awareness programs along with Resident Advisors for the students. Check for and report all suspicious activity, equipment malfunction, and other irregularities. Provide for security at special events. Perform other duties as may be assigned by the Chief of Police, Lieutenant, Sergeants or
OIC. EDUCATIONAL BENEFITS INCLUDE
Tuition waivers to employees for undergraduate, Seminary, and graduate courses Tuition waivers for an employee’s spouse/domestic partner for undergraduate and Seminary courses Tuition waivers for an employee’s qualified dependent children, after the employee has completed two (2) years of service. Moravian University is also a member of the Tuition Exchange Program, which enables qualified dependent children to attend member institutions (approximately 600 throughout the country) and receive, in many cases, full waiver of tuition fees, after the employee has completed five (5) years of service.
QUALIFICATIONS
The candidate must have a minimum of an Associates Degree or prior experience as a campus police officer or as a community-based police officer. Certification under PA Act 120 or equivalent, if from outside PA, with the ability to obtain comparative compliance as a police officer in PA, via the waiver process. Waiver process includes proof of certification of completion from an approved police academy (i.e., NJ PTC certified) and passing a written examination regarding PA laws. Certification under PA Act 235 or the ability to become certified by attending the one-week PA Act 235 training is required. Must maintain a valid or current PA operator’s license or operator’s license in the state which residing. Appreciation of the service and educational role of a university Campus Police Department. The position demands excellent organizational skills as well as superior interpersonal skills (verbal and written), and an ability and desire to work closely with all constituencies of the University including students, staff and faculty, in addition to the general public. Must submit to a background check, and upon conditional appointment pass a medical examination, drug screen and psychological examination. Must be in excellent physical condition to respond to emergencies and handle criminal incidents in accordance with the rules of Campus Police. Must be able to provide occasional coverage for shifts and special events as necessary.
TO APPLY
Qualified candidates should attach their cover letter and resume to the online application Please attach documents as a PDF file. Moravian University will not sponsor applicants for a U.S work visa for this position.