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The University of Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh, PA (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 3 days ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/22/2026

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Job Description

Police Officer Public Safety - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (25006269) Responsibilities include ensuring public safety in a multi-cultural environment in the third largest police department in Allegheny County. 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. hazards.
RESPONSE TO CALLS FOR SERVICE
Responds immediately to all requests for service and takes appropriate action(s). Conducts effective, thorough preliminary, and follow-up investigations. Provides appropriate assistance. Transportation and direction to all persons who need it. Resolve conflict through effective problem assessment. Communication in accordance with Federal and State laws, Local ordinances, and University and Department rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Interacts appropriately with all persons in a courteous, fair and respectful manner. Provides safety and protection continuously to all members of and visitors to the University and Community, as well as protection of university property. Duties and responsibilities while protecting the constitutional rights of others. 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; 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 in the third largest police department in Allegheny County. 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. Physical Effort
OBSERVATION, PATROL & ENFORCEMENT
Patrols grounds, buildings in vehicle and on foot; checks/secures all University property in assigned area. Actively and continuously monitors and evaluates all activity in assigned areas. Identifies, assesses, and reports suspicious persons/activities and trends; initiates appropriate action(s) to respond to each situation. Provide assistance, direction and information as needed based upon the situation. Enforces traffic regulations, restrictions, laws. Recognizes and reports safety hazards. The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran. Assignment Category Full-time regular Job Classification Union Eligible.

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Officer Campus Pittsburgh 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 40
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, Cover Letter Optional Documents Not Applicable, Resume

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