Job Summary Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please provide three professional references in the application form.

Recommended candidate will be required to complete criminal background checks, including Act 34 (State Police); Act 151 (Child Abuse); and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment.

Posting NumberPosting Number N01207Classification TitleClassification Title Patrol OfficerWorking TitleWorking Title Patrol OfficerEmployee GroupEmployee Group StaffBargaining UnitBargaining Unit POALocationLocation Main CampusDepartmentDepartment PolicePay RatePay Rate $50,011Employment TypeEmployment Type Regular FTWork ScheduleMay work days, evenings, holidays or weekends and shift work. 7 am

• 3 pm; 3 pm
• 11 pm; 11 pm
• 7 am.

Position Summary InformationPosition SummarySlippery Rock University is currently recruiting for a patrol officer. Patrol officers on a university campus perform community oriented policing. Our officers are highly interactive with the student population as many students are away from home for the first time and seek guidance and direction from our officers. The role is one of assistance and enforcement, and the officers are viewed as problem solvers. We look for leadership potential and excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to make presentations and relate to our student population. The officers provide a police presence that promotes the safety and security of all members of the University community.

This is an essential personnel position.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Enforce Commonwealth of PA laws and University regulationsPatrols campus by foot, bike or vehicleMonitors/responds to calls for criminal, general assistance, campus emergenciesProvides emergency first aid as neededCompletes written reports on necessary forms promptly and accuratelyPatrols campus property and buildings to assure proper security and reports general building and grounds security issuesCompletes/files reports of crime and other police matters and conducts initial investigations;Provides assistance to other local law enforcement agencies as neededProvides safety and law enforcement for extra-curricular, social and recreational events and activitiesMay advise student or community activity groupsFiles appropriate criminal charges for violation of Commonwealth laws and/or enforces vehicle code violationsInvestigates traffic accidents and prepares reportsDirects traffic, enforces parking regulations, makes criminal arrests, serves warrants, transports prisoners, takes fingerprints, attends hearings, testifies and enforces University policies and proceduresAttends required trainingPerforms other duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsOne year of police experience and formal training in the provisions of basic police services as certified through ACT 120 training; or any equivalent experience or training; possession of a valid driver's operator's license; ability to meet such qualifications regarding strength, agility and health required. The successful candidate must also satisfactorily pass psychological and medical testing, as well as be able to be commissioned in Pennsylvania. Candidate must be available to work shifts, holidays and weekends. A successful campus interview and passing a criminal background check required.

Preferred QualificationsPreference will be given to applicants who have had police work within the last two years; have knowledge of Commonwealth criminal and traffic laws, rules and regulations; experience with computer software, including Microsoft Word Office Suite; excellent communication skills; and possess an understanding of diverse populations.

Posting DatePosting Date 04/14/2026Closing DateOpen Until Filled NoNotice of Non-DiscriminationSlippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, age/or veteran status in its programs or activities in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Chief Human Resource Officer205 Old Main Building104 Maltby AvenueSlippery Rock UniversitySlippery Rock, PA 16057724.738.2070Respect for Individuals in the CommunitySlippery Rock University provides an environment that respects, encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all. Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense of purpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation. Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includes all persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, in the working environment, and in the daily life of the university community.

Special Instructions to ApplicantsPlease provide three professional references in the application form.

Recommended candidate will be required to complete criminal background checks, including Act 34 (State Police); Act 151 (Child Abuse); and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment.

Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (

• ).
• Do you have basic police services as certified through ACT 120 Municipal Police Officers Education and Training Commission (MPOETC)?YesNo
• Do you possess a valid and current driver's license?

YesNo#J-18808-Ljbffr Job Description Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please provide three professional references in the application form.

Recommended candidate will be required to complete criminal background checks, including Act 34 (State Police); Act 151 (Child Abuse); and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment.

Posting NumberPosting Number N01207Classification TitleClassification Title Patrol OfficerWorking TitleWorking Title Patrol OfficerEmployee GroupEmployee Group StaffBargaining UnitBargaining Unit POALocationLocation Main CampusDepartmentDepartment PolicePay RatePay Rate $50,011Employment TypeEmployment Type Regular FTWork ScheduleMay work days, evenings, holidays or weekends and shift work. 7 am

• 3 pm; 3 pm
• 11 pm; 11 pm
• 7 am.

Position Summary InformationPosition SummarySlippery Rock University is currently recruiting for a patrol officer. Patrol officers on a university campus perform community oriented policing. Our officers are highly interactive with the student population as many students are away from home for the first time and seek guidance and direction from our officers. The role is one of assistance and enforcement, and the officers are viewed as problem solvers. We look for leadership potential and excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to make presentations and relate to our student population. The officers provide a police presence that promotes the safety and security of all members of the University community.

This is an essential personnel position.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Enforce Commonwealth of PA laws and University regulationsPatrols campus by foot, bike or vehicleMonitors/responds to calls for criminal, general assistance, campus emergenciesProvides emergency first aid as neededCompletes written reports on necessary forms promptly and accuratelyPatrols campus property and buildings to assure proper security and reports general building and grounds security issuesCompletes/files reports of crime and other police matters and conducts initial investigations;Provides assistance to other local law enforcement agencies as neededProvides safety and law enforcement for extra-curricular, social and recreational events and activitiesMay advise student or community activity groupsFiles appropriate criminal charges for violation of Commonwealth laws and/or enforces vehicle code violationsInvestigates traffic accidents and prepares reportsDirects traffic, enforces parking regulations, makes criminal arrests, serves warrants, transports prisoners, takes fingerprints, attends hearings, testifies and enforces University policies and proceduresAttends required trainingPerforms other duties as assignedMinimum QualificationsOne year of police experience and formal training in the provisions of basic police services as certified through ACT 120 training; or any equivalent experience or training; possession of a valid driver's operator's license; ability to meet such qualifications regarding strength, agility and health required. The successful candidate must also satisfactorily pass psychological and medical testing, as well as be able to be commissioned in Pennsylvania. Candidate must be available to work shifts, holidays and weekends. A successful campus interview and passing a criminal background check required.

Preferred QualificationsPreference will be given to applicants who have had police work within the last two years; have knowledge of Commonwealth criminal and traffic laws, rules and regulations; experience with computer software, including Microsoft Word Office Suite; excellent communication skills; and possess an understanding of diverse populations.

Posting DatePosting Date 04/14/2026Closing DateOpen Until Filled NoNotice of Non-DiscriminationSlippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, age/or veteran status in its programs or activities in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Chief Human Resource Officer205 Old Main Building104 Maltby AvenueSlippery Rock UniversitySlippery Rock, PA 16057724.738.2070Respect for Individuals in the CommunitySlippery Rock University provides an environment that respects, encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all. Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense of purpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation. Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includes all persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, in the working environment, and in the daily life of the university community.

Special Instructions to ApplicantsPlease provide three professional references in the application form.

Recommended candidate will be required to complete criminal background checks, including Act 34 (State Police); Act 151 (Child Abuse); and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment.

Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (

• ).
• Do you have basic police services as certified through ACT 120 Municipal Police Officers Education and Training Commission (MPOETC)?YesNo
• Do you possess a valid and current driver's license?

YesNo#J-18808-Ljbffr