The Department of Public Safety and Police at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) invites applicants for a full time Patrol Officer. Cadets attending the academy can apply and be pre-qualified contingent on the requirements in this posting.

Founded in 1875, IUP is a vibrant, comprehensive, research-based, teaching-focused, student-centered learning community located approximately 55 miles northeast of Pittsburgh. IUP combines the academic opportunities of a large university with the highly personalized and intimate learning-centered environment of a small college and serves approximately 9,000 students, 1,100 employees, and a diverse community of visitors on the Indiana (main), Punxsutawney, and Pittsburgh East Campuses as well as the Kovalchick Complex.

SUMMARY:
An employee in this classification provides police services and protection to State System property, grounds, facilities, clientele, employees and the general public. This is basic police services work that includes the provision of routine and customary police services under the direction of a higher ranking police officer or a chief of the police department on the IUP campus.

The work requires Commonwealth of Pennsylvania basic police academy certification and involves making routine decisions and performing actions limited to those guided by standard police procedures, statutes, case law and general university policies and procedures.

Employees in this classification are commissioned police officers and have the same authority as municipal police officers in Pennsylvania. All assignments in this classification involve responsibility for recognizing the social importance of police functions, for tactful and courteous treatment of the general public, and for conscientious and efficient performance of duties under little direct supervision. Work is reviewed by a higher classified police officer or Department Director through personal inspection and review of reports.

The Indiana University of Pennsylvania Police Department seeks to promote and support a department-wide commitment and philosophy to continuous improvement in public safety service delivery through collaborative partnerships, shared decision-making and development of mutual trust and respect with the campus community. Our Mission is to provide a public service-oriented safe and secure academic, working and living environment in support of the University's overarching mission to prepare students to become productive national and world citizens.

WORK SCHEDULE: Shift and Days Off - To Be Determined

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:

An employee in this classification is expected to provide services such as:

• Patrol campus by vehicle and foot
• Respond to calls for service (criminal and general assistance)
• Respond to fire and burglar alarms
• Respond to emergencies on campus
• Patrol campus property and buildings to assure proper security of the same, including, but not limited to, locking and unlocking of facilities; deterring theft, vandalism and loitering; and reporting of general building and grounds security issues
• Complete and file reports of crimes and other police matters and conduct initial investigations
• Provide assistance to other local law enforcement agencies at the direction of the senior officer in charge
• Provide event security and law enforcement services for concerts, shows and athletic competitions
• Provide personal safety escorts or transportation dependent on call load
• File appropriate criminal or traffic charges for violations of Commonwealth laws
• Investigate traffic accidents and prepare reports
• Direct traffic, enforce parking regulations, make criminal arrests, serve warrants, transport prisoners, take finger prints, transport funds for university deposits, testify in court, attend arraignments and preliminary hearings and enforce university policies and procedures
• Perform routine building checks for safety hazards, mechanical problems and failures and other deficiencies

• The above duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statement of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification, Other duties may be required and assigned.

REQUIRED MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

• Formal training in the provisions of basic police services as certified through Act 120 training.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Possession of a valid Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle operator's license.
• All certifications must be kept current.

• A strong background in community oriented policing and crime prevention.
• Experience as a patrol officer with a university/college.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of Commonwealth laws, rules and regulations regarding criminal and traffic code; and, State System of Higher Education policy, procedures and employment requirements.
• Knowledge of Commonwealth provisions for emergency situations.
• Some knowledge of group behavior.
• Skill in the use of issued weapons, physical arrest control, law enforcement driving, investigative techniques and officer safety orientation.
• Ability to make good, timely decisions in stressful situations; and, an ability to execute safe and proper tactical orientation in response to calls for service of a hazardous nature.
• Ability to enforce laws firmly, tactfully, and with respect for the rights of others.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Must possess the ability to enforce local, state and federal laws; knowledge of Commonwealth provisions for emergency situations; knowledge of Commonwealth laws, rules and regulations regarding criminal and traffic code; knowledge of State System of Higher Education policy, procedures and employment requirements; ability to make good, timely decisions in stressful situations; and, the skill in the use of issued weapons, physical arrest control, law enforcement driving, investigative techniques and officer safety orientation.

The work of this position typically involves year-round exposure to outdoor elements and infrequent periods of heavy exertion may occur. Some work-related activities for this position occur in an office environment while most activities are related to driving, walking, interpersonal and even physical interactions with others:

• Ability to travel to field locations and meeting/training sites by motor vehicle when required.
• Communicate both orally and in writing to issue, receive and carry out instructions and orders effectively and to convey information to a variety of co-workers and the general public
• Use a variety of common office machines such as telephones, calculators, copiers, computer terminals, keyboards, video display terminals, auxiliary printers and similar equipment.
• Perform manual duties such as lifting and carrying various weight limits.
• Operate office equipment which may require stooping, kneeling, bending, stretching and prolonged standing.
• Provide assistance and guidance to internal and external customers.
• Follow oral and written instructions

Successful candidates will receive an offer contingent on:

• successfully completing the Act 120 certification
• passing a psychological examination
• passing a basic firearms qualification course, which includes handguns, shotguns and rifles
• successful completion of all pre-employment background clearances