Patrol Officer

Millersville University of Pennsylvania • Millersville, PA

77d • $23

About The Position

Join Our Team at Millersville University! Come join a MPOETC commissioned Police Department that is committed to fostering a safe, inclusive, and vibrant campus environment. As part of this mission, the University Police Department plays a vital role in ensuring the well-being of all students, faculty, staff, and visitors. The Patrol Officer position is more than a job-it is a calling to serve with integrity, compassion, and professionalism. The information below outlines the responsibilities, expectations, and core values that define the role of a Patrol Officer at Millersville University, highlighting the essential contributions these officers make to campus life.

Requirements

• Act 120 certification.
• Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication skills.
• Basic PC skills.
• Commitment to inclusive practices and working with diverse student populations.
• Experience working with diverse groups at athletic, social, and cultural events.
• Ability to work with students of diverse cultures, racial and ethnic groups.
• Demonstrated strong analytical and excellent problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in coordination with others.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Successfully obtain CPR/First Aid/AED certification within the first 90 days of employment.
• Successfully pass firearm qualification within the first 90 days of employment.
• Successful interview.
• Successful completion of three background checks.
• Pre-employment physical, psychological, and background evaluation.
• Untarnished work history.

Nice To Haves

• Work experience enforcing procedures regulated by federal, state, or local governments.
• Prior experience working with college-age population.
• Prior experience in parking and crowd control.
• Bi-lingual.
• Knowledge of community policing fundamentals.

Responsibilities

• Patrol campus by foot, vehicle, and bicycle.
• Respond to calls for assistance (criminal and general assistance).
• Respond to calls for fire, burglary alarms.
• Respond to emergencies on campus.
• Patrol campus property and building to assure proper security of the same, including, but not limited to, locking, and unlocking of facilities, precluding 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.
• Assist other local law enforcement agencies at the direction of the lead officer.
• Provide transportation and escort services to students and other visitors to campus.
• File appropriate criminal charges for violations of Commonwealth Laws and/or enforce vehicle code violations.
• Investigate traffic accidents and prepare reports.
• Direct traffic, enforce parking regulations, make criminal arrests, serve warrants, transport prisoners, take fingerprints, transport funds for university deposits, testify in court, attend arraignments and preliminary hearings, and enforce university police and procedures.
• All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $5,000 sign-on bonus. (Must remain employed for 2 years.)
• Friendly working environment.
• Ranked 29th safest out of 400+ campuses in Pennsylvania by NICHE.
• Competitive Salary with overtime options.
• 12-hour shift - (Off every other weekend.)
• State Pension - (Fully vested after 10 years.)
• Tuition benefits for employees and dependents.
• Paid time off (holidays, annual leave, sick leave, personal leave).
• Medical and prescription drug.
• Employer-paid dental, hearing, and vision benefits.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• State Employees Assistance Program (SEAP).
• Voluntary insurances and additional retirement programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed