Patrol Officer

Patrol Officer

For full consideration, applications must be received by May 26, 2026. Finalists for this position must communicate well and successfully complete an interview process. Completing this search is contingent upon available funding.

University Patrol Officers are responsible for providing a safe and secure living and learning environment for the University Community. Officers are on duty 365 days a year and provide immediate responses to all types of emergencies on campus. Patrol Officers provide services in areas of patrol, investigations, parking enforcement, residence hall protection, building security, crime prevention and special event security. This position involves a great deal of interaction with students performing community-oriented policing with a strong emphasis on student success and retention recognizing the social importance of 21st Century professional and ethical police functions for tactful and courteous treatment of all persons. This is an "essential personnel" position. Patrol officers are expected to remain or report to work during partial or full day closings and during other emergent circumstances.

Ability to enforce laws legally, firmly, tactfully and with dignity & respect for the rights of others. Ability to make independent decisions and make recommendations without close supervision. Ability to act quickly and calmly in emergency situations and to determine the proper courses of action. Must use personnel effectively and prudently and request additional personnel (OT) only when necessary as in an emergency. May be required to occasionally serve as Officer in Charge or assume Incident Command at a critical incident.

Possession of a valid Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle operator's license. Formal training in the provisions of basic police services as certified through Act 120 training; OR any equivalent experience or training. Ability to meet MPOETC qualifications regarding medical physical, psychological, drug testing and any other requirements established by the University. Receipt of the Basic Police Commission with arrest powers, granted by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Ability to successfully complete the University Firearms Qualification Requirements at required intervals. Must satisfactorily complete Act 180 updates annually.

Knowledge of and skill in practicing emergency first-aid and CPR techniques. Ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations and to determine proper courses of action. Ability to enforce laws legally, firmly, tactfully, and with respect for the rights of others. Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Ability to follow a chain of command. Ability to safely & legally operate state vehicles and possess a valid Pennsylvania driver's license required. Some knowledge of Community Policing Community Relations Proficient in the handling and use of firearms & use of offensive and defensive weapons. Commitment to fair and equitable 21st Century policing best practices.

Ability to patrol campus and respond to emergencies on foot and by vehicle. Ability to walk/stand for extended periods of time for patrol, and traffic and crowd control. Ability to work in inclement weather conditions, weekends, shift work or extreme heat. Ability to perform CPR and basic first aid. Ability to analyze incidents and triage the event bringing a safe & effective resolve. Ability to effectively communicate using a two-way radio and related office equipment. Ability to safely operate law enforcement vehicles in routine and emergency situations. Ability to make arrests, serve warrants and testify in court. Ability to conduct investigations including in the field work and follow-up interviews. Ability to write effective detailed reports of investigations, accidents and incidents. Ability to effectively communicate with lawyers, physicians, directors, deans, Vice Presidents, the President, student groups and organizations.

Open Date mm-dd-yyyy - 05/12/2026. Close Date mm-dd-yyyy. Open Until Filled - Yes. Offers of employment are conditional, pending successful completion of the background clearances mandated by Act 153 of 2014 and Board of Governors Policy 2014-01-A: Protection of Minors. In order to qualify for a provisional appointment, the Applicant Acknowledgement Consent Form, Provisional Hire Form, Pennsylvania State Police and Justifacts portion of the clearance process must be successfully completed prior to your start date. The remaining PA Child Abuse History Clearance and FBI Clearance must be successfully completed and returned as soon as possible within the first 90 days of employment.

At Commonwealth University we recognize our responsibility to continuously support a living, learning, and working environment that values the diverse contributions from all members of our campus community. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion enriches our campus community and is instrumental to our institutional success. Commonwealth University strives to cultivate a campus climate that allows all members to embrace diversity, equity and inclusion as we achieve success both in and out of the classroom, in our work responsibilities, and in our professional lives beyond Commonwealth University. We uphold our commitment to DEI by: Actively supporting and promoting the intellectual and personal growth of our students, inside and outside of the classroom. Providing workshops, trainings, programs designed to broaden the knowledge and understanding of diversity, equity and inclusion within our campus community. Ensuring that all learning and living environments throughout our campus are welcoming and capable of serving all individuals.

The University prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment on the basis of sex, race, color, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, marital or family status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability in any decision regarding admissions, employment, or participation in a University program or activity in accordance with the letter and spirit of federal, state, and local non-discrimination and equal opportunity laws, such as Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendments Act, the Equal Pay Act, and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act. The University also complies with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crimes Statistics Act, as amended by the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Title IX prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discrimination. VAWA imposes additional duties on universities and colleges to investigate and respond to reports of sexual assault, stalking, and dating or domestic violence, and to publish policies and procedures related to the way these reports are handled. The University has designated the Title IX Coordinator (Jennifer Raup, Elwell Hall, ORL, 570-389-4808, jraup@commonwealthu.edu or titleixcoord@commonwealthu.edu), to coordinate the University's compliance with Title IX and VAWA and to respond to reports of violations. The University has directed the Police Department to coordinate the University's compliance with the VAWA-related Clery reporting requirements. For information on the University's crime statistics, which is available in a publication called "Annual Security Report", please contact Commonwealth University Bloomsburg Police at 570-389-2211, Commonwealth University Mansfield Police at 570-662-4900, or Commonwealth University Lock Haven Police at 570-484-2278 or by accessing the following website: Additionally, inquiries concerning Title IX and its implementing regulation can be made to the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights, Region III, The Wanamaker Building, 100 Penn Square East Suite 505, Philadelphia, PA 19107; Phone: (215) 656-6010; Fax: (215) 656-6020.

The Power of Three Bloomsburg, Lock Haven and Mansfield universities have joined forces to boldly transform higher education in our region and beyond. While we are uniting as Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania, you can expect a college experience that is anything but common. We're Honoring our History by preserving the founding principles of each campus and continuing our vibrant on-campus student experience, serving as pillars of our communities, supporting students and our neighbors alike. We're Investing in Today by answering the greatest challenges facing higher education: accessibility, cost, quality, and relevance through the combined strength of our storied institutions. We're Building a Powerful Tomorrow by boldly changing the trajectory of public education to position ourselves for growth, increased access, and to meet economic and workforce development needs in our region, across Pennsylvania and beyond.

Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter. Optional Documents: Professional Licenses/Certifications.

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