Description

Campus Police Officer
DEPARTMENT:
Campus Police
SUPERVISED BY:
Chief of Campus Police
FLSA STATUS:
Non-exempt hourly
EMPLOYMENT STATUS:
Full-time
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Patrol Officers are responsible for the protection of
life and property, the prevention/suppression of criminal activity, the
apprehension of criminal offenders, the preliminary investigation of calls for
police service, and directed patrol of Seton Hill University grounds, facilities,
buildings, and properties. Patrol Officers will ensure the safety and security of all
University buildings, facilities, employees, residents, students, faculty, and
visitors.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:-360

Patrol Officers determine how to respond to difficult or emergency situations, when to call for outside police or E.M.S. assistance (in many cases this decision must be made instantaneously).-360

Patrol Officers determine when to issue verbal and written warnings, citations,
parking tickets, and criminal complaints. -360

Patrol Officers respond to requests for assistance and conduct incident and accident investigations.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:-360

A high school diploma (or equivalent), PA Drivers License, PA Act 235 Certification, First Aid training, and CPR training are required. PA Act 120 Municipal Police Officer certification is required.-360

Candidate must be able to pass MPOTEC firearms training and certification and a required background investigation.-360

The incumbent must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing, in
person and by telephone. The individual must also be able to drive a vehicle and
to handle situations involving physical strength and agility; must be able to deal
with heights. The incumbent may be assigned to work on daylight, afternoon or
midnight shifts; will be required to work some holidays; and may be required to
work mandatory overtime to ensure minimum shift coverage.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:-360

A minimum of 5 years experience working as a certified local, state, or federal law enforcement officer.

Required applicant materials include a cover letter, resume and contact information for 3 professional references. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
Background checks will be performed on all new hires. Employment is conditional upon acceptable results of background checks and clearances. Qualified applicants should apply at:
careers.setonhill.edu

About Seton Hill University:
Chartered in 1918, Seton Hill University is a leading Catholic coeducational liberal arts university founded by the Sisters of Charity and embracing students of all faiths. Located in southwestern Pennsylvanias Laurel Highlands (yet only 35 miles from Pittsburgh), Seton Hill educates its students to think and act critically, creatively and ethically as productive members of society committed to transforming the world.