Patrol Officer Trainee
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA
Full-time
Law Enforcement / Security
Posted on April 29, 2024
Posting Details
Position Details
Posting Number
N01039
Classification Title
Patrol Officer Trainee
Working Title
Patrol Officer Trainee
Employee Group
Staff
Bargaining Unit
POA
Location
Main Campus
Department
Police
Pay Rate
$16.64 per hr while in academy/ $47,507 after passing MPOETC
Employment Type
Regular FT
Work Schedule
Dictated by Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Commission Police Academy schedule.
Position Summary Information
Position Summary
Slippery Rock University Police Department invites applicants for full-time Patrol Officer Trainee.
The Patrol Officer Trainee position is an entry-level position designed to identify new police recruits. This position will be tasked by completing aMOPETCcertified Police Academy. Once finished the academy the recruit will provide basic police services as a Patrol Officer within the department and work with one of our field training officers. The employee will be released once theFTOprogram is successfully completed. Employees in this classification do exercise powers of arrest.
While attending the Police Academy the trainee is a full-time employee of Slippery Rock University. Upon successful completion of the academy, the employee knows that in the event an officer resigns willingly during the 4 years after the Police Academy completion from the position, the officer must repay the costs of any fee incurred by the University.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience with computer software, including Microsoft Word Office Suite.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Date
03/22/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
No
Notice of Non-Discrimination
Slippery 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, TitleVIIof 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 Officer
205 Old Main Building
104 Maltby Avenue
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA 16057
724.738.2007
Respect for Individuals in the Community
Slippery 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 Applicants
Must include 3 professional references.
InternalPosting will post externally 3/27/2024
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Position Details
Posting Number
N01039
Classification Title
Patrol Officer Trainee
Working Title
Patrol Officer Trainee
Employee Group
Staff
Bargaining Unit
POA
Location
Main Campus
Department
Police
Pay Rate
$16.64 per hr while in academy/ $47,507 after passing MPOETC
Employment Type
Regular FT
Work Schedule
Dictated by Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Commission Police Academy schedule.
Position Summary Information
Position Summary
Slippery Rock University Police Department invites applicants for full-time Patrol Officer Trainee.
The Patrol Officer Trainee position is an entry-level position designed to identify new police recruits. This position will be tasked by completing aMOPETCcertified Police Academy. Once finished the academy the recruit will provide basic police services as a Patrol Officer within the department and work with one of our field training officers. The employee will be released once theFTOprogram is successfully completed. Employees in this classification do exercise powers of arrest.
While attending the Police Academy the trainee is a full-time employee of Slippery Rock University. Upon successful completion of the academy, the employee knows that in the event an officer resigns willingly during the 4 years after the Police Academy completion from the position, the officer must repay the costs of any fee incurred by the University.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must possess a valid Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle operator's license.
- Must have a high school diploma, or equivalency diploma.
- Must be able to work nights, weekends, and overtime.
- Position will require employee to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations and to determine proper courses of action.
- Must possess excellent oral and written skills.
- Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
- Must possess an understanding of diverse populations.
Experience with computer software, including Microsoft Word Office Suite.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Date
03/22/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
No
Notice of Non-Discrimination
Slippery 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, TitleVIIof 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 Officer
205 Old Main Building
104 Maltby Avenue
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA 16057
724.738.2007
Respect for Individuals in the Community
Slippery 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 Applicants
Must include 3 professional references.
InternalPosting will post externally 3/27/2024
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- Please acknowledge that if you are hired as a Patrol Officer Trainee, after successful completion of the program, trainees will have a one year probationary period, and four years of required full-time employment with Slippery Rock University or prorated repayment of tuition and fees for the Police Academy is required.
- Yes
- No
- Do you possess a valid and current driver's license?
- Yes
- No
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
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