MANSFIELD UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA Patrol Officer Salary in the United States

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 21 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.

The home campus for these positions is Mansfield.

About the Northeast Integration:
The integration of Bloomsburg, Lock Haven, and Mansfield universities is a bold investment in the communities and people of Pennsylvania. Our mission is to expand high-quality, affordable academic opportunities to support the needs of all learners.
Powerful ideas start here, carried by dynamic stories and voices, resulting in empowered students. Together, we provide financially responsible degree options that maximize experiential learning, career preparation, and efficient time to degree completion.

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 higher education to position ourselves for growth, increased access, and to meet economic and workforce development needs in our region, across Pennsylvania and beyond.

The State System and its universities are committed to cultivating diverse, equitable, and inclusive environments that allow all members of the State System community to thrive.

Examples of Duties

• Directs and controls traffic and parking on University grounds enforcing laws, serving warrants, PFA’s, transporting prisoners, issuing traffic warnings, issuing parking tickets, issuing both traffic and non-traffic citations, for violations of University policy and Commonwealth of Pennsylvania laws.
• Provides safety and Law Enforcement for extra-curricular, social and recreational events and activities at the University (concerts, athletics, dances etc.) AND those groups and persons who come to campus to exercise free speech.
• Transports by state-owned vehicles, persons to & from hospitals and University funds or valuables to proper locations.
• Responds to calls, including mental health, injured persons, panic, fire, bomb threat, active assailant or any other University emergency.
• Investigates suspected crimes, reports findings, files criminal complaints, serves arrest warrants, serves search warrants, conducts surveillance while following Rules of Criminal Procedure & University Police policies.
• Investigates traffic accidents involving persons or property, reporting and pursuing appropriate course of action on University grounds.
• Cooperates and works with local, state, federal and other first responders as needed. (Law Enforcement, Fire, EMS, EMA, DA, Domestic Violence, Hospitals etc.)
• Testifies in court, legal proceedings or university code of conduct as necessary.
• Displays and removes temporary parking signage on campus.
• Prepares and maintains a multitude of reports; daily activity logs, shift reports etc.
• Clearly utilizes two-way radio communications equipment, computers, multi-line telephones, monitor alarms & CCTV, accomplishes routine administrative duties and performs other related work as required.
• Participates in education and training courses, as requested. Completes professional development trainings as required (CPR/AED, firearms, Act 180 etc.)
• Practices safety measures to prevent accidents and injuries, and to ensure compliance with applicable regulations. Completes reports to appropriate work group of deficiencies.
• Operates state vehicles in a legal, safe and courteous manner at time for extended time periods.
• May perform public speaking - community policing events with student or community groups as a special assignment.
• Exhibits abilities to work with diverse groups and populations.
• Patrols campus by foot, vehicle or police bicycle.
• Performs routine building checks for safety hazards, mechanical problems, unlocked doors etc. Unlocks and locks doors – facilities as required.
• May be requested to assisted another University Police Department.
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality, CHRIA, FERPA, HIPAA, JNET, CLEAN

The General Summary and Principal Duties and Responsibilities sections summarized above provide a representative listing only and should not be regarded as a complete statement of tasks performed by incumbents of this position. It should be recognized, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job related duties in addition to those outlined above.

DEICISON MAKING

• 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.

FISCAL RESPONSBILITY

• Must be able to manage cash, receipts and statements for parking tickets & permits (LHU/MU)
• Must use personnel effectively and prudently and request additional personnel (OT) only when necessary as in an emergency.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSBILITY

• May be required to occasionally serve as Officer in Charge or assume Incident Command at a critical incident.
• May supervise student work study employees.

Qualifying Experience/Education
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
1. Formal training in the provisions of basic police services as certified through Act 120 training; OR any equivalent experience or training. ACT 120 training or the equivalent must be successfully completed by the time of appointment.
2. Receipt of the Basic Police Commission with arrest powers, granted by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
3. Ability to successfully complete the University Firearms Qualification Requirements at required intervals.
4. Must satisfactorily complete Act 180 updates annually.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle operator's license. Ability to meet MPOETC qualifications regarding medical physical, psychological, drug testing and any other requirements established by the University

Applicant must possess these skills, knowledge, and abilities or to be able to explain and demonstrate that they can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Knowledge of Commonwealth laws, Rules of Criminal Procedure, rules and regulations governing motor vehicle operation and personal conduct for employees or visitors at Commonwealth facilities.
• Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions appropriate to responsibilities assigned as a law enforcement officer.
• 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.

Applicants will be rated on the following criteria:
1) Knowledge and experience in community oriented policing.
2) Investigative experience.
3) Specialized police experience/training such as crowd control, sexual assault investigation, crime prevention, and instructor development.
4) Experience and training to the needs of others/diverse cultures.
5) Experience in report writing and other professional documentation.
6) Experience with public interaction.

Supplemental Information

Appointment: Permanent, Full-time (40 hours per week)
Shift assignments may vary
The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education provides a comprehensive package of employer benefits to eligible employees and their enrolled dependent(s), which include*:

• Medical and prescription drug benefits.
• Generous retirement plans, two options:
• Tuition benefits for employees and dependents.
• Paid time off (holidays, annual leave, sick leave, personal leave).
• Employer-paid dental and vision benefits.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Voluntary insurances and additional retirement programs.

• Specific benefits may vary based upon university, employee group and/or collective bargaining unit.

Visit https://www.passhe.edu/inside/HR/syshr/Benefit_Summaries/SSHE_Summary.pdf (Download PDF reader)_ for additional information regarding benefits._
Completing this search is contingent upon available funding.
Finalists for this position must communicate well and successfully complete an interview process.
Prior to a final offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a background check including, but not limited to, employment verification, educational and other credential verification, Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance and criminal background.
Please do NOT submit copies of background clearances as part of the application process. Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania conducts background checks on finalists ONLY in a confidential manner. Unsolicited background clearances attached to the application will be promptly removed/deleted by the Office of Human Resources and Labor Relations.

Mailed or Faxed resumes and/or applications will not be considered.
Contact: Human Resources, employment@mansfield.edu or 717-720-4040*
Application Procedure: *
Submit application materials online by way of the "Apply" button at the top right corner of this announcement. For full consideration, applications must be received by* 11:59 pm on November 8, 2022.*

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

EEO Statement:
Mansfield is committed to enhancing the diversity of its employees and student body. Hiring decisions are made based on an individual's qualifications, past experience, overall performance and other employment related criteria. Mansfield provides equal opportunities for employment and advancement for all individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, disability, ancestry, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic background, or veteran status. Mansfield is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer complying with the requirements of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the Americans with Disabilities Act (Title 42, USC 1990). The Title IX Coordinator may be contacted at titleIX@mansfield.edu

Job Type: Full-time