Wilkes University
Overview
Wilkes University invites applicants for an ACT 120 certified Police Officer in the University Police Department. The position is responsible for providing police services for the Wilkes University community and for protecting Wilkes University property. Applicants must have successfully completed Act 120 training or its equivalent. Applicants must successfully pass the MPOETC certification examination, a physical examination, psychological test, criminal history check, firearms qualification and background investigation. Responsibilities
Provide safety, security and law enforcement services to the University community, including traditional and non-traditional police services. Enforce University policies and procedures, local ordinances and state laws. Serve as a first responder to incidents, accidents and other emergency situations. Conduct initial and follow-up investigations into significant and criminal incidents. Participate in crime prevention and community–oriented public safety programming. Qualifications
High school diploma or GED with two years of police experience or equivalent experience or training. Act 120 training or equivalent completed. Pass physical examination, psychological test, criminal history check, firearms qualification and background investigation. Ideal candidate will have prior experience. Compensation and Benefits
Wilkes University UPD offers a competitive hourly rate plus a complete benefits package for full-time employees, including medical, dental and tuition remission for employees, spouses and their dependents. About Wilkes University
Wilkes University is an independent, comprehensive university dedicated to academic excellence in the liberal arts, sciences, and selected professional programs. The University has approximately 2,000 undergraduate students and over 1,500 full-time equivalent graduate and first professional students. Its institutional focus is on mentoring relationships and contributing to the economic development of Northeastern Pennsylvania. The University is located in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, near the Susquehanna River and within a few hours’ drive of New York City and Philadelphia. Application Process
To apply, visit the job posting at the following URL: https://wilkesuniversitycareers.applicantpro.com/jobs/. Please include a cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae and three references. Equal Employment Opportunity and Background
Wilkes University is committed to diversity and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds. The University does not discriminate in employment practices or educational programs on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information. Employment at Wilkes is contingent upon successful completion of a thorough background screening. PA Act 153 requires additional clearances for positions with regular and unsupervised contact with minors, including FBI fingerprinting and PA criminal and child abuse clearances.
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Wilkes University invites applicants for an ACT 120 certified Police Officer in the University Police Department. The position is responsible for providing police services for the Wilkes University community and for protecting Wilkes University property. Applicants must have successfully completed Act 120 training or its equivalent. Applicants must successfully pass the MPOETC certification examination, a physical examination, psychological test, criminal history check, firearms qualification and background investigation. Responsibilities
Provide safety, security and law enforcement services to the University community, including traditional and non-traditional police services. Enforce University policies and procedures, local ordinances and state laws. Serve as a first responder to incidents, accidents and other emergency situations. Conduct initial and follow-up investigations into significant and criminal incidents. Participate in crime prevention and community–oriented public safety programming. Qualifications
High school diploma or GED with two years of police experience or equivalent experience or training. Act 120 training or equivalent completed. Pass physical examination, psychological test, criminal history check, firearms qualification and background investigation. Ideal candidate will have prior experience. Compensation and Benefits
Wilkes University UPD offers a competitive hourly rate plus a complete benefits package for full-time employees, including medical, dental and tuition remission for employees, spouses and their dependents. About Wilkes University
Wilkes University is an independent, comprehensive university dedicated to academic excellence in the liberal arts, sciences, and selected professional programs. The University has approximately 2,000 undergraduate students and over 1,500 full-time equivalent graduate and first professional students. Its institutional focus is on mentoring relationships and contributing to the economic development of Northeastern Pennsylvania. The University is located in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, near the Susquehanna River and within a few hours’ drive of New York City and Philadelphia. Application Process
To apply, visit the job posting at the following URL: https://wilkesuniversitycareers.applicantpro.com/jobs/. Please include a cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae and three references. Equal Employment Opportunity and Background
Wilkes University is committed to diversity and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds. The University does not discriminate in employment practices or educational programs on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information. Employment at Wilkes is contingent upon successful completion of a thorough background screening. PA Act 153 requires additional clearances for positions with regular and unsupervised contact with minors, including FBI fingerprinting and PA criminal and child abuse clearances.
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