Police Officer

Responsibilities

• Vehicular and foot patrol of University property
• Enforcement of criminal and traffic laws
• Protection of persons and property
• Investigation of crimes
• Completion of police reports
• Testimony in court
• Aid to other law enforcement agencies

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or other related field from an accredited college or University
• Pennsylvania Act 120 certification prior to appointment
• Valid PA driver's license
• Safe driving record

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or other related field from an accredited college or University
• Pennsylvania Act 120 certification prior to appointment
• Valid PA driver’s license
• Safe driving record

Physical Effort

• Observation
• Patrol & Enforcement
• Patrol grounds, buildings in vehicle and on foot
• Checks/secures all University property in assigned area
• Actively and continuously monitors and evaluates all activity in assigned areas
• Identifies, assesses, and reports suspicious persons/activities and trends
• Initiates appropriate action(s) to respond to each situation
• Provides assistance, direction and information as needed based upon the situation
• Enforces traffic regulations, restrictions, laws
• Recognizes and reports safety hazards

The University of Pittsburgh is an equal opportunity employer / disability / veteran.

Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Job Classification: Union Eligible
Police
Officer
Campus: Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required: Bachelor's Degree
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience? No
Required Licensure/Certification: Pennsylvania Act 120 and a PA driver?s license with a safe driving record required.
Work Schedule: 40
Work Arrangement: On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.