State Police Liquor Enforcement Officer Trainee

Are you interested in becoming a law enforcement employee for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania? The Pennsylvania State Police, Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement is seeking qualified applicants for Liquor Enforcement Officer Trainee positions located throughout the commonwealth. If you are looking for a challenging, rewarding career and possess excellent communication skills, apply today!

About the Role

Liquor Enforcement Officers are responsible for conducting investigations through undercover operations and open inspections of licensed or unlicensed liquor establishments throughout the state. They have the power and duty to arrest for violations of the Pennsylvania Liquor Code and specific Crimes Code-related offenses.

Upon completion of the Training Academy, Liquor Enforcement Officer Trainees will be assigned to a BLCE's District Enforcement Office within the selected region. When possible, District Enforcement Office placements will be based upon applicant preference, however final assignments will be made based on operational needs.

Upon graduation, Liquor Enforcement Officers are assigned a PSP-owned vehicle for travel between their residence and their duty locations (used for official Commonwealth business only).

Responsibilities

• Receive classroom instruction in the Liquor and Crimes Codes and Department regulations, procedures, and directives that govern the investigation and enforcement of Commonwealth liquor-related laws.
• Participate in formal coursework and practical exercises to become skillful and proficient in the use of lethal and non-lethal weapons.
• Receive training in courtroom procedures, courtroom demeanor, and delivering testimony, and participate in mock trials.
• Participate in physical conditioning exercises.
• Receive training in and participate in recording information and preparing reports and citations regarding investigations and other work-related activities.
• Receive training in and participate in collecting, preserving, and handling evidence and documenting evidence chain of custody.
• Enter establishments and environments that require exposure to alcohol, including consuming or feigning consumption of alcoholic and/or non-alcoholic beverages while performing official duties.
• Participate in undercover duties to include observing activities and identifying violations of the liquor code.
• Participate in open uniformed duties to include performing Liquor Code inspections of establishments and managers, discussing complaints with and offering guidance to licensees, issuing citations, and discussing violations.
• Participate in raids.
• Participate in minor patrol assignments to apprehend, prosecute, and confiscate liquor and/or malt or brewed beverages purchased, possessed, and transported by minors in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• Arrest/prosecute violators for Liquor Law violations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

While at the academy, there will be limited phone contact with family. LEOTs are permitted to go home weekly unless required to stay for a specific assignment. LEOTs may provide three preferences for District Office assignment prior to graduation, but there is no guarantee the preferences will be honored. Ultimately, assignments are based on the needs of the Bureau.

Training

You will be required to attend and successfully pass approximately 16 weeks of training which includes:

• Classroom instruction in relevant laws, regulations, and procedures.
• Practical exercises for weapon proficiency.
• Physical conditioning.
• Report writing and evidence handling.
• Courtroom procedures and mock trials.

Pay

• Start rate: Pay Scale Group 4, Step 4 ($47,090 annually).
• After approximately 16 weeks of training: Pay Scale Group 4, Step 10 ($53,141 annually).
• Upon promotion to Liquor Enforcement Officer (approximately 2 months after graduation): Pay Scale Group 6, Step 1 ($56,541 annually).

Requirements

• Graduation from a high school or an accredited G.E.D. certification.
• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

Selection Process

If you meet all eligibility requirements, you will move on to the following stages:

• Written examination.
• Polygraph examination.
• Background investigation.
• LEOT Physical Readiness Tests.
• Medical screening.
• Psychological screening.

Please ensure your name and address on the application match the identification you will present at the testing facility. Discrepancies may result in denied admittance to the written examination.

For questions related to the application or examination process, contact the PSP Human Resource Office, Enlisted Placement Section at ra-spspentrylvlexam@pa.gov.