If you want to dedicate your professional life to something challenging that you can be proud of and positively impact the lives of others, we encourage you to join the Capitol Police as we continue to seek a more diverse group of officers who will safeguard the constitutional rights of all citizens we serve. Bring your dedication to our team and make your career aspirations a reality!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position is designed to provide you with the initial skills and information neces... more details
THE POSITION
If you want to dedicate your professional life to something challenging that you can be proud of and positively impact the lives of others, we encourage you to join the Capitol Police as we continue to seek a more diverse group of officers who will safeguard the constitutional rights of all citizens we serve.Bring your dedication to our team and make your career aspirations a reality!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position is designed to provide you with the initial skills and information necessary to begin your police career. You will be enrolled in the Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Commission (MPOETC) approved Act 120 certification program designed to develop proficiency in law interpretation and application, legal procedures, police operations, public safety, physical fitness, self-defense, firearms, report writing, maintenance and use of equipment, and law enforcement practice.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment.
Work hours are 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
Schedule based on HACC's curriculum.
Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Special Requirements:
All positions require possession of an active Pennsylvania Class C Driver's License.
All employees must be at least 21 years of age by the completion of the MPOETC Academy.
All employees must undergo and successfully pass a background investigation, truth verification exam, reading ability test, psychological evaluation, medical examination, urinalysis screening, hearing and vision screening, and a physical fitness test that includes running, swimming, strength and agility, and any other test deemed appropriate for pre-service registration.
All employees are required to enroll in, participate, and complete the MPOETC approved Act 120 training within 27 weeks to obtain authority to exercise the power of arrest. Act 120 certification must be obtained to successfully complete the Recruit program.
Municipal Police Officers’ Education and Training Commission (MPOETC) Requirements:
In order to participate in and complete the 919 hour training program you must have the following:
Have a High School Diploma or GED
Be a US Citizen
Minimum 9th grade reading level
Other Requirements:
You must meet thePA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow thelinkand click on Residency.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.
Legal Requirements:
You must pass a background investigation.
A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and drug screening.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go towww.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspxand click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us atra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
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