Police Officer

Bethlehem, PA
Lehigh University

Salary: $54,390-$66,190.

Essential Functions:

  • Patrolling and maintaining a secure campus environment
  • Enforcing laws, issuing citations, and making arrests when necessary
  • Responding to alarms, emergencies, and ensuring building security
  • Adhering to departmental, university, and legal policies and procedures
  • Continuous professional development and training
  • Maintaining proficiency in firearms, defensive tactics, and emergency preparedness
  • Conducting thorough investigations, evidence gathering, and collaborating with external agencies
  • Fostering positive community relationships, promoting crime prevention, and providing assistance services

Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Valid Driver’s License
  • ACT 120 Certification required
  • One to three years related work experience
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and decision-making skills
  • Ability to work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays
  • Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion