Police Officer – Pre Service

Palm Springs, CA
Palm Springs Police Department

Position Summary:

Gannon University, a Catholic university, seeks to fill the entry-level position of a full-time, sworn-in Police Officer. The successful candidate will be responsible for patrolling the campus area by motor vehicle or foot; be a first responder to incidents, accidents, and emergency situations; be responsible for conducting initial and follow-up investigations into significant and criminal incidents and will participate in crime prevention and community-oriented public safety programming.

Essential Functions:

  • Patrol University on foot, bicycle or in a motor vehicle to detect suspicious incidents and maintain public safety and detect security hazards. Make safety checks of University buildings and grounds.
  • Take measures necessary to safeguard the lives and property of all members of the University community, University jurisdiction and the visitors to the campus.
  • Investigate and/or take needed action regarding suspicious persons, incidents and conditions and reports actions, occurrences and conditions.
  • Investigate criminal, civil and other complaints (including those of motor vehicle violations) committed by or against the University community and forward results to appropriate units.
  • Prepare clear, accurate, and informative criminal, incident, administrative duties and other reports as directed or required.
  • Work special events or details (e.g., sporting events, concerts, demonstrations, strikes, etc.) to detect problems or illegal activities.
  • Must work a flexible schedule, including day and /or night shifts, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts regularly. Work will also include extra assignments/overtime on short notice or no notice.
  • Transport persons needing assistance during emergency and/or official business.
  • Respond to calls for service/assistance, escort service, and provide directions.
  • Enforce University regulations, Federal, State, and Local laws; and detect and apprehend violators.
  • Establish and maintain helpful and cooperative relations with University students, faculty, staff, visitors, and police and safety authorities in other jurisdictions; treat all with uniform courtesy and consideration.
  • Contribute to the overall success of the University Police and Safety Department by performing all other duties and responsibilities as assigned or required.
  • In particular, must observe department policy and University regulations in the use and discharge of firearms.
  • Perform all duties with the utmost confidentiality.

Requirements:

  • High school diploma with PA Act 120 Certification or equivalence.
  • Must be able to take charge of situations in a professional manner and perform calmly and judiciously under pressure; learn courtroom testimony requirements and provide testimony under oath in court; learn modern police/security technology; qualify with University firearm as provided by law, guideline or University regulation; learn and assist with crime prevention/community service/community policing/crime analysis/campus safety programs. Must be willing and able to work whenever needed or required and may work long hours during investigations or events.
  • Pennsylvania Act 120 certified or the equivalent from another state with the ability to be PA Act 120 certified.
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with students, parents, faculty, staff, visitors to campus, and the general public.
  • Must be able to support and promote the University’s Mission.

Preferred Requirements:

  • Two years of related experience in law enforcement background is strongly preferred.
  • Experience as a police officer at a university is desirable, but not necessary.