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Police OfficerUPMC • Wellsboro, PA, US
Police Officer

Police Officer

UPMC • Wellsboro, PA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Sr. Police Officer II Positions At UPMC Wellsboro

Are you a dedicated law enforcement professional who values quality and safety? Look no further! UPMC is excited to announce opportunities for Sr. Police Officer II positions at UPMC Wellsboro. Assigned shift will be based upon hospital need.

Why Choose UPMC?

Whether you are just starting your law enforcement career, retired, considering retirement, or looking for a change of pace from traditional law enforcement, UPMC offers :

  • Generous Sign-On Bonus : Kickstart your journey with a $10,000 sign-on bonus when you commit to a full-time position for two years.
  • Career Advancement : Take advantage of promotional and leadership opportunities to grow your career.
  • Shift Differential : Enjoy an additional $1.75 per hour for working non-traditional shifts.
  • Annual Merit Increase : Receive yearly pay boosts based on your performance.
  • Community : Join one of the largest private police forces in Pennsylvania and be part of a close-knit team within the UPMC network.
  • Benefits : UPMC offers world-class health benefits, generous paid time off, tuition assistance, and much more.

Note : The Act 235 Certification is required prior to hire. The Act 120 Municipal Police Officer training is not a substitute for the Act 235. To learn more about Act 235, please visit the Pennsylvania State Police website.

Purpose : The Police Officer is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, staff and all UPMC owned and adjacent properties. Enforces UPMC rules and regulations to both employees and the public. Establish a uniformed police presence by patrolling UPMC hospitals, buildings, grounds and associated areas to deter criminal activity, investigate criminal events, document activities, and take appropriate police action when necessary. Monitors security, fire, and environmental alarms. Responds to and resolves problems, disputes and unusual circumstances as necessary. Provides customer service to patients, families, visitors and staff to maintain a safe and secure environment. Serves as a first responder to any violent act occurring at a UPMC location. Will be armed with a firearm. Oversees the operations of assigned shift and formally leads the daily operations of the department. Organizes and assigns work, and provides daily instruction to staff regarding specific duties and assignments.

Responsibilities :

  • Ability to handle evidence control pertaining to UPMC initiated criminal investigations
  • Responds to acts of extreme violence at UPMC owned or controlled properties that have the potential to require the deployment of deadly force as dictated by UPMC policy.
  • May be required to support various types of investigations that have system-wide implication
  • Required to carry, properly handle, and be able to deploy a firearm.
  • Tasked with the ability to issue PA state citations for certain criminal and traffic offenses, using specific law enforcement applications such as the PA Justice Network, and performing other law enforcement duties as necessary.
  • Investigates incidents of unusual circumstances reported by UPMC staff, visitors, physicians and patients.
  • Must be able to perform as a Security Officer when necessary.
  • Appropriately escalates problems and concerns to Management's attention.
  • Will be responsible for the transportation of those subjected to criminal arrest and subsequent prosecution
  • May be required to serve legal documents such as arrest warrants, subpoena, Protection From Abuse, etc.
  • May function as a shift supervisor as needed to oversee the operations of assigned shift and formally lead the daily operations of the department, organize and assign work, and provide daily instruction to staff regarding specific duties and assignments.
  • May be required to provide support at various UPMC facilities which would include : Detailed knowledge of the physical layout of multiple facilities. Working knowledge of site specific policies and procedures between sites. Ability to effectively interact with differing management and customer bases from site to site.
  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Pennsylvania Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Commission (MPOETC) basic training program (Act 120) or equivalent (PA State Police Academy training, out of state Police Academy), OR Police Officer training as mandated by the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers), OR Federal Agent (to include but not limited to FBI, DEA, Secret Service, U.S. Marshal, Veteran's Administration) OR Military Police Training, OR Five years of prior law enforcement experience (to include Sheriff, Deputy Sheriff, Probation / Parole Officer, Liquor Enforcement Officer, Fish / Game Commission and / or Park police officer) wherein a firearm was an essential tool and at a minimum, annual firearm training and qualification was maintained.
  • Must possess strong interpersonal skills, especially the ability to effectively interact, communicate, and diffuse potential combative situations with persons from all walks of life.
  • Psychological fitness required to deal with stress and potentially dangerous conflict situations.
  • Physical fitness requirements to deal with typical physical demands that require full body motion and physical strength and stamina sufficient to respond to crisis interventions and medical emergencies.
  • Be able to effectively communicate both orally and in written format.
  • Good interpersonal skills; able to deal with stress and potentially dangerous conflict situations.
  • All applicants will be subject to a thorough background and criminal record check.
  • Must be available for all shifts.
  • Officers are required to wear a bullet proof vest.
  • Must be able to perform as a security officer when necessary.
  • Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances :

  • Act 235 with Firearms - Act 235 with successful completion of both the academic and firearms training modules required prior to hire.
  • Must meet audio and visual standards outlined in Act 235 at time of hire.
  • Successfully complete UPMC Police Training upon hire.
  • Successful completion of all UPMC mandated weapons and firearms training.
  • Successfully pass UPMC Physical Fitness Standard : Physical fitness requirements to deal with typical physical demands that require full body motion and physical strength and stamina sufficient to chase, apprehend and subdue criminal suspects, and respond to crisis interventions and medical emergencies.
  • Must have good hand / eye coordination and able to pass an eye and hearing test with appropriate correction.
  • Demonstrate the ability to perform activities within a medium physical demand category as per U.S. Department of Labor guidelines
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Basic Life Support Instructor (BLSI) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Driver's License
  • UPMC Physical Fitness Standard
  • Act 235 with Firearms with renewal
  • Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
  • Act 33 with renewal
  • Act 34 with renewal
  • Act 501
  • Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
  • UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

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