Installation Police Officer, DMVA

Reference #: 4689987
THE POSITION
If you are passionate about serving and protecting others, we have an exciting career opportunity for you! The Pennsylvania Department of Military (DMVA) and Veterans Affairs is seeking dedicated and experienced Installation Police Officers to join our dynamic team. We are looking for energetic and productive individuals who take pride in their work and have completed Act 120 training. This is a great opportunity to utilize your skills and training to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others.

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DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As an Installation Police Officer, your role at the Fort Indiantown Gap installation is crucial to the safety and security of the federal and state-owned buildings and grounds. Your responsibilities include making arrests and ensuring the safety of the community. In addition, you will be the first responder to vehicle accidents and other emergency situations, playing a critical role in protecting the lives of those you serve. Your dedication and vigilance will have a significant impact on the overall well-being of the community.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment (12-hour work day/40-hour work week)
You will work rotating shifts with rotating days off. Shifts are 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM.
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
Minimum Experience and Training Requirement:
Successful completion of the Municipal Police Officers Education and Training Commission Certified Basic Police Academy (Act 120) training.

Special Requirement:

You must have possession of a valid Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C drivers license or equivalent.

Other Requirements:
You must possess a valid federal or state-issued photo ID and pass a favorable National Crime Information Center (NCIC) screening for admittance to Fort Indiantown Gap.
You must maintain an Automated Installation Entry (AIE) card once it is issued.

You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and 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.
This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law.
Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

In accordance with the seniority provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement, this position was previously posted for seniority candidates. Since there were no seniority candidates, it is now open to all applicants.

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:

ennsylvania 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 to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans Preference tab or contact us at ra-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.

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:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/test once for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.

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.