Park Police Officer (FT and PT)
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The Westmoreland County Park Police Department is currently accepting applications for full and part time Police Officers.About the Westmoreland County Park PoliceWe take immense pride in the crucial role we play in keeping our community safe and secure. We are more than just parks - we are committed to maintaining law and order across various locations, ensuring the well-being of everyone in Westmoreland County. When initially established, the department provided patrol coverage and security to the four county parks and the Westmoreland County Courthouse. Over the years, the department has expanded to provide coverage at the parks, courthouse complex, Westmoreland Manor, Westmoreland Juvenile Detention, South Grande Blvd complex, Arnold Palmer Regional Airport, Westmoreland County Community College, Westmoreland Transit Authority (Greensburg terminal) and all associated property owned and leased by Westmoreland County.Officers use foot patrols, marked police vehicles and off-road vehicles to patrol these locations and the yearly summer events in the parks hosted by the Parks and Recreation Department and the Westmoreland County Airshow.Department structure consists of the Chief of Police, 2 Captains, Lieutenant and Office Manager. Within the ranks of the full-time officers, the department has 4 corporals and 2 K9 officers. All officers are Municipal Police Officer Education and Training Commission (MPOETC) Act 120 certified.Minimum Requirements:Applicants must meet the following requirements: (1) be U.S. citizen, (2) possess a valid driver's license, (3) PA Act 120 certificationSalary and Benefits* Salary and benefits are provided in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement.* 2024 Full-Time starting wage after probationary period: $23.75; Wage after 3 years of service: $26.29 + contractual benefits, including overtime.* Full Time Officer Benefits include: (1) leave benefits which are comprised of holiday pay for 12 holidays, 3 personal days, 40 sick hours earned per year with an ability to accumulate up to 1,600 hours, 80 hours of vacation after one year of service and the ability to earn compensatory time; (2) health benefits, including health insurance, vision and dental and (3) additional benefits such as a uniform allowance, and a pension plan.* 2024 Part-Time starting wage after probationary period: $22.12* Part-Time Officer Benefits include: (1) 40 vacation hours, 40 sick hours after 1 year of service. (2) Uniform allowance and pension plan.Application Procedure:Individuals interested in this position should email their resume to: ...@co.westmoreland.pa.usJob DetailsCategory County Jobs Status Open Posted October 31, 2023 Closing Open Until FilledTools* Download County Application