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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Installation Police Officer, DMVA in Pennsylvania
Installation Police Officer, DMVA
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Installation Police Officer, DMVA
Salary
$53,161.00 - $80,848.00 Annually
Location
Lebanon County, PA
Job Type
Civil Service Permanent Full-Time
Job Number
CS-2024-86707-74795
Department
Department of Military & Veterans Affairs
Division
MV Police
Opening Date
06/18/2024
Closing Date
7/7/2024 11:59 PM Eastern
Job Code
74795
Position Number
Multiple positions may be filled from this posting.
Union
UGSOA
Bargaining Unit
R1
Pay Group
ST06
Bureau / Division Code
00139100
Bureau / Division
Fort Indiantown Gap Police
Worksite Address
Building 7-74
Worksite Address
Fisher Avenue
City
Annville, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
17003
Contact Name
Devan Kramer
Contact Email
dekramer@pa.gov
Description
Benefits
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THE POSITION
Are you looking for an exciting career in law enforcement? Would you enjoy the pride of knowing you are serving to protect the largest training base in Pennsylvania? The PA Department of Military & Veterans Affairs (DMVA) is looking for a dedicated and experienced Installation Police Officer. Our sworn officers provide general police work by providing services and protection to employees, the public, property, facilities, and grounds. If you are an energetic, productive, and sworn officer who takes pride in your work, put your ACT 120 training to great use and join us today!
Watch this video (https://www.flickr.com/photos/panationalguard/40381884892/in/album-72157689769595704/) to see how you can make a difference caring for Pennsylvania's veterans working for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As an Installation Police Officer, DMVA, you are a sworn police officer and exercises the power of arrest. Duties include patrolling federal and state-owned buildings and grounds; and enforcing federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations through warnings, citations, or arrests. You investigate vehicle accidents involving persons or property; criminal activity, suspected activity, or reported crimes, and reports findings ; and unusual incidents, fires, or other hazards.
Work is performed independently within operating policies and involves situations that may be dangerous or stressful in nature. Detailed instructions are contained in the Standard Operating Procedures. The Police Chief provides special written and verbal instructions and issues these instructions on an as needed basis.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description (https://careers.employment.pa.gov/pd/PD_NEOGOV.asp?p=00255016) .
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
Full-time employment
Work hours 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM and 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM, rotating shifts, rotating days, with 30-minute lunch.
Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Please check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Successful completion of the Municipal Police Officers’ Education and Training Commission Certified Basic Police Academy (Act 120) training.
Special Requirement:
- All candidates must possess a valid Pennsylvania non-commercial Class C driver’s license or equivalent.
Other Requirements:
You must meet the PA residency requirement (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) and click on Residency.
All candidates must pass a favorable National Crime Information Center (NCIC) screening for admittance to Fort Indiantown Gap. Must maintain an Automated Installation Entry (AIE) card once it is issued
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.
A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and a 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.
How to Apply:
Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe 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:
- Pennsylvania 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.
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.
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/testoncefor this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
Learn more about our Total Rewards by watching this shortvideo (https://www.youtube.com/embed/HtcSRnndflc?rel=0) !
Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.*
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.*
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visitwww.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box.
*Eligibility rules apply.
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You must complete the supplemental question(s) below. Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification. Youmustcomplete the applicationandanswer the supplemental question(s). Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents willnotbe reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score. All information you provide on your application and supplemental question(s) is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty. Read the question(s) carefully. Determine and select the option that most closely represents your highest level of experience/training/certification. The option you choose must be clearly supported if requested.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
If you have general questions regarding the application and hiring process, please refer to ourFAQ page (https://www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx) .
Yes
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Do you possess a current driver's license which is not under suspension?
Yes
No
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If you answered yes, please provide your driver's license number and expiration date. If you answered no, type N/A in the text box below.
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Have you successfully completed the Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Commission Certified Basic Police Academy (Act 120) training?
If yes, you must attach a copy of your certificate prior to the submission of your application in order to be considered in the eligibility determination. You will not be able to add the certificate to the application after it has been submitted. Upload copies using the "Attachments" tab on the left.
Yes
No
Required Question
Agency
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Address
613 North Street
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120
Website
http://www.employment.pa.gov