Deliver assigned portions of the MPOETC Act 120 Basic Police Training Curriculum through classroom instruction, skills labs, and scenario‑based training; Deliver the Municipal Police Officers’ Education and Training Commission (MPOETC)‑mandated curriculum for the Act 120 Basic Police Training Program, a 919‑hour certification course required for municipal police officers in Pennsylvania; Follow all MPOETC learning objectives, lesson plans, testing procedures, and performance benchmarks; Provide instruction in approved subject areas such as criminal law, patrol procedures, investigations, defensive tactics, firearms, EVOC, emergency response, human relations, and first aid, based on instructor certification; Assess cadet performance through written examinations, practical skills testing, and scenario evaluations using MPOETC‑approved rubrics; Maintain accurate attendance records, evaluation documentation, and instructional reports required for academy compliance; Support a safe, professional, and inclusive learning environment consistent with LCCC and PSTI policies; Participate in instructor meetings, curriculum updates, and required professional development or in-service training; Serve as a positive role model, demonstrating professionalism and ethical conduct aligned with Pennsylvania law enforcement standards.
Luzerne County Community College (hereinafter referred to as the 'College') is committed to a work, academic and public environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. The College and its employees have a moral and legal obligation to provide equal access and equal opportunity to all members of the community. The administration will ensure that this commitment is fully implemented through compliance with all relevant federal, state, and municipal laws, statutes and ordinances prohibiting discrimination, including, but not limited to the First Amendment to the United States Constitution; the Constitution of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended by the Civil Rights Act of 1991 ('Title VII');Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; the Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment and Assistance Act ('VEVRAA'); the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act ('GINA'); the Age Discrimination in Employment Act ('ADEA'); The Older Workers Benefit Protection Act ('OWBPA'); the Americans with Disabilities Act ('ADA'); the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act ('PHRA'); the Family and Medical Leave Act ('FMLA'); the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974 ('ERISA'); the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, the Fair Credit and Reporting Act ('FCRA'); and any amendments to these laws. The institution will implement procedures and measures designed to ensure that employees, students, applicants and visitors to the campus or any site or program of the College are not discriminated against on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, marital status, political affiliation, ancestry, union membership and use of a guide or support animal because of blindness, deafness, or physical handicap in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices. Any acts of reprisal, retaliation or harassment taken against an individual because he/she has filed a discrimination complaint, testified about matters related to a compliant, or otherwise assisted a complaint inquiry are forbidden and may result in severe disciplinary action. Inquires may be directed to Title IX Coordinator, Ashley Shaw, Director of Human Resources & Organizational Effectiveness, LCCC, 521 Trailblazer Drive, Nanticoke, Pennsylvania, 800-377-5222 extension 7392. The College takes any allegation of discrimination as serious. Any individual who knowingly or intentionally makes a false allegation or complaint, will be disciplined, up to and including termination of employment.
Luzerne County Community College is constantly seeking to become a more diverse and inclusive community and to enhance the cultural richness that diversity and inclusion brings. The College strongly encourages applications from diverse candidates and those who demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
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Experience – Current MPOETC Instructor Approval in the relevant subject area(s) as defined under Title 53 §2162; or must become MPOETC-certified instructor within one (1) year of employment; Required prior law enforcement experience meeting MPOETC instructor eligibility requirements; previous teaching experience in a police academy or adult-learning environment preferred; Advanced or specialty instructor certifications (e.g., firearms master instructor, EVOC instructor, defensive tactics instructor);
- Skills – Demonstrated expertise in instructional discipline (e.g. firearms, EVOC, defensive tactics, criminal law); demonstrated communication, presentation, and classroom-management skills; Successfully complete any required background checks or employment screenings consistent with Act 120 training standards.
