Top 22 Police Jobs in Pittsburgh Pa

Police Officer I
Municipality of Penn Hills —Penn Hills, PA
- $39.34 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Heavy lifting
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Chief of Police
Carlow University —Pittsburgh, PA
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Master's degree
- University
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Security Police Officer - PGH - SPFPA1
Naval Nuclear Laboratory —West Mifflin, PA
- $31.77 an hour
- Military
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Wellness program
- Paid parental leave
Transit Police Officer
Pittsburgh Regional Transit —Pittsburgh, PA
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- 21 years or older
- Commuter assistance
- Paid parental leave
Hospital Police Officer - Bonus Eligible #8538
St. Clair Hospital —Pittsburgh, PA
- Full-time
- Surgery
- Hospital
- Computer literacy
Police Officer
City of Duquesne Police —Duquesne, PA
- $35 - $40 an hour
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- 21 years or older
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Police Officer
UPMC —Pittsburgh, PA
- $23.61 - $32.13 an hour
- Full-time
- Hospital
- Customer service
- 5 years
- Paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
Police Officer
Elizabeth Township Police Department —Elizabeth, PA
- $78,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- High school
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Police Officer – Public Safety
Duquesne University —Pittsburgh, PA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- University
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
Police Communications Operator – Public Safety
Duquesne University —Pittsburgh, PA
- $21.32 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
Security Officer - University Police Department
Carnegie Mellon University —Pittsburgh, PA
- Overtime
- Background check
- High school diploma or GED
- University
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
Police Officer I Allegheny General Hospital
Highmark Health —Pittsburgh, PA
- Full-time
- Hospital
- Customer service
- Mid-level
Public Safety Dispatcher
Point Park University —Pittsburgh, PA
- $26 an hour
- Overtime
- High school diploma or GED
- University
- 1 year
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Police Officer I Pittsburgh Office
Highmark Health —Pittsburgh, PA
- Full-time
- Hospital
- Customer service
- Mid-level
Supervisor, Police & Security
UPMC —Pittsburgh, PA
- $26.52 - $40.54 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Hospital
- BLS Certification
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
9d
Part-Time Police Dispatcher
Borough of Edgeworth —Sewickley, PA
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Computer skills
- In-person
- Communication skills
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School Police Officer
Ringgold School District —New Eagle, PA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Public school
- Middle school
Case Manager, Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD)
City of Pittsburgh —Pittsburgh, PA
- $62,670 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- High school diploma or GED

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Police Officer I

Municipality of Penn Hills -
Penn Hills, PA

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Job Details

Full-time
$39.34 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Uniform allowance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Some college
Outdoor work experience
Criminal Justice
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Local ordinances

Full Job Description

POSITION PURPOSE AND OBJECTIVES: An employee in this class is responsible for protecting the life and property of all citizens and visitors to the Municipality through the impartial enforcement of all State and Municipal laws and ordinances, by performing a variety of skilled operational police work; does related work as required. Police Officers are usually assigned to an area to be routinely patrolled, but encounter a wide variety of situations and tasks which must be met with considerable self-initiative and good judgment. The work may at times involve considerable physical and mental stress. In addition to routine patrol assignments, Police Officers may receive special instructions and supervision from a shift commander or other ranking officers.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Patrols an assigned area on foot or in a vehicle and observes or investigates unusual incidents or violations of the law.
Checks doors, windows, and examines the premises of unoccupied businesses or residences.
Makes arrests of persons who are suspects in a criminal offense and accompanies prisoners to headquarters or court.
Regulates and controls traffic; issues citations for various offenses and assists motorists in accidents or other difficulties.
Identifies and makes recommendations for correcting various traffic and safety hazards.
Answers domestic complaints; breaks up fights, handles intoxicated individuals, settles family disputes, and quiets disturbances of the peace.
Prepares daily incident and other administrative reports of the department.
Operates and maintains firearms, police radio, patrol cars, and uniform.
Assists with crowd control at fires, accidents, parades and other public gatherings.
Provides escorts for bank deposits and funerals.
Makes appearances in court on behalf of the Municipality when cases involve the Officer.
Informs the public of State and Municipal laws and ordinances.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: This is entry level work. While training at a police academy is provided, the prospective employee should possess the following capabilities:

The ability to learn and enforce State and Municipal laws and ordinances;
Ability to learn all Police Department policies and procedures as prescribed in the police manual;
Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions;
Ability to think quickly and exercise good judgment in stressful situations;
Ability to establish and maintain a good working relationship with public agencies, judicial system officers, police associates and the general public.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in a variety of environmental conditions which may include: an indoor office environment, operating a patrol vehicle, or a changing outdoor environment. Officers may be exposed to very hot or sub-zero temperatures, rain, snow, wind or icy conditions. Exposure to various chemicals and blood borne pathogens may also occur while assisting with vehicle accidents or exposure to infected individuals.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: (VERY HEAVY) May require sitting while operating a vehicle or walking for up to an entire shift. Although some of the work is sedentary in nature, officers may be required to quite suddenly respond to an emergency situation.

This may require:

Running on uneven terrain;
Restraining combatant individuals;
Heavy lifting or carrying; pushing and pulling;
Climbing and balancing on stairs, ladders, uneven terrain, hillsides, structural barriers or fences;
Full range of body motion to twist, crouch, crawl, bend, kneel and reach; manual dexterity to operate firearms, radios and other equipment;
Operation of a motor vehicle; and normal corrected vision and hearing.
(Complete physical analysis on file in the Manager's Office.)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

You must be at least twenty-one (21) years old before the date of the first administered test.
You must possess a diploma from an accredited high school or a graduate equivalency diploma (GED), as approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
You are not required to be Act 120 Certified, but if you are not Act 120 certified at the time of application, you must achieve Act 120 certification, after being hired, which is contingent upon successfully completing Act 120 training through a police academy recognized by the Municipal Police Officers’ Education and Training Commission (MPOETC) 53 Pa. C.S.A. §2161 et seq.

Education/Experience: Special Skills: The employee must have successfully completed the Civil Service Examination and been certified by the Municipal Civil Service Board. The employee should also possess a valid PA Driver's License.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Following appointment, the employee must be certified by the Commonwealth of PA to use the C.L.E.A.N. /N.C.I.C. System. Certification and access to the C.L.E.A.N. /N.I.C. System or similar systems is an essential condition of employment which must be maintained by every sworn police officer.

Pay: $39.34 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Uniform allowance
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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