Police Officers - Full-time and Part-time

Working Title Police Officer

Department Public Safety

Position End Date (if other than Permanent)

Full/Part Time Full Time

Type of Position Permanent

Join a vibrant and purpose-driven community at Shippensburg University, located in the scenic Cumberland Valley and spread across a beautiful 210-acre campus with over 40 buildings. We offer a dynamic academic environment with 45 undergraduates, 22 graduate, and 2 doctoral programs. At Shippensburg, our mission is more than words—we are committed to inclusive collaboration, fostering a strong sense of belonging, and celebrating the achievements that drive positive change in our communities. Be part of a team that values innovation, impact, and shared successShippensburg University offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees!Effective first day of employment: low-cost medical insurance plus free dental, vision, hearing, and prescription coverage.Choose from two generous retirement plans:Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP): 5% employee contribution, 9.29% employer contribution, Immediate vesting.State Employees’ Retirement System (SERS): employee may choose between SERS Class A3 with 6.25% employee contribution or SERS Class A4 with 9.3% employee contribution, with a 10-year vesting requirement.Generous paid time off, employer-paid life insurance, and so much more!See full details in link below (for PASSHE Benefits)Full Benefits Summary (PDF)Shippensburg University is currently accepting applications for the position of Police Officer. This position will work a permanent shift.To enforce applicable policies and laws in university buildings and grounds. To render assistance to those in distress. To provide public service to both residents and visitors to the University. To be responsible for the safety, control and use of Commonwealth property assigned to the University Police Department or the University. To cooperate with all other law enforcement agencies requesting assistance and/or information. Possession of basic computer skills necessary to complete reports and enter information into the department Informant system.Must meet the requirements of the department’s firearms qualification process.Should have one year of police experience or any equivalent experience or training.An associate’s degree with major course work in police science, police administration or a closely related field may be substituted for one year of police experience.Preferred QualificationsPosting Detail InformationOpen Date 03/27/2026Close DateOpen Until Filled YesSpecial Instructions SummaryFor full consideration all candidates should apply online at with acceptance of materials until the search has been closed. Materials submitted in other formats including paper applications will not be considered. All applications and inquiries will remain confidential.Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania is an Equal Opportunity Employer and, in compliance with federal and state laws and university policy, is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex. University employees are expected to demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills with all members of the campus community. They will strive to maintain integrity, effectiveness and efficiency by upholding customer service throughout all levels of performance.All university employees are required to comply with university policies, state and federal laws/statutes prohibiting any type of Discrimination, Harassment or Retaliation.Safeguarding confidential, personal data and/or records of employees, students, customers and other related constituents is the responsibility of all University employees. It is the duty of all members of the University community to take part in the maintenance of a safe campus.

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