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Carnegie Mellon University

Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Category: Police and Public Safety
Date Posted: April 15, 2025
Application Deadline: Open until filled

Job Description

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Carnegie Mellon University's Police Department (UPD) is searching for Police Officers who are highly motivated and eager to serve the CMU community! This is an excellent opportunity if you seek to make a positive impact on a diverse community. In this role you will be required to work a flexible schedule/hours, which includes working mandated overtime and continuation of regular tour of duty.

Here at CMU, our mission is to improve and promote safety at the university through collaboration, proactive problem-solving, open communication and the delivery of professional and dependable police and security services. Our vision is to provide outstanding service to the Carnegie Mellon University community.

Apply today and help build our Police Force!

Core responsibilities will include:

Conducting general police, security, and watchman-style foot and mobile patrols of property used, owned, or occupied in whole or in part by Carnegie Mellon University.
Patrols in all weather conditions and temperatures.
Protecting life and property and preserving the public peace.
Ensuring the safety and security of the campus, the assigned sector, and its occupants/users by enforcing all Federal, state, and local laws, and university policies.
Investigating and making written reports concerning suspicious activity, persons, and unsafe conditions immediately.
Providing general assistance to security guards and traffic monitors on request; and general information to university personnel and visitors.

You Must Demonstrate:

Excellent interpersonal skills
Verbal and written communication skills
Ability to interact with a varied population
Ability to remain calm in difficult, dangerous, and high stress emergency situations, and respond to all campus constituents in a professional and polite manner

Qualifications:

Must be at least 21 years of age
High School Diploma or GED; Bachelors Degree or semester credit equivalent preferred
Previous security/police training preferred

Requirements:

Extensive law enforcement background investigation to include, but not limited to, credit check, criminal history, driving record, physical, drug & alcohol screening, and psychological exam per the Chief of Police and PLEAC Accreditation Standards.
Valid PA driver's license
PA Act 120 certification at time of hire
PA Child Protection Clearance (Act 153)

Joining the CMU team opens the door to an array of exceptional benefits.

Benefits eligible

employees enjoy a wide array of benefits including

comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance

as well as a generous

retirement savings program

with employer contributions. Unlock your potential with

tuition benefits

, take well-deserved breaks with ample

paid time off

and observed

holidays

, and rest easy with life and accidental death and disability insurance.

Additional perks include a free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass, access to our

Family Concierge Team

to help navigate childcare needs,

fitness center access

, and much more!

For a comprehensive overview of the benefits available, explore our

Benefits page

.

At Carnegie Mellon, we value the whole package when extending offers of employment. Beyond credentials, we evaluate the role and responsibilities, your valuable work experience, and the knowledge gained through education and training. We appreciate your unique skills and the perspective you bring. Your journey with us is about more than just a job; its about finding the perfect fit for your professional growth and personal aspirations.

Are you interested in an exciting opportunity with an exceptional organization?! Apply today!

Location

Pittsburgh, PA

Job Function

Police/Security Officers (CPA)

Position Type

Staff – Regular

Full Time/Part time

Full time

Pay Basis

Hourly

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