Investigator/Training Officer

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Investigator/Training Officer
Category:
Education
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Department:
Department of Public Safety
Locations:
Lancaster, PA
Posted:
Feb 27, 2023
Closes:
Open Until Filled
Type:
Full-time
Position ID:
159303
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About Franklin & Marshall College:
Franklin & Marshall College is a residential college dedicated to excellence in undergraduate liberal education. Its aims are to inspire in young people of high promise and diverse backgrounds a genuine and enduring love for learning, to teach them to read, write, and think critically, to instill in them the capacity for both independent and collaborative action, and to educate them to explore and understand the natural, social and cultural worlds in which they live. In so doing, the College seeks to foster in its students qualities of intellect, creativity, and character, that they may live fulfilling lives and contribute meaningfully to their occupations, their communities, and their world.
Job Description:
Franklin & Marshall College welcomes in-state and out-of-state applicants to apply for the full-time, year round position of Investigator/Training Officer
Job Details:
Location:
F&M Campus - Lancaster, PA
Classification:
Full-time, Exempt
Schedule:
40 hours, can include evening and weekend hours, trips off campus
Reports to:
Lieutenant, Public Safety
Department:
Public Safety
Compensation commensurate with experience: $
50,000 - $53,900
Job Description:
The Public Safety Investigator/Training Officer is responsible for conducting, assisting with, and/or overseeing investigations that occur within the jurisdiction of or relating to members of Franklin & Marshall College. The Investigator/Training Officer trains Public Safety Officers in the proper procedures of police investigation and documentation, while ensuring the enforcement of all institutional rules and regulations, and State and Federal laws. The Investigator/Training Officer will assess training needs and provide specialized instruction for individual officers related to firearm use. The Investigator/Training Officer will prepare and deliver effective firearm training.
The Franklin & Marshall College Public Safety Department is an Accredited Law Enforcement Agency
demonstrating its commitment to enhanced professionalism and excellence in campus safety. The department includes 19 sworn armed police officers, 4 security officers and 4 dispatchers providing safety services through the deployment of vehicle, foot and bicycle patrols. Public Safety is led by Chief William McHale
most recently a Major with the Pennsylvania State Police who offers over 20 years of safety leadership.
Essential Functions:
Investigates or oversees investigation of all reported/suspected criminal activity, including conducting interviews.
Conducts follow-up investigations of Officers' initial criminal reports, maintains all records of criminal investigations and keeps the Director and Associate Director up-to-date on all open investigations. Maintains and tracks all cases, making timely reports to the Director.
Works as liaison with other jurisdictions, as necessary, involving criminal activity on or relating to Franklin & Marshall College property or its community members.
Instructs and trains Public Safety personnel in proper investigative procedures including interviewing, interrogation, crime scene management, and reporting. Provide firearms training and qualification for staff members and others as may be assigned.
Reviews Department policies, procedures, laws, codes and like items relating to the use of force and other relevant policies and recommends changes as needed.
Conducts inspection of and provides maintenance and repairs to department weapons, along with armory and range equipment.
Other duties as needed to include augmenting patrol duties.
Learn more about the Department of Public Safety
Requirements:
Associate's degree in criminal justice or related field is required; Bachelors degree is preferred
Minimum three to five years experience as municipal or campus law enforcement is required; campus experience preferred
Pennsylvania Act 120 or equivalent is preferred
ACT 235 or ability to obtain within 6 months is required
Intermediate level of proficiency using Google Suite is required
Excellent communication and customer service skills and the ability to calmly and appropriately respond to emergency situations are also vital to this position. Candidates must be competent with computerized information systems and be able to accurately type reports using word processing software.
Public Safety Police Officers are required to drive College-owned patrol vehicles while on duty. Therefore, the successful candidate must possess a valid PA driver's license. Based on College policy, Officers must also have had a valid U.S. or Canadian driver's license for at least 2 years, have a driving record that is free from excessive motor vehicle violations within the last 3 years, and have had no convictions in the last 24 months for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check, including a criminal record check, physical fitness evaluation, pre-employment drug screen and psychological profile. Candidates must be able to qualify with a department issued firearm.
The ability and willingness to provide excellent service and to work in a collegial manner with students, faculty and staff, and other constituencies is essential.
The Department of Public Safety is accredited by the Pennsylvania Law Enforcement Accreditation Commission (PLEAC).
Additional Information:
Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of reference checks, a criminal background verification, and verification of credentials. The College will coordinate these verifications.
Franklin & Marshall College requires all employees to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination by sending a scanned copy of their completed vaccination card to Human Resources. Employees may request a religious or medical vaccination exemption by contacting Human Resources.
Full-time members of the Franklin & Marshall College professional staff receive competitive starting pay and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health coverage, dental, vision, generous retirement savings plan contributions, education benefits for employees, spouses and dependent children, and enjoy access to all College facilities including dining venues to suit all tastes, recreation and fitness facilities, and libraries, plus access to College performances, lectures, and events. To learn more about our Benefits, please visit our Benefits Page.
Franklin & Marshall College is committed to having an inclusive campus community where all members are treated with dignity and respect. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the College does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of gender/gender-identity, sex, race or ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, genetic information, family or marital status, sexual orientation, or any other protected class.
Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of reference checks, a criminal record check, physical fitness evaluation, pre-employment drug screen, psychological profile, and verification of credentials. The College will coordinate these verifications.
Application Instructions:
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