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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania |
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POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING |
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Position Number: 50673626 |
Description Activated On: 6/21/2024 12:53:22 PM |
Position Purpose: Describe the primary purpose of this position and how it contributes to the organization’s objectives. Example: Provides clerical and office support within the Division to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. This position is designed to provide the candidate with the initial skills and information necessary to begin his/her police career. The candidate must successfully complete the basic MPOETC training program requirements prior to performing any police-related duties, obtain Act 120 certification, and the departments field training course. |
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Description of Duties: Describe in detail the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Descriptions should include the major end result of the task. Example: Types correspondence, reports, and other various documents from handwritten drafts for review and signature of the supervisor. An employee in this job is enrolled in a MPOETC approved Act 120 certification program designed to develop proficiency in law interpretation and application, legal procedures, police operations, public safety, physical fitness, self-defense, firearms use, first aid, report writing, maintenance and use of equipment, and law enforcement practices. |
Decision Making: Describe the types of decisions made by the incumbent of this position and the types of decisions referred to others. Identify the problems or issues that can be resolved at the level of this position, versus those that must be referred to the supervisor. Example: In response to a customer inquiry, this work involves researching the status of an activity and preparing a formal response for the supervisor’s signature. The candidate must have the ability to read and interpret written materials, such as laws and regulations, follow oral and written instructions, use sound judgement, to observe, assess, and evaluate surroundings and accurately recall facts, operate a motor vehicle, establish and maintain effective working relationships, and effectively communicate orally and in writing. |
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Requirements Profile: Identify any specific experience or requirements, such as a licensure, registration, or certification, which may be necessary to perform the functions of the position. Position-specific requirements should be consistent with a Special Requirement or other criteria identified in the classification specification covering this position. Example: Experience using Java; Professional Engineer License Experience: 1. Must maintain a valid PA Class C driver's license. 2. Must achieve MPOETC Act 120 Requirements and standards. 3. Must be a resident of Pennsylvania. 4. The Municipal Officers' Education and Training Commission (MPOETC) requires that individuals must be a U.S. citizen in order to receive police officer certification. 5. Candidates must successfully pass a medical exam, urinalysis screening, psychological evaluation, voice stress exam, hearing and vision exam, and a physical fitness test that includes running, swimming, strength and agility, and any other test deemed appropriate for the pre-service registration. 6. Candidates are required to be enrolled in, participate, and complete the MPOETC approved Act 120 training, by the end of the probationary period, to obtain authority to exercise the powers of arrest. Act 120 certification must be obtained to successfully complete the intern program. Licenses, registrations, or certifications: 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A 4. N/A 5. N/A 6. N/A |
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Essential Functions: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
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