Part Time Sheriff and Deputy Sheriff Trainers

Penn State University
Dallas, Texas 75217 United States  View Map
Posted: Jun 07, 2026
  • Full Time
  • Public Safety
  • Summary

    APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants .Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants .JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTSThe Justice and Safety Institute is seeking qualified law enforcement instructors for the Sheriff and Deputy Sheriff's Basic Training Academy at University Park. This work assignment requires face-to-face, hands-on instruction with no possibility of remote work.The Sheriff's Academy hosts up to three, 19-week residency training programs yearly. All instructors are adjunct, part-time and schedule training assignments as needed.Training modules include:FirearmsDefensive TacticsTactical Combat Casualty Care/Emergency First AidEmergency Vehicle Operations (EVOC)Physical ConditioningOfficer SafetyCrisis InterventionPennsylvania Criminal and Civil lawInterested instructors are required to produce certification certificates for these specialized subjects.In addition, all potential instructors must be certified through PCCD (Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency) and the Sheriff & Deputy Sheriff Training and Education Board.Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis through the open job announcement and will be reviewed as Academy needs arise.This job requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid USdriver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be requiredin addition to standard background checks.The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancingdiversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individualuniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversityinitiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society andnature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a corestrength and an essential element of our public service mission.BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCESEmployment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICSPursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here .EEO IS THE LAWPenn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.Penn State PoliciesCopyright InformationHotlines#J-18808-Ljbffr

  • Job Description

    APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants .Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants .JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTSThe Justice and Safety Institute is seeking qualified law enforcement instructors for the Sheriff and Deputy Sheriff's Basic Training Academy at University Park. This work assignment requires face-to-face, hands-on instruction with no possibility of remote work.The Sheriff's Academy hosts up to three, 19-week residency training programs yearly. All instructors are adjunct, part-time and schedule training assignments as needed.Training modules include:FirearmsDefensive TacticsTactical Combat Casualty Care/Emergency First AidEmergency Vehicle Operations (EVOC)Physical ConditioningOfficer SafetyCrisis InterventionPennsylvania Criminal and Civil lawInterested instructors are required to produce certification certificates for these specialized subjects.In addition, all potential instructors must be certified through PCCD (Pennsylvania Commission on Crime and Delinquency) and the Sheriff & Deputy Sheriff Training and Education Board.Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis through the open job announcement and will be reviewed as Academy needs arise.This job requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid USdriver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be requiredin addition to standard background checks.The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancingdiversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individualuniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversityinitiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society andnature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a corestrength and an essential element of our public service mission.BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCESEmployment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver's license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks.CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICSPursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here .EEO IS THE LAWPenn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.Penn State PoliciesCopyright InformationHotlines#J-18808-Ljbffr

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