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Police Officer Trainee

Wellspan Health

Chambersburg, PAFull-timeSeen 2w agoSeen in employer's feed today

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Compensation
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Location
Chambersburg, PA
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Act 120 Or EquivalentAct 235 CertificationAct 501 CertificationBasic Life SupportWellSpan Police TrainingValid Driver's License

Job overview

The Police Officer Trainee provides sworn law enforcement services across assigned WellSpan facilities to protect patients, visitors, team members, and organizational assets. The role includes patrol, investigations, incident response, enforcement, evidence handling, and coordination with public safety partners and emergency agencies. The position is full-time, with required travel to system sites and every-other-weekend and holiday coverage.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationComputer SkillsMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordInterpersonal Communication

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GEDAct 120 or Equivalent3 Years Law Enforcement or Public Safety ExperienceAct 235 CertificationAct 501 CertificationBasic Life SupportValid Driver's LicenseWellSpan Police TrainingAssociate's Degree or Related

Benefits

Medical Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off
Tuition Assistance
Parental Leave

Full job description

Job Identification 230137

Job Category Facilities

Job Schedule Full time

Job Shift Shift3 - Night

Locations 112 N 7th St, Chambersburg, PA, 17201, US

Assignment Category Not Applicable

FTE 1

Job Description

Schedule

Chambersburg and Waynesboro Hospitals

Full Time: 80 Hours/Biweekly

Hours: 11:00pm - 7:00pm

Every Other Weekend and Holiday, Required

*Interested candidates must attach their Act 120 Basic Recruit Training Program Transcript (or equivalent) to application

General Summary

Provides sworn law enforcement services to protect patients, visitors, team members, and organizational assets across assigned facilities. Performs patrol, incident response, and enforcement activities to deter crime, respond to emergencies, and maintain a safe and secure environment. Ensures actions and decisions comply with applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies.

Responsibilities

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Conducts investigations related to criminal activity, safety incidents, and violations occurring on WellSpan property, including gathering information, interviewing involved parties, and documenting findings.

  • Enforces applicable laws, regulations, and organizational policies, including taking enforcement actions and initiating arrests when legally authorized and required.

  • Prepares clear, accurate, and timely reports and documentation related to incidents, investigations, enforcement actions, and patrol activities.

  • Maintains custody, handling, and documentation of evidence related to criminal or investigative matters in accordance with established procedures.

  • Operates law enforcement and security equipment necessary to perform assigned duties.

  • Provides assistance and support to patients, visitors, and team members during routine operations and emergency situations.

  • Participates in required training, certification, and continuing education activities to obtain and/or maintain sworn status and operational readiness.

  • Coordinates with internal public safety partners and external emergency response agencies during incidents, investigations, or emergency responses.

  • Assists the security team with security operations as needed and when assigned.

Common Expectations:

  • Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.

  • Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

  • Participates in projects, details, or assignments as assigned by the Vice President of Public Safety.

Travel Requirements:

  • Estimated Amount: 50% - Travel to sites across the system for assignments, trainings, meetings, or other supervisory reasons on an as needed basis.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

  • High School Diploma or GED In Criminal Justice, Security Management, Homeland Security, Emergency Management, Criminology, Public Safety Administration, Business Administration or related field. Required and

  • Certificate Program Pennsylvania Municipal Police Officers' Education and Training Commission (MPOETC) Act 120 Basic Recruit Training Program. (Act 120) or equivalent. Required

  • Associates Degree In Criminal Justice, Security Management, Homeland Security, Emergency Management, Criminology, Public Safety Administration, Business Administration or related field. Preferred

Work Experience:

  • 3 years Law enforcement or public safety experience. Required

Licenses:

  • Lethal Weapons Training Act Certification (Act 235) within 90 days Required and

  • Act 501 Certification (Private Police Force (court certification) within 90 days Required and

  • Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required

Driver's License Statement:

Must possess a valid driver's license in the current state of residence. Driving record must meet requirements established by WellSpan Risk Management.

Courses and Training:

  • Successful completion of WellSpan Police Training. within 90 days Required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Basic computer skills and Microsoft applications (Excel and Word).

  • Excellent interpersonal/communications skills.

Benefits Offered:

  • Comprehensive health benefits

  • Retirement savings plan

  • Paid time off (PTO)

  • Education assistance

  • Financial education and support, including DailyPay

  • Expanded Paid Parental Leave

For additional details: Benefits & Incentives | WellSpan Careers (joinwellspan.org) (https://www.joinwellspan.org/benefits/)

WellSpan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy and intention of the System to maintain consistent and equal treatment toward applicants and employees of all job classifications without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic.

How this job compares

Set against the 448 open Law Enforcement jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 5, 2026.

Pay
  • This postingNot listed
  • US median$74–83K/yr162 salary ranges
  • US median$26–31/hr70 hourly ranges
Openings
Olive Jobs lists 23 open Law Enforcement jobs in Pennsylvania and 448 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Pennsylvania
Experience
This posting asks for at least 3 years of experience; Law Enforcement postings that state a minimum ask for 1 year at the median (227 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a high school diploma; 197 of the 448 open Law Enforcement jobs (44%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 5, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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