Employment with the Bloomsburg University Police

Employment with the Bloomsburg University Police

BUPD Employment

About BUPD

  • Commissioned police officers: 24 full-time employees, 10 part-time employees
  • 24/7 coverage of BU's campus
  • Full authority to enforce laws of the Commonwealth
  • Member of the Columbia County Drug Task Force

Are you looking for an opportunity to use your police training in a vibrant community made up of thousands of students, faculty, staff, alumni, and visitors? Become a commissioned police officer at Bloomsburg University.

As an officer in the Bloomsburg University Police Department, you will enjoy a challenging. and rewarding career. On Bloomsburg's 282-acre campus, you will have a direct impact on a diverse community as you perform a variety of police duties.

As a BUPD officer, you will have ...

  • Significant interaction with students providing opportunities to positively influence others
  • Continuous opportunities for professional development
  • Leadership potential
  • Excellent medical and supplemental benefits, generous leave package, tuition waiver, annuitant health care
  • 10 paid holidays per year

BUPD Requirements

  • Pennsylvania Act 120 certification
  • One year's experience as a police officer
  • Ability to interact with a dynamic and diverse college-age population

How to apply to the BUPD

To apply for your new career as a police officer at Bloomsburg University, see bloomu.edu/jobs.