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 REQUIREMENTS

The University Police and Public Safety (UPPS) at the Harrisburg campus is hiring Student Auxiliary Officers (AOs). AOs are uniformed student employees who assist with security, traffic control, and safety escorts on campus. They support the University Police at various events, including sporting events and group activities. AOs also provide security in and around residence hall areas and the Safe Walk service.

Job Duties:

• Provide security details for events.
• Conduct safety escorts.
• Perform other similar duties in a department-issued uniform.
• Provide security presence around campus, serving to support police officers.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Must be a full-time Penn State student during the regular academic year.
• Able to work varied hours, including day, afternoon, evening, and weekend shifts.
• Required to work during mandatory periods such as student arrival, graduation, and other significant events.
• Ability to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions.
• Must pass a standard background check.
• Employment may involve operating a motor vehicle; a valid US driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check are required to operate the vehicles, however not required for employment.

Additional Information:

• All majors are encouraged to apply, including international students.
• Estimate of up to 20 work hours per week
• Paid training and uniforms are provided (excluding footwear and undershirt).
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability is essential.

 

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

 

 

 

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant 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