Would you like to conduct independent work in a unique law enforcement setting which covers multiple counties? The Pennsylvania Utility Commission (PUC) has an exciting opportunity as a Public Utility Enforcement Officer covering Cambria and Indiana Counties, which offers home-based work for the beginning and end of shift, as well as weekends and holidays off. Apply today and become a part of our dedicated and valued team!
Be a part of the uniformed PUC Motor Carrier Enforcement Division covering the 67 counties of Pennsylvania! Within this role, you will exercise the authority to stop and inspect all commercial motor vehicles to ensure they are in safe operating condition. Protect the motoring public by placing unsafe vehicles and drivers out of service. On occasion, you will work side by side and in conjunction with State and Local Police with the goal of preventing and reducing the number of injuries and fatalities involving commercial motor vehicles.
The Public Utility Enforcement Officer conducts safety audits to ensure that new motor carriers possess accurate knowledge of the regulations and safety management practices in place, which lends itself to safer operations on the highways of Pennsylvania.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time, home headquartered employment.
- Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- Counties of patrol are Cambria and Indiana. Candidates must reside in one of the counties of patrol or relocate within six months of employment.
- Additional travel may be required.
- Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Four years of professional police experience; or
- Four years of enforcement experience with a governmental regulatory agency’s laws, rules and regulations pertaining to motor vehicles; or
- Graduation from a four-year college or university with major course work in police sciences or law enforcement; or
- Any equivalent combination of experience and training.
- Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
Special Requirements:
- You must possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
Conditions of Employment:
- Successful completion of training and safety courses within six months of employment.
Other Requirements:
- You must reside in or relocate to Cambria or Indiana County within six months of employment.
- You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.