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The State College Borough is an Equal Opportunity Employer

We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status,family responsibility, marital status, age, disability or handicap, use of service animals and/or mechanical aids, or any other non-merit factors. Applicants requiring accommodation in the application process should contact the Human Resources Department at 814-234-7115 or submit an email to HRdept@statecollegepa.us.




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SCHOOL CROSSING GUARD

Position: 65191501

Code: 2022-31

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: SCHOOL CROSSING GUARDS

Posting Start: 06/08/2022

Posting End: 12/31/9999


School Crossing Guards – Permanent and Substitutes

Daily wage is $35.00

The State College Borough is seeking individuals to serve as school crossing guards at various locations within the State College Borough. Normal assignments require individuals to be available for approximately 45 minutes in the mornings and 45 minutes in the afternoons during school days, to assist with the crossing of State College Area School District students. Crossing guards are assigned to designated intersections at the direction of State College Police. Individuals are expected to work during a....

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POLICE OFFICER TESTING REGISTRATION - 2026 TESTING

Position: 65181601

Code: 2024-63

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: BOROUGH POLICE

Posting Start: 01/13/2026

Posting End: 04/02/2026


The Borough of State College is home to The Pennsylvania State University (PSU). Being the host community to a major university allows all who live, work, and visit State College to enjoy and celebrate a culturally diverse, vibrant, and caring community. In addition to the diversity, the State College community has a very young population with 70% of the State College Borough population being between 18 and 24 years of age. Our community is also a “destination town” with approximately 2 million guests visiting each year for special events such as home PSU football games and the Central PA Fe....

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RISK MANAGER

Position: 30104002

Code: 2025-2

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: BORO ADMINISTRATION

Posting Start: 01/16/2025

Posting End: 12/31/9999

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Title: Risk Manager

Location: State College Municipal Building

Starting Salary Range: $70,720 to $88,400

Position includes Competitive Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance), 401 Pension Plan with 4.5% Employee/10% Employer Funded, paid vacation, holidays, sick time plus additional benefits to be discussed during the interview process.

REQUIREMENTS:
The Risk Manager maintains and implements the Borough’s Risk Management Plan, including claims processing, procurement of the various insurance policies of the Borough, participates in the Sa....

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MAIN SPEC DENDRICIAN

Position: 74113001

Code: 2025-31

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: BOROUGH PUBLIC WORKS TREES

Posting Start: 12/17/2025

Posting End: 12/31/9999

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Title: Dendrician Maintenance Specialist

Location: State College Service Building

Starting Hourly Rate: $31.84

Position includes Competitive Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance), 401 Employer Match Pension Plan, paid vacation, holidays, sick time plus additional benefits to be discussed during the interview process.

REQUIREMENTS:
The Dendrician Maintenance Specialist position is a labor-intensive position primarily involving the planting, maintaining, care and removal of public trees and other plant materials. The position offers a h....

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POLICE INTERN

Position: 66192501

Code: 2026-1

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: POLICE ADMINISTRATION

Posting Start: 03/10/2026

Posting End: 12/31/9999


Police Internship Program – Summer 2026 (Approximately May to August 2026, with some flexibility)

Pay Rate: $16.00 per hour

The purpose of this internship is to provide participants with a similar experience to that of an entry level police officer. Interns will be introduced and familiarized to the various components of law enforcement and their specific roles in the criminal justice system. The internship will focus primarily on the duties and tasks of patrol officers with a supplemental exposure to criminal investigations and community relations.

Interns will ....

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PW SEAS LAB -STREETS

Position: 73115002

Code: 2026-2

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: BOROUGH PUBLIC WORKS STREETS

Posting Start: 03/16/2026

Posting End: 12/31/9999


2026 Seasonal/Summer Street/Sanitation Crew

State College Borough is accepting applications for a Full-Time, Summer and 8-month Seasonal Street/Sanitation crew. The job involves street, storm and sanitary work in the Borough’s R/W as well as sanitation crew work. The work requires the ability to perform manual labor in all weather conditions on a variety of maintenance activities. Starting hourly rate is $16.00/hr. or $16.50/hr. w/CDL. 40/hrs. per week except holidays, no benefits.

Interested applicants must apply online at Employment opportunities. Positions will remain op....

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SEASONAL FACILITIES

Position: 72115001

Code: 2026-3

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: BOROUGH PUBLIC WORKS FACILITY

Posting Start: 03/16/2026

Posting End: 12/31/9999


2026 PT Seasonal Custodian

State College Borough is accepting applications for a 9-month Full-Time Seasonal Custodian. Work involves manual work in the cleaning and maintenance of Borough-owned and other public facilities for which the Borough is responsible. Work may include flexible hours with various shifts. High School diploma or equivalent, and at least 1 year of work experience preferred. Must pass a criminal background check and possess a valid PA driver’s license. Starting hourly rate is $16.00/hr, no benefits.

Interested applicants must apply online at Employme....

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PW SEAS LAB - TREES

Position: 73115003

Code: 2026-4

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: BOROUGH PUBLIC WORKS TREES

Posting Start: 03/16/2026

Posting End: 12/31/9999


2026 Seasonal/Summer Tree Maintenance Crew

State College Borough is accepting applications for a Full-Time Summer and 8-month seasonal Tree Maintenance Crew. The job involves mostly tree trimming along streets and in other public areas, but includes some other landscape, plant, and lawn maintenance as well. The work is outdoors, in all weather conditions, and requires physical agility and stamina for climbing and other activities. Academic background and/or work experience with trees and other plant materials is preferred. Starting hourly rate is $16.00/hr., and work is 40 hours/wee....

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PLANNING PAID INTERNSHIP

Position: 42120005

Code: 2026-6

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: BOROUGH PLANNING

Posting Start: 03/19/2026

Posting End: 04/10/2026


Community Planning Paid Internship
Available for Summer 2026
(200 Hours available for SUMMER) Hourly Rate-$16.00 per hour

State College is hiring an Intern to join the Planning team. The position will work closely with Planning & Community Development staff to complete tasks, reports, and projects. This is a summer internship with a total of 200 hours available for work this summer (Schedule to be determined) and the rate of pay is $16.00 per hour.

Projects and tasks to be completed by the intern include, but are not limited to:
• converting zoning files and lan....

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PW SEAS LAB -STREETS

Position: 73115002

Code: 2026-7

Type: INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location: BOROUGH PUBLIC WORKS STREETS

Posting Start: 03/20/2026

Posting End: 12/31/9999


Seasonal/Part-Time Compost Facility Scale House Attendant - 20 hours per week or less, Monday through Friday (Flexible scheduled days/hours between 7:30am to 4:00pm)

General Description:
The Scale House Attendant is responsible for the day-to-day operation of the scale house at the municipal compost facility, serving as the primary point of contact for residents, contractors, and staff. This position ensures the accurate tracking of incoming and outgoing materials, maintains required records, and supports efficient site operations. The attendant greets and directs customers, docu....

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