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Several area businesses opened their doors a century ago, and they are still in operation. They paved the way for those Kane alumni who explored life elsewhere and then have returned to start businesses in their hometown. This combination of older and new businesses make for a thriving business community, which offers retail, customer service and countless other opportunities.
Entrepreneurialism is a huge part of who we are here. Contact Kane Chamber of Commerce Director Kate Kennedy to start achieving your business goals
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We have a great regional network of business resources, ready to help new businesses get off the ground. Whether you need funding, a business plan, or support for an unexpected concern, assistance is available.
Northcentral Pennsylvania Regional Planning and Development Commission
Penn West Clarion
McKean County Economic Development Office
Kane Area Industrial Development Corporation
NWRIC
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Assistant Chief of Police – Kane Borough, McKean County, PA
Kane Borough, located in scenic McKean County, Pennsylvania, is seeking applications from qualified candidates for the position of Assistant Chief of Police.
Nestled on the Allegheny Plateau and surrounded by hundreds of thousands of forested acres, Kane Borough is a full-service community that offers residents and visitors endless year-round opportunities for outdoor recreation.
The Assistant Chief of Police will be responsible for:
- Evidence Management
- Childline Investigations
- Reviewing and approving complaint reports, incident reports, and criminal complaints through the INFORMANT RMS system
- Assisting with developing, implementing, and enforcing departmental policies, procedures, and internal regulations, in order to implement directives from the Council or Manager.
- Planning for and reviewing specifications for new or replaced equipment.
- Assisting with developing, implementing, and enforcing departmental policies, procedures, and internal regulations.
- Assisting with overseeing staff, managing training programs, and handling disciplinary matters or internal investigations.
- Ensuring that laws and ordinances are enforced and that the public peace and safety is maintained.
- Performing the duties of patrol officer as needed or directed.
- Representing the Borough in a positive and progressive manner.
- Assisting with BodyCam and MVR cloud service. Reviewing and logging pertinent footage.
- Attending meetings or community functions if the Chief is unavailable
- Performing other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Pennsylvania MPOETC Certification at time of appointment
- Minimum 5 years of progressive supervisory experience in law enforcement preferred
- Must meet such medical and physical standards as may be prescribed by the civil service board and successfully pass any qualifying examination, either oral or written, that the board may approve.
- Valid Pennsylvania motor vehicle operator’s license without record of suspension or revocation in any state.
- U.S. Citizenship
- No criminal record; must be willing to undergo an extensive background investigation
Required Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills
- Strong management and leadership ability with proven supervisory experience
- Familiarity with administrative practices and supervisory theory
- Ability to train and supervise other police personnel
- Considerable knowledge of traffic and criminal law, municipal ordinances and applicable
- Federal laws
- Ability to make sound operational and emergency decisions
- Strong oral and written communication skills, including report writing
- Knowledge of municipal labor and pension laws as well as contemporary personnel regulations
- Proficiency in computer systems and familiarity with records management systems
- Skillful operation of required tools and equipment
- Ability to meet all physical standards of the department
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional planning, budgeting, communication, and leadership skills. Kane Borough seeks an Assistant Chief of Police who can provide effective organizational leadership, foster positive community relations, and maintain the highest standards of integrity and accountability.
The position offers a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Benefits include health, vision, dental, disability and life insurance.
Qualified candidates may submit an application, cover letter and resume to the Borough of Kane Personnel Committee at:
Interested applicants are to apply by no later than March 16, 2026 by 4:00pm.
Kane Borough is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, marital status, race, color, ancestry, national origin, political affiliation, religion, disability or other protected characteristic.
The Borough of Kane, PA is currently looking for qualified candidates to be accepted into a Police Officer Cadet Sponsorship program.
This program is designed to assist accepted candidates financially while being trained at a Police Academy.
Basic requirements, not limited to: Must be 21 years of age, US citizen, possess a High School diploma or greater, possess a valid Driver’s License, computer fluency, be physically and mentally fit to perform the duties of a Police Officer, cannot have a felony or domestic violence conviction.
Details of the program and application forms may be obtained at the Kane Borough Office located at 112 Bayard St. Kane, PA 16735 or by requesting and email package at office@kaneboro.com. A letter of interest and a resume should accompany the returned application form.
Interested applicants are to apply by no later than March 6, 2026 by 4:00pm.
The Borough of Kane is seeking applicants for the position of full-time Police Officer.
We are looking for a dedicated Police Officer to join our team to serve and protect members of the public and their properties, prevent crime and improve citizens’ quality of life.
The Kane Borough Police Department operates 24/7/365 and is integral to our active, growing community.
Minimum Experience, Knowledge, and Skills:
- United States Citizen
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Possess a High School Diploma or G.E.D.
- Possess a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license
- Possess current Act 120 certification
- Successfully pass a background check
- Pass a basic knowledge test
- Pass a basic physical & fitness test
Benefits include competitive salary, health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance with vacation and
sick pay.
Applications can be obtained in person at the Kane Borough office at 112 Bayard St. during normal business hours or by emailing kane.civil.service@gmail.com. Upon review, selected applicants will receive information concerning knowledge and fitness test dates and times, along with required physical exam and background check information.
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