The BLCE Welcomes Five Officers, Announces a New Hiring Cycle

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The Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement Welcomes Five Officers, Announces a New Hiring Cycle

Applications for Liquor Enforcement Officer Trainees are being accepted now through November 27, 2026.

Governor Josh Shapiro continues to aid in PSP’s mission to protect communities across the Commonwealth.

October 06, 2026

<b>Harrisburg, PA </b>– <b>The Pennsylvania Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement (BLCE) </b>today<b> </b>announced that a new hiring cycle is now open for Liquor Enforcement Officer Trainees (LEOTs). These individuals will be trained to uphold Pennsylvania’s liquor laws as a critical part of the Pennsylvania State Police’s core purpose to seek justice, preserve peace, and improve the quality of life for all.</p>\r\n<blockquote>“We are seeking highly motivated women and men who are service-minded, dedicated to public safety, and committed to making a difference in our communities,” <b>said Major Robert L. Bailey, Director of the Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement.</b> “As a Liquor Control Enforcement Officer, you have the opportunity to help protect the Commonwealth by ensuring licensed establishments comply with Pennsylvania’s liquor laws that are aimed at keeping our communities safe. We encourage those looking to start a rewarding career in law enforcement to apply today.”</blockquote>\r\n<p>The BLCE recently welcomed five new LEOs during a graduation ceremony last Wednesday for the 35th BLCE Class at the Pennsylvania State Police Academy in Hershey.</p>\r\n<p>The new LEOs received the following assignments:</p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li><b>Bella R. Easse</b> is assigned to the Philadelphia District Enforcement Office.<br>\r\n</li>\r\n<li><b>Kevin M. McKeown</b> is assigned to the Philadelphia District Enforcement Office.</li>\r\n<li><b>Shaye Pennington</b> is assigned to the Allentown District Enforcement Office.</li>\r\n<li><b>Kelse E. Schwartz</b> is assigned to the Allentown District Enforcement Office.</li>\r\n<li><b>Luke W. Wheeler</b> is assigned to the Allentown District Enforcement Office.</li>\r\n</ul>\r\n<p>The primary duties of LEOs include conducting inspections and investigations across licensed establishments, both in uniform and in plainclothes assignments, to ensure regulatory compliance and protect public safety.</p>\r\n<p>To be eligible, LEOT applicants must be at least 21 years of age, hold a valid driver’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. All candidates must also pass a background investigation and meet the necessary training and physical standards required for employment.</p>\r\n<p>LEOTs undergo approximately 16 weeks of training, which includes physical conditioning and classroom instruction.</p>\r\n<p>LEOs receive a salary of $56,541 a year approximately two months after graduating from the training academy and are assigned a vehicle.</p>\r\n<p>LEOT applications must be submitted through the Commonwealth’s <a href=\"https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/pabureau/jobs/5500582/liquor-enforcement-officer-trainee-4023-selection-cycle?department%5b0%5d=Pennsylvania%20State%20Police&amp;sort=PositionTitle%7CAscending&amp;pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs\">employment website</a> by November 27, 2026.&nbsp;</p>\r\n<p>Governor Josh Shapiro continues to aid in PSP’s mission to protect Pennsylvania communities. <a href=\"https://www.pa.gov/governor/newsroom/2026-press-releases/governor-shapiro-signs-bipartisan-2026-27-budget--securing-major\">By signing the 2026-27 budget,</a> the Governor secured $16.2 million to support four additional cadet classes for the PSP, approximately 380 Troopers, delivering in full on his core promise to put 2,000 more law enforcement officers and Troopers on the beat in our communities.</p>\r\n<p>For more information about Pennsylvania’s Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement, visit the <a href=\"https://www.pa.gov/agencies/psp/contact-psp/bureau-and-office-directory/liquor-control-enforcement/lce-employment\">BLCE website</a>.</p>\r\n"}}">

Harrisburg, PA – The Pennsylvania Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement (BLCE) today announced that a new hiring cycle is now open for Liquor Enforcement Officer Trainees (LEOTs). These individuals will be trained to uphold Pennsylvania’s liquor laws as a critical part of the Pennsylvania State Police’s core purpose to seek justice, preserve peace, and improve the quality of life for all.

“We are seeking highly motivated women and men who are service-minded, dedicated to public safety, and committed to making a difference in our communities,” said Major Robert L. Bailey, Director of the Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement. “As a Liquor Control Enforcement Officer, you have the opportunity to help protect the Commonwealth by ensuring licensed establishments comply with Pennsylvania’s liquor laws that are aimed at keeping our communities safe. We encourage those looking to start a rewarding career in law enforcement to apply today.”

The BLCE recently welcomed five new LEOs during a graduation ceremony last Wednesday for the 35th BLCE Class at the Pennsylvania State Police Academy in Hershey.

The new LEOs received the following assignments:

Bella R. Easse is assigned to the Philadelphia District Enforcement Office.

Kevin M. McKeown is assigned to the Philadelphia District Enforcement Office.

Shaye Pennington is assigned to the Allentown District Enforcement Office.

Kelse E. Schwartz is assigned to the Allentown District Enforcement Office.

Luke W. Wheeler is assigned to the Allentown District Enforcement Office.

The primary duties of LEOs include conducting inspections and investigations across licensed establishments, both in uniform and in plainclothes assignments, to ensure regulatory compliance and protect public safety.

To be eligible, LEOT applicants must be at least 21 years of age, hold a valid driver’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. All candidates must also pass a background investigation and meet the necessary training and physical standards required for employment.

LEOTs undergo approximately 16 weeks of training, which includes physical conditioning and classroom instruction.

LEOs receive a salary of $56,541 a year approximately two months after graduating from the training academy and are assigned a vehicle.

LEOT applications must be submitted through the Commonwealth’s employment website by November 27, 2026.

Governor Josh Shapiro continues to aid in PSP’s mission to protect Pennsylvania communities. By signing the 2026-27 budget, the Governor secured $16.2 million to support four additional cadet classes for the PSP, approximately 380 Troopers, delivering in full on his core promise to put 2,000 more law enforcement officers and Troopers on the beat in our communities.

For more information about Pennsylvania’s Bureau of Liquor Control Enforcement, visit the BLCE website.

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