Campus Police Officer

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Enforce local, state, and federal laws, as well as University rules, regulations, and traffic/parking policies.
• Investigate criminal violations, traffic crashes, judicial violations, and citizen complaints; protect crime scenes and preserve evidence.
• Patrol the campus on foot and by vehicle to protect persons and property, provide escorts, manage traffic and parking, and respond to emergencies.
• Safely operate and maintain patrol vehicles, firearms, radios, and other departmental equipment.
• Prepare clear and professional reports, logs, and documentation.
• Positively interact with the campus community, enhancing relationships with students, faculty, staff, and local public safety agencies.
• Work overtime, special events, or be called in for emergencies as needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work effectively in a diverse academic and law enforcement environment.
• Strong judgment, decision-making, and communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Physically and mentally fit to perform law enforcement duties, including making arrests and safely managing resisting individuals.
• A willingness to work varied shifts, overtime, and respond to emergency call-ins.
• Must be prepared to work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions, as well as respond to high-stress emergency situations.

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Current Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission (OPOTC) certificate in good standing.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license with fewer than six points.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior law enforcement experience.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment.
• Experience with safety presentations, training, or community engagement.