Police Officer 1

Responsibilities

• Respond to service calls and patrol the campus community by foot, car, or bicycle to effectively enforce laws and secure buildings and property.
• Provide non-criminal assistance to members of the campus community while performing all duties and responsibilities of a sworn University Police Officer.
• Investigate alleged violations of criminal codes and University rules while making referrals and arrests to enforce criminal laws.

Requirements

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• Valid State of Ohio Drivers License with 6 points or less.
• Valid Ohio Peace Officers Certificate.
• Ability to pass psychological exam, polygraph, and a physical agility test.
• High moral and ethical standards, strong communication skills, basic problem solving techniques, and knowledge of laws and law enforcement techniques required.
• Ability to learn and use first aid, CPR, AED, firearms, and computers required.
• A minimum of 3 years’ law enforcement experience.
• Prior law enforcement experience in Summit County.
• Prior experience policing in an urban or college/university environment preferred.
• Demonstrated interest in community policing and community engagement preferred.
• An associate’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university preferred.

Qualifications

• No authority or responsibility for the supervision of others.

Education

Additional Position Information: Requires high school diploma or GED.

Experience

• High moral and ethical standards, strong communication skills, basic problem solving techniques, and knowledge of laws and law enforcement techniques required.
• Ability to learn and use first aid, CPR, AED, firearms, and computers required.
• A minimum of 3 years’ law enforcement experience.
• Prior law enforcement experience in Summit County.
• Prior experience policing in an urban or college/university environment preferred.
• Demonstrated interest in community policing and community engagement preferred.
• An associate’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university preferred.

Leadership

No authority or responsibility for the supervision of others.

Compensation

The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience.

Application Instructions

To be considered for this position, please complete the online application and attach your resume.

Background Check Statement

The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. State of Residence Statement

It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.