Police Officer I

University of Akron•Akron, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Enforce the laws, rules, and regulations of the country, state, city and the University through the use of professional law enforcement techniques to promote a safe and secure environment for the campus community. This role involves responding to service calls, patrolling the campus community by foot, car, or bicycle to effectively enforce laws and secure buildings and property. It also includes providing non-criminal assistance to members of the campus community while performing all duties and responsibilities of a sworn University Police Officer. Additionally, the role requires investigating alleged violations of criminal codes and University rules, making referrals and arrests to enforce criminal laws, and writing reports, completing logs, and entering data into a computer to record activities and unusual events. Preparing various documents to properly record specific events and activities is also a key part of the position.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Valid State of Ohio Driver's License with 6 points or less
Valid Ohio Peace Officers Certificate
Ability to pass psychological exam, polygraph, and a physical agility test
Up to 2 years of public safety and security experience
High moral and ethical standards
Strong communication skills
Basic problem-solving techniques
Knowledge of laws and law enforcement techniques
Ability to learn and use first aid, CPR, AED, firearms, and computers

Nice To Haves

A minimum of 3 years of law enforcement experience
Prior law enforcement experience in Summit County
Prior experience policing in an urban or college/university environment
Demonstrated interest in community policing and community engagement
An associate’s degree or higher from an accredited college or university

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.
Write reports, complete logs, and enter data into a computer to record activities and unusual events.
Prepare various documents to properly record specific events and activities.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Short and long-term disability
Life insurance
Paid leave of absences including time off for illness, vacation, and maternity or paternity leave
Tuition remission for eligible employees and their dependents
Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA) option for staff and eligible non-bargaining unit faculty
Participation in state retirement systems
Alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions
Optional investment opportunities including deferred compensation programs (403(b) and 457(b))