Police Officer Recruit

University of Dayton, Ohio • Dayton, OH

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About The Position

Under the guidance and supervision of a superior officer in the Police Division of the Department of Public Safety, the Police Recruit is a non-certified Peace Officer candidate eligible and expected to attend and successfully complete an Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy sponsored by the University of Dayton Department of Public Safety. The recruit must obtain Ohio Peace Officer Certification within a specified time period.

Applicants must meet the listed minimum qualifications and complete required screening, including a background check, psychological testing, polygraph examination, and drug screening. Applicants must submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications they meet. They must be currently authorized to work full-time in the United States; the University does not provide work visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Eligible to attend and successfully pass an Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy to obtain Ohio Peace Officer Certification.
• Possess leadership and problem-solving skills, the ability to develop long-range goals and objectives, and strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Be a citizen of the United States.
• Possess a valid Ohio driver's license.
• Through successful completion of Academy training, achieve and maintain a qualifying firearms score.
• Be able to write reports, including sketches and diagrams, using appropriate English and grammar.
• Through successful completion of Academy training, be able to take photographs when required and type accurately on a computer keyboard.
• Through successful completion of Academy training, be able to gather information and interview victims, witnesses, and suspects.
• Through successful completion of Academy training, exercise reasonable judgment in determining probable cause to arrest, search, or use force.
• Through successful completion of Academy training, be able to operate a patrol cruiser, including rapid entry and exit and operation at night or in fog, snow, rain, or other conditions.
• Be able to communicate effectively and coherently over law enforcement radio channels while responding to communications.
• Through successful completion of Academy training, be able to communicate effectively in court and other formal settings.
• Through successful completion of Academy training, be able to pursue fleeing suspects and perform rescue operations that may require lifting, carrying, dragging, and climbing.
• Through successful completion of Academy training, be able to perform patrol functions involving walking and standing for long hours in inclement and severe weather.
• Through successful completion of Academy training, be able to search people, vehicles, and buildings and conduct visual and audio surveillance.
• Through successful completion of Academy training, be able to endure verbal and mentally challenging situations.
• Through successful completion of Academy training, be able to process and transport prisoners, including those who are mentally or physically impaired.
• Through successful completion of Academy training, be able to use a gas mask, fire extinguisher for small fires, and other safety equipment.
• Through successful completion of Academy training, be able to read and comprehend legal documents.
• Pass a normal background check, psychological testing, polygraph examination, and drug screening.
• Have no conviction record for a felony, domestic violence, or crime of moral turpitude.
• Be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college or university.
• Proficiency in problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Attend and successfully complete the Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy and obtain Ohio Peace Officer Certification within the specified time period.
• Develop the capabilities required for law enforcement duties, including reporting, interviewing, exercising judgment, operating a patrol cruiser, radio communication, court testimony, patrol, searches, surveillance, prisoner processing, and rescue operations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED