Police Officer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Current, valid certification by the Ohio Peace Officer Training Council as a sworn peace officer.
• Must be legally qualified to own and carry a firearm in the State of Ohio.
• Must not have been convicted in a court of law of crimes of violence, or any other offense which has as an element "the use or attempted use of any physical force or threatened use of a deadly weapon towards those persons that are generally covered by those statutes as related to family members.”
• Must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license and a good driving record.
• A “good driving record” is defined as having no more than two (2) two-point moving violations or their equivalent within the preceding three (3) years, and no convictions for six-point moving violations and/or felony traffic violations, or their equivalent, within the previous five years.
• Must be able to pass an extensive background investigation, drug screen and psychological testing.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills and effectiveness in written and oral communication.
• Strong customer service skills and an ability to respond to others with tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to understand and work effectively in a diverse, multi-cultural university environment.
• Ability to demonstrate firearms proficiency through annual requalification and other training.
• Ability to cope with and diffuse situations involving angry or difficult people, and react appropriately (within legal and policy limits) in stressful or dangerous situations.
• Interest in understanding and supporting John Carroll’s mission to inspire individuals to excel in learning, leadership, and service in the region and in the world.

Nice To Haves

• Work experience as a police officer.
• Work experience where decision-making, problem resolution and de-escalation of difficult situations are needed.
• An Associate degree or college-level coursework.

Responsibilities

• Uphold and enforce the laws and ordinances of the United States, the State of Ohio, and the City of University Heights, and the policies of John Carroll University.
• Respond to emergencies; which may include criminal, medical, fire, and other emergencies on campus or affecting the JCU community.
• Investigate crimes, student conduct violations, Title IX violations and other matters as directed, in an equitable and non-judgmental manner, utilizing a fair and impartial process for all parties.
• Produce reports which are clear, concise, complete, and correct.
• Conduct proactive campus patrol, employing a community policing approach.
• Address suspicious activity in an unbiased and safe manner.
• Ensure the physical security of JCU property.
• Identify potential hazards, and act to remedy them.
• Provide support to campus activities in planning and execution of event security, parking and transportation.
• Enforce campus parking and traffic rules.
• Ensure the smooth operation of the gate attendant, shuttle and JCUMES functions, providing guidance and support as needed.
• Provide services to the campus community, such as lost and found, room lockout, vehicle jumpstarts/lock-outs, fingerprinting, after hours physical plant troubleshooting, and other services as appropriate.
• Assist with CCTV and alarm monitoring as needed.