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University Police OfficerEnforce 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.Essential Functions:65% Respond to service calls and patrol the campus community on foot, by car, or by 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.20% Investigate alleged violations of criminal codes and University rules while making referrals and arrests to enforce criminal laws.15% 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.Additional Position Information:Education: Requires a high school diploma or GED.Licenses/Certifications/Requirements: Valid State of Ohio driver's license with 6 points or fewer. Valid Ohio Peace Officer's Certificate. Ability to pass a psychological exam, polygraph, and physical agility test.Experience: High moral and ethical standards, strong communication skills, basic problem-solving techniques, and knowledge of laws and law enforcement techniques are required. Ability to learn and use first aid, CPR, AED, firearms, and computers required.Preferred Qualifications: A minimum of 3 years of law enforcement experience is preferred. Prior law enforcement experience in Summit County preferred. 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.Physical Requirements: Moderate physical effort required involving long periods of standing, walking on rough surfaces, bending and/or stooping. Must be able to pursue, restrain, and apprehend individuals who may be uncooperative, resistant, or combative, including the ability to run, climb multiple flights of stairs, move objects that may be used to block or barricade a pathway, lift and transport an adult, and quickly move to cover, detect, or respond to a threat.Leadership: No authority or responsibility for the supervision of others.Working Conditions: Routine discomforts from exposure to moderate levels of heat, cold, moisture/wetness, noise, and air pollution. May involve routine/occasional exposure to light chemical substances or hazards (radiation, chemicals, diseases, heights and moving parts).FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt): United States of America (Non-Exempt)Union Affiliation (if applicable): For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed: Cindy Harm
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akron, OH, 44301, US
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