Campus Safety & Community Policing Officer

Central State University; Ohio; Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Central State University Police Department seeks a full-time Police Officer to patrol campus, respond to calls, and maintain safety under community policing principles.

You will conduct investigations, prepare reports, testify in court, and collaborate with campus partners. A high school diploma and state peace officer training are required; Ohio citizenship and age 21+.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a state certified Peace Officer basic training program.
• Minimum of 21 years of age at appointment.
• U.S. citizen with clean background.

Responsibilities

• Patrols campus buildings and property to maintain security and safety.
• Directs and regulates traffic.
• Investigates conditions or situations indicating potential crime.
• Conducts investigations, preserves crime scenes, and gathers evidence.
• Maintains records and prepares incident reports.
• Arrests suspects and delivers court testimony when required.
• Transports prisoners and secures warrants.
• Assists injured persons and notifies appropriate authorities.
• Answer inquiries and assist stranded motorists.
• Possess firearms certification per state standards.

Skills

Community policing

Crisis management

Decision making

Discretion & integrity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State certified Peace Officer basic training

Minimum 21 years of age

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Background Check:
All offers of employment at Central State University are contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check. This may include, but is not limited to, verification of education and employment history, criminal history check, driving record (if applicable), drug screening, and tax compliance review.

Certain positions may require additional screenings based on job responsibilities, regulatory requirements, or funding sources.

Failure to successfully complete the required background check or provide accurate and complete information may result in withdrawal of an offer or termination of employment.

Work Authorization:
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout their employment. The University is not able to sponsor employment visas for this position now or in the future.

Posting Number

Posting Number 0801853

Classification Title

Classification Title Police Officer

Working Title

Department

Department Public Safety

Department Contact Email

Department Contact Email [e-mail]

Job Summary/Basic Function

JOB SUMMARY

Under direct supervision, performs general patrol and operational duties ensuring compliance with all applicable Federal and State Laws and University Policies; answers calls when a crime is suspected or an emergency exists; takes such actions as are necessary to prevent crime, to maintain safety, to assist the campus community in a wide range of emergency and non-emergency situations. The Central State University Police Department subscribes to the Community-Oriented Policing philosophy and, therefore, the primary emphasis of the position involves community service. Officers are required to take a problem-solving approach to the situations they encounter on a day-to-day basis and to interact with the campus community on a regular basis to address relevant concerns facing the campus community.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
1. Patrols campus buildings and property to maintain security and safety. Checks, locks and unlocks doors as necessary. Reports unsafe campus conditions.
2. Directs and regulates traffic.
3. Looks for and investigates conditions or situations which may indicate a crime is about to be, or has been, committed.
4. Conducts investigations of crimes, preserves crime scenes, gathers and preserves evidence.
5. Maintains records and prepares reports of incidents and activities. Takes statements from witnesses and suspects.
6. Investigates accidents, determining conditions, causes and other pertinent facts regarding accidents.
7. Issues citations for violations of traffic laws.
8. Uses discretion to collaborate with Student Conduct authorities to provide disciplinary interventions for minor student infractions.
9. Makes arrests, sometimes requiring the use of physical effort.
10. Secures warrants. Testifies in court.
11. Transports prisoners.
12. Assists injured persons, providing appropriate notifications when necessary.
13. Answers inquiries; assists stranded motorists.
14. Ability to acquire and maintain certification (pursuant to state standards) for the operation of on-duty and off-duty firearms.

OTHER DUTIES
Please note that this position description is not intended to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of a State certified Peace Officer basic training program, or able to transfer an out of state certification.
• Minimum of 21 years of age at time of appointment.
• Must possess a valid Ohio Driver’s license, and must maintain the valid Ohio Driver’s license consistent with Central State University policy, and within the constraints provided by the University’s insurance carrier(s).
• Must be a United States citizen.
• Background must be free of felony convictions.
• Successful completion of all phases of the Selection Process, including but not limited to physical and psychological examinations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior law enforcement experience
• National Association of School Resources Officer ( NASRO ) certified
• Experience in Community Oriented Policing Initiative
• Bachelor’s Degree or Post High School Certification

Posting Date

Posting Date 09/24/2026

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Background Check:
All offers of employment at Central State University are contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check. This may include, but is not limited to, verification of education and employment history, criminal history check, driving record (if applicable), drug screening, and tax compliance review.

Certain positions may require additional screenings based on job responsibilities, regulatory requirements, or funding sources.

Failure to successfully complete the required background check or provide accurate and complete information may result in withdrawal of an offer or termination of employment.

Work Authorization:
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and throughout their employment. The University is not able to sponsor employment visas for this position now or in the future.

Position Category

Position Category Staff - Bi-Weekly (Non Exempt)

Budgeted Annual Salary

Budgeted Annual Salary Commensurate with experience

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a high school diploma or GED equivalent?
  • Yes
  • No