Police Officer 1

The University of Akron; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Akron seeks a sworn University Police Officer to enforce laws on campus and promote a safe, secure environment for students, staff, and visitors. The role conducts patrols on foot, car, or bicycle and provides non-criminal assistance while upholding university rules.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED, an Ohio driver’s license with ≤6 points, and an Ohio Peace Officer’s Certificate.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED.
• Valid Ohio driver's license with 6 points or fewer.
• Valid Ohio Peace Officer's Certificate.
• Ability to pass psychological, polygraph, and physical agility tests.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Respond to service calls and patrol campus on foot, car, or bike.
• Provide non-criminal assistance while enforcing laws and campus rules.
• Investigate alleged violations and prepare reports and logs.
• Complete documents recording events and activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Physical fitness

First aid

CPR training

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's degree preferred

Tools

Computer systems

Radio/communications equipment

Job description

Job Summary: 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. 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, andphysical 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).Review of applications: Will begin on October 8, 2026.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 HarmEmail:[e-mail]________________________________________________________________________Background Check StatementThe University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.Non-Discrimination StatementThe University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.State of Residence StatementIt is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.