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Police Officer

University Hospitals
Chardon, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 8/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 12/22/2026

What You Will Do
Sign on Bonus - $5000 for external talent. Paid out half at 90 days, half at 1 year.

  • Patrols the Hospital Campus to deter and detect criminal activity.
  • Responds to calls for service
  • Documents allegations of a crime; protects persons and property; and advises on preventative practices.
  • Performs preliminary and continued investigations.
  • Searches for and collects physical evidence; interviews witnesses and victims.
  • Enforces criminal laws by arrest or non-arrest dispositions.
  • Testifies in court.
  • Answers emergency and non-emergency calls for service.
  • Deters and detects crime utilizing efficient patrol techniques.
  • Investigates crimes by obtaining witness statements, collecting evidence and processing crime scenes.
  • Writes reports on alleged criminal incidents, follow up investigations, arrests, juvenile records.
  • Prepares criminal charges.
  • Handles prisoners, including booking, and transporting.
  • Responds to special attention requests.
  • Efficiently uses discretionary patrol time for self-initiated work.
  • Maintain a condition of readiness to efficiently and effectively respond to critical incidents.

Additional Responsibilities

  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.
  • For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
  • Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
Education
  • High School Equivalent / GED (Required)
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
  • Efficiently, effectively and productively complete the essential work function of the position without direct supervision the majority of the time. (Required proficiency)
  • Thorough knowledge of the accepted practices of delivering police service. (Required proficiency)
  • Good knowledge of human relation techniques. (Required proficiency)
  • Training and proficiency in firearms, defensive tactics, less lethal force equipment, LEADS, domestic violence and legal updates. (Required proficiency)
  • Thorough knowledge of state and local laws, recent court rulings, case law, search and seizure, and laws of arrest. (Required proficiency)
  • Protect the constitutional rights of citizens. (Required proficiency)
  • Proper use and care of department equipment and vehicles. (Required proficiency)
  • Write comprehensive and detailed crime reports, accident reports, and administrative reports. (Required proficiency)
  • Effectively communicate orally. (Required proficiency)
  • Able to render credible testimony in a court of law (Required proficiency)
Licenses and Certifications
  • Driver's License (Valid) (Required)
  • Must possess a current and valid Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission’s Peace Officer Certificate (Required Upon Hire)
Physical Demands
  • Standing Constantly
  • Walking Constantly
  • Sitting Rarely
  • Lifting Frequently up to 50 lbs
  • Carrying Frequently up to 50 lbs
  • Pushing Frequently up to 50 lbs
  • Pulling Frequently up to 50 lbs
  • Climbing Occasionally up to 50 lbs
  • Balancing Occasionally
  • Stooping Frequently
  • Kneeling Frequently
  • Crouching Frequently
  • Crawling Occasionally
  • Reaching Occasionally
  • Handling Constantly
  • Grasping Constantly
  • Feeling Constantly
  • Talking Constantly
  • Hearing Constantly
  • Repetitive Motions Frequently
  • Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Frequently
Travel Requirements
  • 10%

Benefits:

Health Insurance, Vacation & Paid Time Off, 401K Plan

Salary : $28 - $35

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