What are the responsibilities and job description for the Police Officer position at Wittenberg University?
Category:
Police & Security Positions
Department:
Police
Locations:
Springfield, OH
Posted:
Feb 17, 2025
Closes:
Open Until Filled
Type:
Full-time Non-Exempt
Ref. No.:
1-85026-50102
Position ID:
185658
About Wittenberg University:
In surveying the grounds of what is now Wittenberg University, the Rev. Ezra Keller, the college's first president and founder, remarked: "This is a lovely spot for a literary institution." Today, that lovely spot encompasses more than 100 acres of rolling hills and hollows in southwestern Ohio, with architecturally distinctive structures that embrace Wittenberg's past and provide a beautiful backdrop to the teaching excellence and Lutheran-affiliated learning environment that has defined Wittenberg University since its founding in 1845. Nationally recognized for accessible professors, engaging classroom experiences, service opportunities, and valued athletics traditions, Wittenberg is home to 1,500 students, 60 majors, minors and special programs, three graduate programs, and 25 varsity sports.
Wittenberg University is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive employee benefits package that attracts and retains talent to further the university's mission and contributes to the personal and financial well-being of employees and their families. From healthcare to our tuition benefit to vacation and holidays, our goal is to help our employees enjoy happy and healthy lifestyles, while maintaining a good work-life balance. to learn more about Wittenberg's employee benefits.
Job Description:
Wittenberg University is accepting applications for a full-time Police Officer position.
Essential functions include, but are not limited to:
- Using courtesy and tact to encourage voluntary obedience of laws, ordinances and other university district needs.
- Building and maintaining community policing relationships with the Wittenberg community along with participating in student engagement activities.
- Enforcing federal and state laws, city ordinances and all other pertinent university and local regulations with regard to the rights of the individual concerned.
- Maintaining high visibility; responding immediately to university district police/security incidents. Duties are to be carried out with prudent regard for the reasonable safety of all persons, specifically including the officer.
- Utilizing appropriate and lawful means to prevent or halt the commission of an offense and to prevent escape of, or to apprehend, a suspect or offender when it is reasonable to do so.
- Operating and maintaining vehicles.
- Maintaining proficiency through training and education.
Requirements:
Requirements include:
- High School Diploma/GED
- Applicants for this position must have successfully completed Ohio Peace Officer (OPOTA) basic training requirements and the peace officer certification examination
- Applicants must be 21 years of age or older
- A valid driver's license is required; must meet required insurance qualifications found in Wittenberg Motor Pool policies and procedures. If license is from out of state, successful candidate will need to obtain a valid Ohio driver's license within 30 days of hire date.
- Applicants must be able to pass the following tests/screenings: drug screen, psychological fitness, and background records check.
Additional Information:
This position has a beginning pay rate of $20.87 per hour with periodic step increases, topping out at $26.47 per hour.
Wittenberg is committed to attracting and retaining highly qualified individuals who collectively reflect the diversity of our student body and society at-large. Please see our notice of nondiscrimination housed on our website.
Wittenberg is committed to attracting and retaining highly qualified individuals who collectively reflect the diversity of our student body and society at-large. Please see our notice of nondiscrimination housed on our website.
The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment.
Wittenberg University is committed to preventing and addressing sexual misconduct in our campus community.
Employment at Wittenberg University is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to: criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job-related), and/or credit history (when job related).
For this position, we are unable to sponsor candidates for work visas. Wittenberg University participates in E-Verify to confirm authorization to work in the U.S.
Application Instructions:
Review of applications will begin immediately and the position will remain open until filled.
To apply, please set-up an account in our online recruiting system and upload the following documents in MS Word or Adobe Acrobat format:
To apply, please set-up an account in our online recruiting system and upload the following documents in MS Word or Adobe Acrobat format:
- A cover letter
- Resume
- Name, address and phone number of three professional references Letter or certificate of successful completion of Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training and Peace Officer Certification examination
Applicants who require accommodation during any stage of the hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (937) 327-7517 or email hure-mail@wittenberg.edu.
Salary : $21 - $26
