University Police Officer

The nature of the Police Officer’s position requires that they, in normal daily functioning, act independently in regard to decision-making, given general direction and guidance from the JCUPD Mission, and the University Mission and Learning Goals. More specific direction and guidance is provided by JCUPD Operations Manual, and the shift Corporal and Sergeant. The Police Officer will interact with both internal constituents (students, faculty, staff and contractors) as well as external constituents (parents, neighbors, merchants, governmental agencies and others). These interactions may have significant implications for the operation of the Department, the Division and the University.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Uphold and enforce the laws and ordinances of the United States, the State of Ohio, and the City of University Heights, and the policies of John Carroll University.
• Respond to emergencies; which may include criminal, medical, fire, and other emergencies on campus or affecting the JCU community.
• Investigate crimes, student conduct violations, Title IX violations and other matters as directed, in an equitable and non-judgmental manner, utilizing a fair and impartial process for all parties.
• Produce reports which are clear, concise, complete, and correct.
• Conduct proactive campus patrol, employing a community policing approach. This includes engagement with members of campus constituencies by positive interactions and an active, high-visibility presence.
• Address suspicious activity in an unbiased and safe manner.
• Ensure the physical security of JCU property. Identify potential hazards, and act to remedy them.
• Provide support to campus activities in planning and execution of event security, parking and transportation.
• Enforce campus parking and traffic rules.
• Ensure the smooth operation of the gate attendant, shuttle and JCUMES functions, providing guidance and support as needed.
• Provide services to the campus community, such as lost and found, room lockout, vehicle jumpstarts/lock-outs, fingerprinting, after hours physical plant troubleshooting, and other services as appropriate.
• Assist with CCTV and alarm monitoring as needed.