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University Law Enforcement Officer Apprentice, Public Safety
at University of Cincinnati
Cincinnati, OH
Posted: 4-24-2025
Law, Compliance, and Public Safety
$66,217/year
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About this Career
Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers
Skills
Good Driving Record, Civil Law, Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certification, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification, First Aid Certification, Communication, Labor Relations, Pulmonology, Report Writing, Planning, Law Enforcement Practices, First Aid, Public Relations, Field Notes, Typing, Law Enforcement, Investigation, Emergency Medicine, Physical Fitness, Human Relations Movement, Machinery
Job Description
- 4.2 Cincinnati, OH Job Details Full-time | Apprenticeship $31.05
- $32.
- rank will be commensurate with experience.
Please visit https:
//www.uc.edu/about/publicsafety/police/recruitment.html to view our video and discover more about UCPD! Engage- Love sports?
- UCPD is an agency that invests in our people.
- Join one of the nation's leading universities and make a positive impact in the lives of others.
Please visit https:
//www.uc.edu/about/publicsafety/police/recruitment.html to view our video and discover more about UCPD! Essential Functions Complete Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training Curriculum (OPOTC) within one year of employment. Proficiency shall include but not be limited to the following OPOTC subject areas: administration, legal topics, human relations, firearms, driving, subject control techniques, first aid, CPR, AED, patrol, civil disorders, traffic, investigations, physical conditioning, and homeland security. Write reports, take field notes and prepare narratives with close supervision. Drive a police vehicle. Assist stranded motorists. Administer first aid. Testify in court. Collect and properly route lost and found property. Complete radio and telephone communications. Enforce university rules and regulations, with close supervision. Participate in Community Oriented Police (COP) programs with close supervision. Must learn basics of criminal and civil law, university rules and regulations, departmental rules and regulations, departmental rules and procedures, University Law Enforcement techniques, labor relation practices and proper safety practices. Must demonstrate complaint resolution skills and good report writing skills. Must possess good public relations skills. Law enforcement hazards. May be required to work rotating shifts, holidays, weekends, scheduled and unscheduled overtime (must be able to work any shift). Ability to climb stairs, pursue suspects, and provide first aid and emergency care. Use and maintain firearms with proficiency in accordance with department policy and State law. Maintain level of agility and physical fitness to perform the duties of a ULEO Apprentice. May work in inclement weather for long durations. Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time. Required Education High School Diploma or GED Required Trainings/Certifications Must possess a current valid state issued operator's license with acceptable driving record. Must pass recruitment testing (background investigation, physical fitness assessment, psychological assessment, polygraph examination, and written test). Physical Requirements/Work Environment Sitting- Continuously Standing
- Continuously Talking
- Continuously Walking
- Continuously Hearing, listening
- Continuously Repetitive hand motion (such as typing)
- Continuously Bending
- Often Climbing stairs/ladders
- Often Crawling
- Often Crouching
- Often Kneeling, squatting
- Often Pulling, pushing
- Often Reaching overhead
- Often Stooping
- Often Lifting
- up to 20 pounds
- Often Shoveling
- Seldom Lifting
- up to 50 pounds
- Seldom Lifting
- over 50 pounds
Seldom Outdoor Environment:
Employees work outdoors and may not be protected from weather conditions.Hazards:
Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts of machinery or tools used to perform work, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals.Atmospheric Conditions:
Conditions that affect the respiratory system, such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation. Applicant Instructions If you have successfully completed the Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy, please apply to the University Law Enforcement Officer 1 position at: https://jobs.uc.edu/job-invite/98356/ Internal applicants:Internal Link Shift:
varies FOP represented position.Pay Grade:
28F Starting hourly rate: $31.05 Post-probationary rate: $32.62Shift:
Career Path A ULEO Apprentice will be eligible for promotion to ULEO 1 upon attendance and successful completion of a certified Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA). Applicant Instructions You MUST indicate on your application material evidence of having the experience, skills, or education required for this title. Document all dates of employment, description of relevant duties, and employment status. The complete application will be the sole criteria used by Human Resources to determine eligibility, which will be based on the minimum qualifications.Required Attachments:
You MUST attach a copy of your high school/college diploma or GED by uploading documents to the Additional Documents section of your application. Candidates must pass a physical agility assessment, background investigation, polygraph examination, psychological assessment, and a written test.Physical Agility Assessment:
An email will be sent to all qualifying applicants, stating the date and time of the Physical Agility Assessment and will include a "Medical Release Certification" and a waiver. Physical Agility Preparatory Sessions will be offered to demonstrate proper techniques and review the assessment process. Physical fitness requirements (see End Requirements) can be found at http://www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov/Files/Publications-Files/Publications-for-Law-Enforcement/Law-Enforcement-Training-Publications/How-to-Become-a-Peace-Officer-in-Ohio.aspx. The location of the Physical Agility Assessment will be at the UC Department of Public Safety Police Division located at 51 West Corry Boulevard, Edwards Three, Cincinnati, Ohio 45219. Please be sure to dress appropriately for the assessment tests and bring identification and the medical certification or waiver.Medical Release Certification:
This doctor's certification to perform the Physical Agility Assessment must be completed and signed by the applicant and a personal physican PRIOR to the date of the Physical Assessment; OR a waiver can be signed. One of these forms must be brought to the Physical Agility Assessment, and will be collected by assessment staff. Failure to provide one of these documents will mean exclusion from the assessment process and ineligibility for this job. Please note that the preferred method of communication is by email- make sure we have an email on file that you regularly check.
- University Hall, 51 Goodman Drive, Suite 340 (third floor).
Additional Benefits Include:
Competitive salary based on experience Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription) Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs Professional development & mentorship opportunities To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page at https://www.uc.edu/careers.html UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documentsImportant :
To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider "easy apply" applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at . The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.REQ:
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$64,584/yr
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