Police Officer
Company: Akron Children's Hospital
Location: Hudson
Posted on: January 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description $5,000 Sign-On Bonus (Taxable) Available Bonus
paid in full with first paycheck Full-Time, 40 Hours/Week Variable
Schedule /Onsite Summary: Patrols assigned areas of hospital campus
to maintain an orderly and safe environment for patients, visitors,
and staff. Enforces Hospital policies and procedures, and
applicable local and state laws. Upholds the mission, vision,
values, and customer service standards of Children's Hospital
Medical Center of Akron (CHMCA). Responsibilities: 1. Actively
patrol assigned area of jurisdiction on foot or in a vehicle,
checking buildings and surrounding areas for criminal activity or
unsafe conditions. 2. Working independently with minimal
supervision, respond to all assigned calls for police services,
including, but not limited to; violent persons, hazardous
situations, medical and mental health emergencies, and non-criminal
assistance to the campus community. 3. Knowledge and adherence of
department policies, procedures, as well as City, State, and
Federal law. 4. Observe traffic hazards and conditions, and
recommend corrective actions, investigate traffic accidents,
enforce traffic laws and parking violations, assist motorists with
disabled vehicles, and direct traffic. 5. Ability to effectively
communicate and use police radio, computer, email, and telephone.
6.Interact with diverse populations with respect and dignity of
cultural norms and practices. 7.Make arrests for violations of laws
or ordinances, prepare and file necessary court documents, testify
in court, transport prisoners. 8.Interview complainants, victims,
witnesses, and suspects, analyze report information to enhance
enforcement, investigative or safety efforts and prepare written
reports in the record management system. 9.Participate in ongoing
training and professional development to maintain certifications,
enhance skills, and uphold best practices in law enforcement. 10.
Engage in community policing initiatives, fostering positive
relationships with patients, visitors, and staff, and collaborate
to resolve safety concerns and enhance community trust. 11. Perform
any other assigned duties/tasks related to the needs of the
department, meet and maintain any performance standards established
for the position. Other information: Technical Expertise 1.
Experience containing and control crowds in order to preserve
peace, providing a safe environment during large events. 2.
Experience with record management systems to document incident
reports in a complete, concise, and proper manner. 3. Experience
making arrests and/or transport arrestees when appropriate. 4.
Experience providing appropriate medical assistance to the sick and
injured by providing first aid and/or alerting medical staff.
Education and Experience 1. Must be 21 years of age or older at
time of hire. 2. High School Diploma or equivalent. 3. Associate
degree in a related field preferred. 4. Possesses a valid Ohio
driver's license (and ability to obtain and maintain eligibility of
insurability as determined by the CHMCA insurance carrier's
requirements to operate CHMCA vehicles) and reliable transportation
to report to alternate sites. 5. Possess a current OPOTA Basic
Police Academy certification. 6. Required to achieve and maintain
department's qualifying firearms standards for duration of
employment. 7. Successfully complete a thorough background
investigation. 8. Demonstrate psychological fitness commensurate
with the role of a police officer, evaluated by a psychologist
designated by the Department of Public Safety Director and Chief.
Full Time FTE: 1.000000 Status: Onsite
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