Recruitment

Kent State University Police Services is a progressive police agency providing professional and humanistic police services to the university community. The agency is actively seeking candidates for police officer and emergency services dispatcher positions. If you are interested in being a police officer or emergency services dispatcher at Kent State University, follow the application process (Office of Human Resources) when there are open positions or contact a recruitment officer at any time.

Police Officer

Job Description
  • Starting wage: $28.67 for applicants with less than 2 years of full-time law enforcement experience
  • Starting wage: $31.83 for applicants with 2 years or more of full-time law enforcement experience
  • Current annual salary after 5 years: $78,977.60
  • Free Tuition for qualifying family members
  • Annual uniform allowance
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Life Insurance
  • Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
  • Paid Leave (Vacation, Sick, Compensatory time, and more)
  • Wellness initiatives
  • Employee assistance program

For a full listing and explanation of Kent State University Benefits, please visit the Employee Benefits page

KSU Police Officer job descriptions: Job Descriptions

Qualifications
  • 21 years or older
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Valid driver's license
  • Good driving record
  • No convictions for violent criminal offenses
  • Good physical condition
Selection Process

*Could include any of the following

  • Written Examination
  • Physical Fitness Test
  • Assessment Center
  • Background Investigation
  • Psychological Assessment
  • Polygraph Examination
  • Oral Interview
  • Medical Examination
Training Requirements

Police officers must complete a certified Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training Academy. KSU Police Services will provide this training to qualified candidates who do not have this certification upon hire. Newly hired police officers will then complete an immediate five-month Field Training Program or will complete the program at the conclusion of their academy attendance.

Emergency Services Dispatcher

Job Description
  • Starting wage: $21.65
  • Wage after 1 year: $22.30
  • Annual wage increases for accomplished training for additional 3 years
  • Free Tuition for qualifying family members
  • Annual uniform allowance
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Life Insurance
  • Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
  • Paid Leave (Vacation, Sick, Compensatory time, and more)
  • Wellness initiatives
  • Employee assistance program

For a full listing and explanation of Kent State University Benefits, please visit the Employee Benefits page

KSU Emergency Services Dispatcher job descriptions: Job Descriptions

Qualifications
  • 18 years or older
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Valid driver's license
  • No convictions for violent criminal offenses
  • Multitasking, technological, and typing skills
  • Good communication skills
Selection Process

*Could include any of the following

  • Written Examination
  • Interview Process
  • Background Investigation
  • Psychological Assessment
  • Medical Examination
Training Requirements

Emergency Services Dispatchers must complete a three-month in-service training program along with certification classes for Public Safety Telecommunicator and Emergency Medical Dispatcher.  The certification class will be provided and paid for by the agency.

Applications

Kent State University Police Services will assist and guide any person interested in employment.  If no vacancies exist, we will maintain liaison and communications with interested persons until a vacancy occurs. When a job opening occurs, an application must be completed at the Office of Human Resources website.

Contact

Please feel free to call or email any one of these department members. They are ready to help you make a decision on joining our professional team.

Phone: (330) 672-3070

Police Officer Inquires
Captain Rick O'Neill
Email: u319@police.kent.edu

Sgt. Tricia Knoles
Email: u339@police.kent.edu

Dispatcher Inquires
Alisen Butcher
Email: u368@police.kent.edu

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Kent State University is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

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