Job Opportunities
The University of Toledo Police Department employs close to 100 full time and part time police officers, dispatchers, civilian staff, and student workers. Information, including job requirements, pay, benefits, and how to apply, are listed below.
| University Law Enforcement Officer |
| Notice of Eligibility List Recruitment |
The University of Toledo is announcing its recruitment of qualified professionals for the position of University Law Enforcement Officer. Recruitment for this position will create an active eligibility list should any positions become available.
Candidates must be at least 21 years of age by Sept. 14, 2007; possess a valid driver’s license; have weight proportionate to height; meet minimum standards of physical condition/fitness; and have a valid Ohio Peace Officer Training Certificate, or be currently enrolled in an OPOTC-certified police academy by Sept. 1, 2007. In addition, candidates must submit to a urinalysis test; have completed 96 quarter hour/64 semester hours of college level academic credits from an accredited college or university (having earned a GPA of 2.0 or higher); OR education may be substituted with five (5) years of continuous active full-time law enforcement experience (as a state-certified peace officer) with a certified law enforcement agency. Finalists must successfully pass a psychological exam; polygraph exam; written, oral, testing, and interview processes; thorough background check; etc.
Starting wage is $39,104. Extensive fringe benefits include medical care insurance; life insurance; attractive retirement plan under the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) – Law Enforcement; paid holidays; two weeks paid vacation leave after one full year of service; earned accumulation of sick leave; and educational opportunities for you and your family.
Anentry-level written police examination will be administered Saturday, Oct. 13, 2007. Candidates who meet minimum qualifications will be contacted by mail with testing information.
| Application Information |
Applicants should submit a cover letter (including position title), resume, copy of their OPOTC certificate and copies of college transcripts by Friday, Sept. 14, 2007 to the address listed below. NOTE: For applicants substituting five (5) years of full-time active, continuous law enforcement service in place of the education requirement, written documentation of proof of employment must be provided by your employer(s) and must accompany your cover letter and resume. For those applicants currently in an academy working on their OPOTC certification, written documentation of proof of enrollment status must be provided by the academy/school and must accompany your cover letter and resume. Applications should be mailed to:
| The University of Toledo Human Resources - ULEO List 2801 W. Bancroft St. Toledo, OH 43606 Fax: 419-530-6176; Email: Recruit@utoledo.edu The University of Toledo is an Equal Access, Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer and Educator. |
For more information, refer to the Police Officer information below.
Police Officer – UTPD currently employs 39 police officers. Starting pay ranges from $34,944 (without academy) to $38,147 (with academy). Top of scale for police officers is currently $46,176. Applicants must be at least 21 years old, have a valid driver’s license, and must successfully pass a variety of tests and background checks.
Police Dispatcher – UT Police has both full time and part time radio dispatchers. Starting hourly rates range from $10.39 to $13.04. Dispatchers must have excellent public relations skills and be able to pass a number of tests and a background investigation.
Student Workers – University Police employs students in many roles, including Rocket Patrol (ticketers) and various clerical positions. Starting wages range from $6.85 to $8.50 an hour.