Description
Cuyahoga Community College is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Chief of Police/Vice President, Campus Police & Security Services. The College is looking for a dynamic and collaborative leader who is committed to evolution within the profession, transparency, continuing education and teambuilding, and is engaged in best practices. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills necessary to build positive working relationships and professional partnerships, and be a collaborative, inclusive, and ethical leader with a desire to mentor and provide professional development within the department.
This outstanding professional opportunity is available due to the recent retirement of the Chief, who served the department for 30 years. The Chief of Police/Vice President of Campus Police and Security Services (CPSS) serves as the senior executive responsible for the leadership, administration, and strategic direction of the College’s comprehensive public safety operations. Reporting directly to the Executive Vice President/Treasurer, Administration & Finance, the Chief provides vision, innovation, and accountability in delivering high-quality law enforcement, emergency management, and security services across all College campuses and locations.
This position oversees sworn and non-sworn personnel, dispatch operations, and safety programs that protect students, faculty, staff, and visitors throughout the College. The Chief ensures that all departmental activities comply with local, state, and federal laws, as well as College policies and accreditation standards. The Chief serves as a key advisor on public safety policy, emergency preparedness, and risk management. The position requires a leader who can strengthen cross-departmental partnerships, foster collaboration and community/campus engagement, and lead with transparency and fairness. A complete job description can be found on the official College website Tri-C Jobs and Careers and McGrath website Executive Jobs Now Hiring (mcgrathhumanresources.com)
Requirements
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s degree in Police Science, Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or related field. Additional specialized leadership education, such as program completion through the FBI-National Academy, Northwestern University Center for Public Safety, Southern Police Institute Command courses, or equivalent program, is preferred.
Minimum of ten (10) years of supervisory/command experience in a sworn law enforcement position. Campus law enforcement leadership experience preferred.
Valid Ohio Peace Officer Training State Certification or ability to obtain within the time limit designated by the College.
Valid motor vehicle operator’s license. An Ohio motor vehicle operator’s license must be obtained upon employment.
Must successfully complete a thorough background clearance, physical examination, drug test, and psychological evaluation, which shall be no older than thirty (30) days.
Must meet ongoing departmental standards for qualification and carrying of a semi-automatic firearm.
Residency is required in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of the work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands upon the employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.1 Recruitment and Selection Procedure.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Target Starting Salary Range is $180,000 to $200,000. The final offer for the successful candidate is targeted to fall within this range but will be based upon an assessment of internal equity, the unit’s available budget, and the candidate’s qualifications in relation to the minimum and/or preferred job requirement(s).
Benefits package includes a comprehensive and flexible benefits package comprised of paid time off, affordable medical/dental/vision plan coverage, disability benefits, life/accidental/critical illness insurance, Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) and other retirement plan options. Coverage for dependents, spouses and domestic partners is also available.
TO APPLY
Qualified candidates must submit a cover letter, resume, and references to recruit@mcgrathconsulting.com The deadline to submit the required application materials is November 28, 2025. Following this date, applications will be screened against criteria outlined. For more information about the position, please contact Ron Moser at ron@mcgrathconsulting.com.
TIMELINE AND PROCESS
The College will invite several well-qualified candidates to participate in the Assessment Center and Interview process on December 15 and 16, 2025. Invitations will be extended by December 5, 2025.
Selection Process: Following the Assessment Center and Interviews, applicants selected as finalists may also be invited for additional interviews. Applicants will also be subject to a complete background investigation including their eligibility to provide criminal testimony. A psychological assessment, drug testing, and physical examination will be required for the successful candidate upon a conditional job offer from the Cuyahoga Community College.
