Entry Level Police Officer

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The City of Bay Village is currently holding a competitive examination for the position of entry‑level Police Officer. To be considered for employment as a Police Officer with the City of Bay Village, the completion of a competitive examination must take place with the National Testing Network by January 28, 2026. For information on scheduling an examination, contact National Testing Network:

This position is responsible for patrolling the City of Bay Village, responding to emergency situations, protecting personnel and properties therein, enforcing all applicable laws, maintaining peace and safety, investigating complaints, aiding individuals, identifying criminal offenders, making arrests, identifying law enforcement and community issues, resolving conflicts, engaging with the community in a positive and proactive manner and providing other law enforcement and community policing services to the public as necessary.

• Age: 21‑40 years of age at time of appointment
• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent
• Additional qualifications are contained within the job description:

Prior to appointment applicants must successfully complete a background investigation, polygraph investigation, psychological examination, physical examination, oral interview(s), pre‑employment drug and nicotine screening, and must possess a Police Physical Agility Test Certificate from Cuyahoga Community College or Lorain County Community College.

2026 HOURLY RATES OF PAY Probationary $67,762 base annual salary/$32.57 Hourly Rate After 1 year $73,814 base annual salary/$35.48 Hourly Rate After 2 years $83,240 base annual salary/$40.01 Hourly Rate After 3 years $94,353 base annual salary/$45.36 Hourly Rate

The City of Bay Village offers a comprehensive package of great benefits! Healthcare, prescription coverage, dental and vision coverage, and group life insurance. Uniform allowance, longevity pay, proficiency pay, time‑off benefits include paid vacation, paid holidays, and paid sick leave.

Completed Civil Service applications must be signed and submitted electronically or in person to Jennifer Demaline, Human Resources Director: j

• Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, or Police Science Associate Degree, OR Bachelor Degree from any accredited college or university in any field. Proof of education must be submitted with application. (5 points)
• Current Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) Certification for full‑time officer, plus two years’ experience (or 4160 hours equivalent) in the field (municipal or township police officer, deputy sheriff, university police officer, Ohio State Patrol Officer, or Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority police office). A copy of your OPOTA certification must be submitted with application. (5 points)
• Current Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) Certification without experience. Certification must be no more than one (1) year old. A copy of your OPOTA certification must be submitted with application. (2 points)
• Honorably Discharged veteran having served at least one continuous year of active military service in the Armed Forces of the United States. A copy of your DD214 must be submitted with application. (5 points)

The City of Bay Village is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please note, effective August 15, 2012, the City of Bay Village will no longer hire individuals who use tobacco products into full‑time positions.

Category Classified Job Postings Status Open Posted January 8, 2026 Closing January 28, 2026 11:59 PM

175 South Third Street, Suite 510
Columbus, Ohio 43215