Patrol Officer - Examination

Patrol Officer – Entry Level

Salary
: $26.52 per hour during Police Training Academy. Upon graduation, annual salary range $66,466.75 – $92,212.18. Benefits include a sign‑on bonus up to $5,000, tuition reimbursement up to $6,000, longevity bonus up to $800, clothing allowance $1,200, and paid parental leave.

• Respond to emergency calls, traffic stops, and community‑safety calls.
• Conduct surveillance, investigate crimes, de‑escalate conflicts, and make arrests.
• Provide first‑aid and CPR as needed.
• Document incidents accurately and adhere to departmental policies.
• Patrol neighborhoods, manage traffic, and assist other city departments.
• Testify in administrative or judicial proceedings and consult with supervisors and prosecutors.
• Carry departmental weapons and equipment as required.
• Perform all other assigned duties of a Patrol Officer.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Ohio Driver’s License free of suspensions at all times; must have license prior to academy appointment.
• Age 21–54 at the time of academy appointment.
• Must obtain and maintain Ohio Peace Officer and LEADS certifications.
• Success in the National Testing Network (NTN) Law Enforcement written exam.

• Firearm and secondary weapon handling, use of force, and motor‑vehicle operation under stress.
• Problem‑solving, communication, and cultural‑competence skills.
• Ability to produce precise, accurate reports.
• Physical endurance, agility, and strength to meet job duties.

• Constant tasks: sitting, talking, hearing, repetitive motions, eye/hand coordination while wearing uniform and equipment weighing 25–35 pounds.
• Frequent tasks: standing, walking, operating a patrol car, handling light to heavy loads, and exposure to extremes of temperature and weather.
• Rarely: heavy lifting for training, transporting victims or downed officers.

Must be a citizen of the United States prior to academy appointment.

• Background investigation includes employment, references, criminal, and vehicle checks.
• Medical examination required to meet ADA standards.
• Drug screening (urinalysis) required.

We are an equal‑opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin/ancestry, military status, disability, age, or religion.