Police Officer Job Columbus area,Ohio USA,Government

Position: Police Officer 2

Ohio Department of Public Safety – Ohio State Highway Patrol

Location could be any one of the following:

1970 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43223
1583 Alum Creek Drive, Columbus, OH 43209
717 East 17th Avenue, Columbus, OH 43211
77 South High Street, Columbus, OH 43215
30 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43215
30 West Spring Street, Columbus, OH 43215

Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety

Multiple pay increases over the first years of service!
Free Parking!

What You'll Do As a Police Officer 2

Protects lives & secures buildings & property:
Patrols grounds & buildings on foot & in car;
Protects lives of consumers/clients, visitors & employees;
Checks property for open doors, gates, windows, fires or other hazards;
Prevents crimes & enforces laws, rules & regulations;
Checks identity of persons on grounds & nature of business;
Monitors traffic conditions & parking facilities to ensure efficient flow of traffic.

Option 1

Possession of certificate having successfully completed approved basic peace officer training program

Option 2

or completion of 20 yrs. active duty as peace officer per Section 109.78(D) of Ohio revised code; valid driver's license. Probationary period is one year.

Note

Applicant must be able to successfully perform Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training Program (OPOTC) Fitness Testing Entry Standards for New Recruits

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Job

Skills:

Law Enforcement

Agency Contact Name and Information Jennifer Pletcher, HCM Sr. Analyst - JPletchero.gov

Unposting Date Jul 22, 2026, 11:59:00 PM

Primary Location United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation $28.25 per hour

Schedule Full-time

Work Hours HOURS MAY VARY/ROTATING

Classified Indicator Classified

Union Unit 2

Professional Skills Responsiveness

Agency Overview

Ohio State Highway Patrol is an internationally accredited agency whose mission is to protect life and property, promote traffic safety and provide professional public safety services with respect, compassion, and unbiased professionalism.

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