Police Officer Dublin, OH

Overview

Police Officer job at National Testing Network for the City of Dublin, Dublin, Ohio. This posting covers entry-level and lateral transfer opportunities. The City sponsors non-certified new hires to attend a Basic Peace Officer Training Academy. Lateral transfers require proof of OPOTA certification. All applicants must complete the NTN written examination and apply through the City of Dublin career site. Applications and test scores must be submitted by February 12, 2025.

City of Dublin Police Department, Dublin, Ohio. Address: 6565 Commerce Parkway, Dublin, OH 43017.

• NTN Written examination and Dublin Career Site Application:
  January 6 – February 12
• Panel Interviews:
  February 24 – March 7
• Physical Fitness Assessment (Mandatory for all applicants):
  Saturday, March 22
• Background investigation:
  March 12 – May 9
• Final Interviews:
  May 19 – 13
• Projected start date:
  August 14, 2025

The Dublin Police Department subscribes to a Community-Oriented Policing philosophy. Officers focus on community service, problem-solving, and regular interaction with residents within their assigned districts. The department offers full-time positions in Patrol, Detective Bureau, Community Impact Unit, and Community Education Unit, with ancillary support roles available in areas such as Background Investigations, Drone Pilot, Field Training Officer, and more. The department emphasizes professional development and diverse career opportunities.

• Competitive pay plan and comprehensive benefits for full-time employees
• Premium-free medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy benefits
• Ohio Police and Fire Pension Plan
• Special Duty rate: 65% above step four or $90.00/hour
• Employer-provided life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and Peer Support Program
• Promotional opportunities
• Tattoos and facial hair permissible
• On-site fitness equipment and range
• Vacation, sick, personal leave, and 11 paid holidays
• Up to 160 hours of Compensatory time
• Various ancillary duties and committee involvement
• Employer-provided contributions to Health Savings or Health Reimbursement Account
• Tuition reimbursement and paid training opportunities
• Dublin Community Recreation Center membership

• Training Step: $70,346.86
• Step One: $76,241.34
• Step Two: $87,496.13
• Step Three: $98,756.98
• Step Four: $

• Minimum Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent;
    Bachelor’s degree preferred in Criminal Justice, Police Science, Criminology, Government, Political Science, Public Administration, or related field.
  • Uncertified applicants: successful entrance into and completion of a State-certified Basic Peace Officer training program. City will pay academy tuition fees; new hires receive full pay and benefits during academy. Lateral transfers must provide proof of OPOTA certification.
  • Minimum age 21 by August 14, 2025; must be under 45 on August 14, 2025 (exceptions for prior sworn officers). Valid Ohio Driver’s License at time of appointment.
  • United States citizen or permanent resident.
  • Background must be free of prior felony convictions.
• Skills and abilities:
  • Conflict and time management; problem analysis and conclusion drawing
  • Organizational and prioritization abilities; data gathering methods
  • Clear, concise reporting and record-keeping
  • Ability to work independently and in a team; excellent public rapport; confidentiality in sensitive matters
  • Effective communication with the public, peers, supervisors, and city officials
• Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to perform essential job functions; vision correctable to 20/20 with no color deficiencies affecting duties
  • Must meet physical fitness standards as prescribed by the Academy

• After examination, top candidates (minimum top 30 by cumulative score) will be notified to schedule a panel interview. More than 30 may proceed depending on vacancies and ties.
• Candidates not advancing will be notified within 30 days.
• Progressing candidates must meet entrance requirements for Ohio Basic Peace Officer Training Academy.
• The City of Dublin does not accept PAT through NTN. PAT testing will be conducted by Dublin Police Department after panel interviews (mandatory on March 22, 2025).

Full-Time

The information above is intended for applicants and does not replace official notices from the City of Dublin or the Dublin Police Department. This description preserves the essential job content and expectations.