Police

Under the general supervision of a Police Sergeant the Police Recruit c candidate must be enrolled in a peace officer basic training program that meets the requirements of Ohio Revised Code Section 109.77 for Peace Officer Certification. Performs other work as requested.

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent certificate of competency.
• Valid Ohio Driver’s License; must be 21 years of age at time of appointment.
• No felony convictions.
• In the process of obtaining a State of Ohio Certification as a Police Officer.
• Enrollment in a peace officer basic training program meeting Ohio Rev. Code § 109.77.
• Application, background check, departmental interview, and pre‑employment polygraph.
• Ability to complete a physical fitness test and meet OPOTA’s physical fitness standards.
• Ability to maintain passing grades in the course curriculum including:
  Administration, Legal, Human Relations, Firearms, Driving, Subject Control Techniques, First Aid/CPR/AED, Patrol, Civil Disorders, Traffic, Investigation, Physical Conditioning, Homeland Security, Use of Taser/ASP/O.C., Single Officer Response to an Active Shooter, and other courses as required.
• Ability to maintain attendance per academy regulations.
• Ability to successfully complete basic academy and pass state certification examination.