Police Officer-FAIRFIELD, at National Testing Network West Chester, Butler County, OH

Address: 5350 Pleasant Avenue, Fairfield, Ohio 45014. Phone: .

Police Officer – Signing Bonus.

Eligible candidates who have completed the police academy and meet Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) certification requirements are eligible for a $5,000 signing bonus. The bonus is paid after successfully completing the probationary period and requires a two‑year employment commitment following probation.

Starting pay depends on experience and qualifications:
New OPOTA‑Certified Police Officer: $70,200 annually. With one year of experience: $76,876 annually. With two years of experience: $83,304 annually. With three years of experience: $90,334 annually.

The Fairfield Police Department comprises 66 sworn officers, responding to over 30,000 service calls annually. Specialized units include investigations, school officers, K9 teams, bike patrol, SWAT, and a regional drug task force. A civilian workforce provides support services. The department operates out of a modern facility and enjoys strong community support.

• Location:
  
  Fairfield, Ohio, in Butler County, approximately 20 miles north of Cincinnati.
• Population: about 44,000 residents.
• Accessibility:
  Situated along the northern loop of I‑275 with convenient access to recreational, cultural, and business areas.

• Age – minimum 21 years by the exam date; maximum 35 years at the time of original appointment unless prior service in the Ohio Police & Fire Pension Fund or equivalent transferable law enforcement service exists.
• Citizenship – U.S. citizenship required.
• Education – high school diploma or GED. Associate degree in Criminal Justice or OPOTA certification preferred.
• Driver’s License – valid Ohio driver’s license required.
• Vision – corrected to 20/20.
• Language – proficiency in English required.
• Academy Certification – preferred but not required. If hired without certification, the City will cover academy costs, and the officer will be paid $3 less per hour during training.

• Written Exam.
• Physical Agility Test.
• Oral Exam.
• Background Investigation.
• Voice Stress Analysis.
• Interview with Police Chief and Staff.
• Interview with City Manager.
• Psychological Examination.
• Physical Exam and Drug Screening.

Candidates are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis. Ohio Revised Code 737.052 precludes appointment for individuals with felony convictions.

Full‑time.

$70,200.00 – $90,334.00 per year.

Fairfield Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.