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City of Mayfield Heights

Patrol Officer Exam

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What they do

A Law Enforcement Officer enforces jurisdictional laws, maintains public safety, and protects property and people in the community. Patrols neighborhoods, responds to emergency calls and crime scenes, watches for traffic and driving violations. Authorized to arrest criminals; prepares cases and testifies in court.

$65,453 / year median in Ohio

+3% projected growth

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Patrol Officer Exam at City of Mayfield Heights Patrol Officer Exam at City of Mayfield Heights in Mayfield Heights, Ohio Posted in 1 day ago. Untitled

MAYFIELD HEIGHTS POLICE PATROL

Officer Exam

ANSWER THE CALL. BUILD YOUR FUTURE.

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EXAM REQUIREMENTS

•OPOTA certified at the time of appointment •Valid Ohio driver's license •U.S. Citizen •Ages 21-35 at the time of application •High school diploma GED certificate •Applicants must be physically, mentally, emotionally, and medically capable of performing the duties of the position.

SALARY RANGE

$74,265.51 - $110,926.07 BENEFITS •Fully funded HRA for single or family health insurance •NO copays •Dental & eye insurance •Longevity pay •Vacation/holiday cash-out option at the end of the year •40-hours extra pay if no sick time is used each year •Annual uniform allowance About the MHPD •Zero turnover - Over the past 25 years •Administration, mayor, city council, and community support •Advancement and career opportunities: •40 full-time sworn officers 14 Supervisor positions •Agency units include: U.S. Marshal's Task Force, SWAT Team, K9 Unit, Bomb Squad, Narcotics Units, Community Operations, Bike Patrol, Hostage Negotiators, Crime Suppression Unit, Honor Guard, Detective Bureau, D.A.R.E. Officer, Traffic Bureau, School Resource Officers, Motorcycle Unit, Drone Unit •CALEA-accredited •One of the highest-paying agencies in Cuyahoga County •12-hour shifts •Beards & tattoos permitted (some restrictions apply) •College tuition reimbursement •24/7 jail & dispatch on-site •Lateral transfers with full-time experience may have an accelerated FTO program •May receive half credit seniority points for prior service on promotional exams •Vacation time accruals from prior service will transfer The City of Mayfield Heights is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer recblid j3uiz90y1sfny2w23vluc7n9740y2o

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Sick Leave
  • Financial Aid/Assistance
  • Health Insurance