Police Officer

City of Springfield, Ohio

OH

Posted Date

9/13/2026

Description

Responsible for the protection of life and property and the enforcement of laws. A variety of duties in patrol, traffic, or crime investigation on an assigned shift which involves an element of personal danger. (40 hours per week including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required).

STEPS OF THE SELECTION PROCESS

Written Examination (70% minimum score to pass)

Supplemental Questionnaire

Physical Fitness

Polygraph Examination

Extensive Background Investigation

Panel Interview

Psychological Assessment

Complete Medical Examination (Administered only with a conditional offer of employment)

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Using courtesy and tact, encourage voluntary obedience to laws or ordinances or with other community needs.

Enforces State laws and City ordinances and all other pertinent public regulations.

Patrols an assigned area during a specified time period.

Makes investigations and reports of criminal or other public safety complaints or situations.

Testifies in court or other types of hearings.

Directs traffic; enforces traffic and parking laws; issues citations or makes arrests as appropriate; investigates and properly reports traffic collisions.

Accompanies or transports arrested persons to jail, court, and so forth

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Graduation from high school or satisfactory equivalent, preferably supplemented by college level course work in policing or other social sciences.

Must possess and maintain a valid Ohio driver's license and meet and maintain insurability under the City's insurance plan.

Must be 20 years of age at the time application is filed. Must be 21 years old on or before the day of successful completion of police academy training, or at time of appointment if the applicant is already a certified Ohio peace officer.

High School Graduate or equivalent.

Eyesight:

20/20 corrected.

Weight:

In proportion to height.

Must possess the overall ability to sufficiently perform all of the essential functions of the position.

Applicants may order a "Police Aptitude and Character Test (PACT) Candidate Orientation Guide" by clicking the following link: /law-enforcement-candidate-orientation-guides/. These guides are a great resource to help you prepare for the exam. They're available as a downloadable .PDF that you can save or print. You may purchase Version A and/or Version B; each guide contains unique practice test items to help you get ready!

Payment Options:

Venmo, PayPal, or credit/debit card. As soon as your payment is completed, you'll receive immediate access to download your guide.

A few helpful reminders:

Make sure youremail address is correctat checkout, so you receive your order confirmation.

Orientation Guides are available forinstant download, and a download link will also be emailed to you for convenience.

Instructions to save .

PDF on mobile device:

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Phone:

Tap the download link, then tap"Share"and choose"Save to Files"to save the PDF to your device.

Android:

Tap the download link and select"Download"(if prompted); the PDF will save automatically to yourDownloadsfolder.

Above average ability to cope with complex or highly emotional situations firmly, courteously, tactfully, and with respect for the rights of others.

Ability to analyze situations quickly, objectively and to correctly determine the proper course of action.

Above average ability to carry out both verbal and written instructions.

Ability to successfully complete all physical training required by assigned police schools or other training.

Ability to learn new duties or skills and otherwise adapt performance and knowledge as required by the Chief or by the City.

Excellent physical condition, with ability of strength and agility to carry out taxing duties over extended periods or under adverse conditions.

Salary

68,146.24 - 85,326.93 Annual

Field

Police

Highest Educational Degree Required

High school diploma