Patrol Officer

Patrol Officer City of Tallmadge

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0 Tallmadge, OH Job Details Full-time From $37.08 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Uniform allowance Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications English High school diploma or GED Driver's License Peace Officer Certification State-specific police officer certification Full Job Description The Tallmadge Civil Service Commission is currently accepting applications for the position of Patrol Officer

• Entry-Level & Lateral-Entry for the City of Tallmadge Police Department.

All interested applicants must submit a City of Tallmadge Application and applicable documents to the Civil Service Office 46 North Avenue no later than 12:00 noon July 15, 2026 . Questions should be directed to Capt. Jeremy McGee at . An application for the position can be found on the City's website here: https://www.tallmadgeoh.gov/Jobs.aspx?

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LEVEL RANKING

Individuals interested in the entry-level application process must complete and submit an application as stated above. Attach copies of all earned college degrees, proof of completion of the police academy, and honorable military discharge papers (DD214), if applicable. All applicants must pass a physical agility test (date, time & location to be set). The physical agility test will consist of three events: 1.5-mile run, sit-ups in a minute & push-ups in a minute. A minimum combined score of five (5) must be obtained. Scoring in the "automatic failure" range of any event will cause the candidate to be ineligible for hire. Scoring ranges for each physical agility event can be found here.

ENTRY-LEVEL RANKING

Rankings will be determined by the total score based on an applicant's educational level, possession of a police academy certificate of completion, a military honorable discharge, and the results from the physical agility test. Only applicants who pass the physical agility test will be considered. Points will be awarded in the following categories per the applicable ordinance and any exhibits and/or amendments: Education OPOTA or another state's Police Academy Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or higher Physical Agility Test Physical Agility Test As many sit-ups in one minute As many push-ups in one minute Military Experience Honorable Discharge Only applicants who pass the physical agility test will be considered.

LATERAL ENTRY RANKING

Individuals interested in the lateral-entry application process must complete and submit an application as stated above. Attach copies of all earned college degrees and/or proof of completion of the police academy, and honorable military discharge papers (DD214), if applicable. Individuals must hold a valid Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission (OPOTC) Certification, or other out-of-state equivalent. To be eligible as a lateral-entry candidate, an applicant must be currently working as a sworn officer in any state or have worked as a sworn officer in any state within the last 12 months. All applicants must pass a physical agility test (date, time & location to be set). The physical agility test will consist of three events: 1.5-mile run, sit-ups in a minute & push-ups in a minute. A minimum combined score of five (5) must be obtained in each event. Scoring in the "automatic failure" range of any event will cause the candidate to be ineligible for hire. Scoring ranges for each event can be found here.

LATERAL-ENTRY RANKING

Rankings will be determined by the total score based on an applicant's completed years served as a sworn law enforcement officer, educational level, a military honorable discharge, and the results from the physical agility test. Only applicants who pass the physical agility test will be considered. Points will be awarded in the following categories per the applicable ordinance and any exhibits and/or amendments: Education OPOTA or another state's Police Academy Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or higher Physical Agility Test 1.5 Mile Run As many sit-ups in one minute As many push-ups in one minute Military Experience Honorable discharge Only applicants who pass the physical agility test will be considered.

PATROL OFFICER JOB DUTIES

Under general direction, the Patrol Officer is responsible for patrolling the streets, conducting investigations & responding to citizen complaints. Tallmadge patrol officers are responsible for various tasks, including but not limited to the following: Patrol the City on foot and in car Respond to dispatched calls Investigate criminal activity Assist injured individuals Conduct interviews Preserve, photograph, document & process crime scenes Enforce local & state criminal laws Subdue & disarm suspects Arrest suspects Process arrested individuals Incarcerate or transport suspects to jail Attend all court hearings & related meetings Represent the department at public meetings Inform citizens of department services Work cooperatively with community groups Respond to citizen concerns & resolve conflicts Attend meetings & serve on temporary committees as requested Maintain & increase knowledge & skills through attendance at meetings, conferences, trainingcourses & in-service training sessions Performs additional duties & assignments as requested

ENTRY-LEVEL QUALIFICATIONS

• US Citizenship
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain an Ohio Driver's license at the time of appointment
• Must be able to read and write the English language
• Must possess a high school diploma or GED
• Applicant must be at least 21 years old, and not older than 35 years old at the time of appointment
• Meet other qualifications as listed in the posting, including, but not limited to successfully completing an in-depth background investigation, interview, polygraph, psychological, physical agility & medical examinations.

LATERAL-ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS

• OPOTA (Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy) certification, or other equivalent out-of-state Peace Officer Training, required
• Is currently or, within the last year, has been a sworn law enforcement officer
• US Citizenship
• Valid driver's license and ability to obtain an Ohio Driver's license at the time of appointment
• Must be able to read and write the English language
• Must possess a high school diploma or GED
• Applicant must be at least 21 years old, and not older than 35 years old at the time of appointment
• Meet other qualifications as listed in the posting, including, but not limited to successfully completing an in-depth background investigation, interview, polygraph, psychological, physical agility & medical examinations.

Pay:

From $37.08 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Uniform allowance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person