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Patrol Officer
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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
Job Description
The City of Uhrichsville Police Department is accepting applications to fill three current openings for the position of Patrol Officer. To apply, you must be: A United States citizen High school graduate or equivalent 21 years of age before appointment OPOTA Certified or in the process of obtaining your OPOTA certification Starting pay is $25.47 and then $26.66 after the first year of service.
•You may take the Civil Service Entry Exam at age 20 but must be 21 years of age to be hired. This will be considered when screening the applications as the Police Department wishes to hire an officer as soon as possible. An honorably discharged veteran must provide a copy of their discharge papers to receive a military test credit. Individuals between the ages of 21 and 35 are to be considered eligible to take the Police Civil Service Entry Exam. An Individual having had previous police experience may increase the maximum age of employment by one (1) year for every full year of prior police service. The Civil Service Entry Exam will be given to those eligible for hiring by the city if meeting the normal qualification requirements for police officers. Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70 on the written exam. Upon consideration for employment, candidates are required to submit to a background check, physical, polygraph, and psychological testing in addition to an interview. Applications can be picked up at the Uhrichsville Mayor's Office at 305 East Second Street, Uhrichsville, OH 44683, between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. or at the Uhrichsville Police Department. Applications and/or resumes must be returned in-person to the Mayor's Office or the Uhrichsville Police Department. We will be accepting applications until the position is filled. The test date and time are to be announced. If you have any questions, please call (740) 922-1242 Ext. 1.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
From $26.66 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Vision insurance People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): Do you possess an OPOTA certificate or are you currently in the police academy?
Work Location:
In person
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance