Patrol Officer

Patrol Officer City of Kettering Kettering, OH Posted Date 5/07/2026 Description The City of Kettering is accepting submissions for Full-Time Entry Patrol Officer Salary & Benefits 2026

Minimum Annual:

$81,598 2026 Maximum with

Bachelor Degree:

$110,198 Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision Plans Accrued Vacation, Sick and Compensatory Time (Refillable 240 Hours Comp Max) 11 Paid Holidays & 40 Hours Paid Personal Leave per year 10-Hour Patrol Shifts Paid Academy Training Paid Ohio equivalency training (if necessary) and Tuition Reimbursement Paid Overtime per Court Appearance (4 Hours Paid Minimum) Ohio Police and Fire Pension Plan Ohio Deferred Compensation Plans Employee Wellness Program w/ Access to City of Kettering Recreation Facilities All Equipment and Uniforms Provided Upon Hire Annual Paid Uniform Allowance and Shift Differential Relaxed Beard and Tattoo Policy Professional Development Special Response Team (SWAT) Criminal Investigations (Detective) Unit Vice, Narcotics & Organized Crime Unit K-9 Unit Bike Patrol and Motorcycle Unit Accident Investigation/Reconstruction Team (AIT) Hostage/Crisis Negotiation Team (HNT) Evidence Technician Unit Field Training Officer Unit School Resource/Community Relations Unit (SRO) Personnel and Training Officer Public Information Officer Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Drone Program Selection Process The Patrol Officer hiring process consists of the following: Submit Online Application Civil Service Oral Exam Oral Board Interview Polygraph and Background Investigation Executive Staff (Chief's) Interview Conditional Offer of Employment Post-Conditional Polygraph, Psychological Evaluation, Physical/Drug/Alcohol Screen (to include Marijuana) Final Offer of Employment Minimum Qualifications At time of appointment candidates must have: A high school diploma or its equivalent; possess a current Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission (O.P.O.T.C.) peace officer certificate or equivalent peace officer certification in candidate's current state of residency; or Obtained credit hours equivalent to an Associate Degree (60 semester hours/90 quarter hours) from an accredited college or university; or Two years of active military service or equivalent years of service in the Reserves or National Guard (active duty or reserves) with a satisfactory service record or honorable discharge.

Physical Condition:

Must be physically capable of performing essential police duties and pass a thorough medical examination, where applicable, candidate must meet Academy minimum physical fitness entrance standards as required by Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission (O.P.O.T.C.); and a drug/alcohol screen. Ohio Operator's License - Appointee must possess, obtain and maintain a valid State of Ohio Operator's License. U.S. Citizen - Must be 21 years of age and eligible to work in the United States at the time of appointment. •Certain criminal convictions, poor choices, or other behaviors may disqualify you from consideration for employment as a Patrol Officer. •Tattoos on the ears, head, face and hands, including fingers, or anything that undermines the City or Departmental values, may also disqualify you from consideration. For more information, including how to apply, please visit /jobs. Application deadline is 5 p.m. EST on June 8, 2026. Out of state applicants encouraged to apply. Information or Questions Please contact Human Resources at or 937-296-2446 or the KPD Personnel & Training Unit at or 937-296-2578. For more information, including how to apply, please visit /jobs. Application deadline is 5 p.m. EST on June 8, 2026. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis. Out-of-state applicants are encouraged to apply. The City of Kettering is an Equal Opportunity Employer Salary 81,598.00 - 110,198.00 Annual Field Police Highest Educational Degree Required High school diploma or equivalent Job Type Entry Level | Lateral Transfer