Lateral and Entry Level Police Officer West Carrollton Police Department

• 1.0 West Carrollton City, OH Job Details Full-time $75,550.08
• $92,444.

88 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account 457(b) AD&D insurance Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Dependent health insurance coverage Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Report writing High school diploma or GED Driver's License Peace Officer Certification Typing Entry level Full Job Description Duties and Work Requirements Work normally consists of preventive patrol, criminal investigations, and traffic control, but may also include other related assignments as required. Duties may involve an element of personal danger and employees must be able to act without immediate and direct supervision while exercising independent judgment in response to emergencies. The nature of the work requires that the employee work irregular schedules, including holidays and weekends, and in all climatic conditions. Specific work assignments are made by a Sergeant or other Police Supervisor. Career Opportunities Police Officers who meet specified service and skill requirements are eligible to compete for promotion to a supervisor position, if available. Salary and Benefits The salary range is $34.88

• $42.

68 per hour. OPOTA Certified Lateral Entry candidates are encouraged to apply. Starting pay rate is contingent upon the candidate's experience, skills, knowledge, and abilities. Extensive fringe benefits include medical care insurance, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, attractive retirement plan under the Police and Fireman's Disability and Pension Fund of Ohio, paid holidays, vacation leave, personal leave, and sick leave privileges. Requirements Successful candidates must satisfactorily complete the following minimum requirements prior to the selection process. Age Requirements

• Must be 21 years of age at time of appointment. Physical Condition
• Must be physically capable of performing all police duties. Candidates must eventually pass a thorough medical examination which includes a drug screening. Ohio Operator's License
• Appointee must possess or obtain a valid State of Ohio Operators License for driving a motor vehicle. Lateral Certification
• Lateral Candidates
• Must possess an Ohio Peace Officer Training Council (O.P.O.T.C.) Basic Police Certificate or satisfy all training requirements, as determined by the O.P.O.T.C., at the time of appointment. Education Requirements
• At the time of appointment, candidates must have a high school diploma, GED, or its equivalent. Vision
• Candidates must have at least 20/100 vision correctable to 20/20 at the time of appointment and cannot be color blind.

Selection Process The selection process will consist of completing a comprehensive personal history questionnaire and application (resumes are desirable but not acceptable as a substitute document). Top candidates will be asked to participate in subsequent phases which include: Physical Fitness Test

• must score in the 15th percentile or above in the Cooper Standards (1.

5 Mile Run, Push-ups, Sit-ups); Panel Interview; Background Investigation; Pre and Post Offer Polygraph Examinations; Psychological and Behavioral Assessment; Physical/Medical Exam, with drug screen; Interview with the Chief of Police and the City Manager Inability to successfully complete any phase of this process (or two psychological instruments) may also be cause for elimination from consideration, except that candidates will not be dropped from consideration based on the results of one psychological instrument. Failure to appear for any phase of this process may also result in elimination. Successful candidates must complete a one-year probationary period, which is a continuation of the hiring process. If you are not certified by the State of Ohio at the time of appointment and assigned to attend a police academy, your one-year probationary period will begin after academy completion and receiving your state certification. Polygraph and Psychological / Behavioral Assessment Candidates are not eliminated based on the unfavorable results of any one psychological testing instrument. Admissions and other information may be used or verified in the background investigation or interview process. The psychological assessment consists of a number of written tests, self-assessments, and oral interviews with the psychologist collectively which lasts about four hours. The polygraph security clearance examinations usually last about two and one-half hours and covers the following areas: Employment Information; Medical History; Financial History;

Gambling:

Use of Alcohol; Use of Drugs; Criminal Activity; Deviant/Criminal Sexual Behavior; Personal Data; Basic Honesty; Subversive Activity; Conduct as an Enforcement Officer; Security Agent; and/or Corrections Officer Applications The West Carrollton Police Department strives to navigate the selection process as efficiently and as quickly as possible. The expected duration of the process from time of application to date of hire is approximately three months. Candidates must complete a City of West Carrollton application and personal history questionnaire. Applications and required materials can be downloaded below, electronic applications are located at the bottom of this page or using the "" button or can be picked up in person at the West Carrollton Civic Center, 300 E. Central Ave., Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Electronic applications will also be accepted with attachments in .pdf or Microsoft Word format. Input 'Police Officer' into the subject line and e-mail . Follow this link to job application and required documentation: https://www.westcarrollton.org/job/police-officer-lateral-entry-and-entry-level-2/

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$75,550.08

• $92,444.

88 per year

Benefits:

457(b) Dental insurance Dependent health insurance coverage Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift Day shift Evening shift Holidays Morning shift Overtime Rotating weekends Ability to

Commute:

West Carrollton, Ohio 45449 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

West Carrollton, Ohio 45449: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person