Patrol Officer

Job OpportunitiesCity of Tallmadge, Department of Human Resources, is hiring for Patrol Officer positions. The position is classified as Lateral Entry or Entry Level.All interested applicants must submit a City of Tallmadge Application and applicable documents to the Civil Service Office at 46 North Avenue no later than 12:00 noon July 15 2026. Questions should be directed to Capt. Jeremy McGee at jmcgee@tallmadgeoh.gov.LocationsCivil Service Office, 46 North AvenueTallmadge Administration Office, 46 North AvenueTallmadge Police Department, 53 Northeast AvenueTallmadge Recreation Center, 46 North Munroe RoadPatrol Officer Job DutiesPatrol the City on foot and by carRespond to dispatched callsInvestigate criminal activityAssist injured individualsConduct interviewsPreserve, photograph, document and process crime scenesEnforce local and state criminal lawsProcess arrested individuals, incarcerate or transport suspects to jailAttend all court hearings and related meetingsRepresent the department at public meetingsInform citizens of department servicesCooperate with community groupsResolve citizen concerns and conflictsAttend meetings and serve on temporary committees as requestedMaintain and increase knowledge and skills through attendance at meetings, conferences, training courses and in‑service training sessionsPerform additional duties and assignments as requestedEntry‑Level Ranking RequirementsApplicants must complete and submit an application, attach copies of earned college degrees, proof of police academy completion, and honorable military discharge papers (DD214) if applicable.All applicants must pass a physical agility test consisting of a 1.5‑mile run, sit‑ups in a minute, and push‑ups in a minute. A minimum combined score of five (5) must be obtained; automatic failure in any event renders the candidate ineligible.Ranking CriteriaEducationOPOTA or another state's Police AcademyAssociate's DegreeBachelor's DegreeMaster's Degree or higherPhysical Agility TestPhysical Agility TestAs many sit‑ups in one minuteAs many push‑ups in one minuteMilitary ExperienceHonorable dischargeLateral Entry Ranking RequirementsApplicants must hold a valid Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission (OPOTC) certification, or an out‑of‑state equivalent, and 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 the physical agility test described above.QualificationsEducation and experience as outlined in Ranking CriteriaCurrent valid driver's licenseNormal or corrected vision and hearingOngoing physical fitness meeting city standardsBackground check and chemical test clearanceMust be a U.S. citizen or legal resident eligible for employmentSalary and BenefitsStep 1 to Step 6, ranging from $37.08 to $45.06, based on experience and classification.Posted June 11 2026, 10:00 AM – Closing July 15 2026, 2:00 PM.Equal Employment OpportunityThe City of Tallmadge is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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