City of Reynoldsburg
Overview
Under supervision, a Police Officer patrols a designated area of the city, enforcing State and City laws and maintaining order. A Police Officer answers calls when a crime is suspected or an emergency exists and takes such actions as are necessary to prevent crime, to apprehend criminals, to maintain safety, and to assist citizens in a wide range of emergency and non-emergency situations. IF YOU HAVE NOT TAKEN THE NTN LAW ENFORCEMENT EXAM, PLEASE DO NOT APPLY.
Your application will not be reviewed unless you have submitted scores or are a Lateral Officer Candidate. Lateral Candidates:
We do accept Lateral Candidates. If you meet the requirements, your application will be forwarded to the Chief of Police for further review. All candidates must possess the following requirements: Requirements / Qualifications
Lateral Candidates must be a full-time police officer with arrest powers, certified in the State of Ohio with no break in service for the last one year. You may apply if you were recently laid off or placed in a part-time or reserve position after having worked in a full-time position for two consecutive years, providing you still hold an OPOTA certificate. You must also pass a physical agility test, a background investigation, an interview, a medical examination and a psychological examination. Duties and Responsibilities
Drives police vehicles, patrols designated areas Reports unsafe conditions such as street obstructions Issues citations for violations of traffic laws Makes arrests, sometimes requiring the use of physical effort Has contact with potentially violent or emotionally distraught persons Transports prisoners and provides escorts; directs traffic Conducts investigations of accidents and crimes Preserves crime scenes; gathers, prepares and preserves evidence; lifts latent fingerprints Checks doors and windows of homes and businesses for security Responds to radio calls Takes reports/statements from complainants; places property in the property room, completes proper paperwork Assists injured persons Answers inquiries Assists stranded motorists Looks for and investigates conditions or situations which may indicate a crime is about to be or has been committed Maintains records and prepares reports of incidents and activities; secures warrants Serves warrants and subpoenas Where juveniles are involved, interviews parents, teachers, and others Appears in courts, works with agencies and school officials Takes photographs of accident scenes, prisoners, crime scenes Assists court, reviews situations, testifies Watches for and locates missing persons, stolen vehicles and goods; operates speed measuring equipment, breath testing equipment, window tint meters, video equipment Attends meetings, training sessions; gives talks and tours Performs other duties requiring similar skills Maintains required licenses and/or certificates Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance Performs other related duties as assigned Working Conditions
INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING CONDITIONS: (For purposes of O.R.C. 4167) Must be twenty-one (21) years of age at time of appointment. Excellent personal background. A valid driver’s license with a good driving record. Must be able to pass physical and physiological examination. Additional Information
Candidates who have passed their written exam are eligible to earn an additional credit percentage to their final scores. Extra credit may be obtained for areas listed below. You may only receive credit for one selection listed. You may not combine credit for more than one item. Candidates are awarded credit for the highest eligible selection. Military Credit - LES 2% or DD214 5%, OPOTA Certification 4% or bachelor's degree 3%
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Under supervision, a Police Officer patrols a designated area of the city, enforcing State and City laws and maintaining order. A Police Officer answers calls when a crime is suspected or an emergency exists and takes such actions as are necessary to prevent crime, to apprehend criminals, to maintain safety, and to assist citizens in a wide range of emergency and non-emergency situations. IF YOU HAVE NOT TAKEN THE NTN LAW ENFORCEMENT EXAM, PLEASE DO NOT APPLY.
Your application will not be reviewed unless you have submitted scores or are a Lateral Officer Candidate. Lateral Candidates:
We do accept Lateral Candidates. If you meet the requirements, your application will be forwarded to the Chief of Police for further review. All candidates must possess the following requirements: Requirements / Qualifications
Lateral Candidates must be a full-time police officer with arrest powers, certified in the State of Ohio with no break in service for the last one year. You may apply if you were recently laid off or placed in a part-time or reserve position after having worked in a full-time position for two consecutive years, providing you still hold an OPOTA certificate. You must also pass a physical agility test, a background investigation, an interview, a medical examination and a psychological examination. Duties and Responsibilities
Drives police vehicles, patrols designated areas Reports unsafe conditions such as street obstructions Issues citations for violations of traffic laws Makes arrests, sometimes requiring the use of physical effort Has contact with potentially violent or emotionally distraught persons Transports prisoners and provides escorts; directs traffic Conducts investigations of accidents and crimes Preserves crime scenes; gathers, prepares and preserves evidence; lifts latent fingerprints Checks doors and windows of homes and businesses for security Responds to radio calls Takes reports/statements from complainants; places property in the property room, completes proper paperwork Assists injured persons Answers inquiries Assists stranded motorists Looks for and investigates conditions or situations which may indicate a crime is about to be or has been committed Maintains records and prepares reports of incidents and activities; secures warrants Serves warrants and subpoenas Where juveniles are involved, interviews parents, teachers, and others Appears in courts, works with agencies and school officials Takes photographs of accident scenes, prisoners, crime scenes Assists court, reviews situations, testifies Watches for and locates missing persons, stolen vehicles and goods; operates speed measuring equipment, breath testing equipment, window tint meters, video equipment Attends meetings, training sessions; gives talks and tours Performs other duties requiring similar skills Maintains required licenses and/or certificates Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance Performs other related duties as assigned Working Conditions
INHERENTLY HAZARDOUS OR PHYSICALLY DEMANDING WORKING CONDITIONS: (For purposes of O.R.C. 4167) Must be twenty-one (21) years of age at time of appointment. Excellent personal background. A valid driver’s license with a good driving record. Must be able to pass physical and physiological examination. Additional Information
Candidates who have passed their written exam are eligible to earn an additional credit percentage to their final scores. Extra credit may be obtained for areas listed below. You may only receive credit for one selection listed. You may not combine credit for more than one item. Candidates are awarded credit for the highest eligible selection. Military Credit - LES 2% or DD214 5%, OPOTA Certification 4% or bachelor's degree 3%
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