Community Safety Patrol Officer

Strongsville Police Department; Strongsville (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Strongsville Police Department in Ohio seeks a dedicated Police Officer to patrol the community, respond to calls, and enforce laws. You should have firearms training, defensive tactics, and strong communication while delivering police services with integrity.

The role requires detailed report writing, credible court testimony, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must maintain readiness for critical incidents and crime prevention.

Qualifications

• OPOTA-certified Ohio Peace Officer is required.
• Bachelor’s degree or four years of active duty service must be met.
• Must pass physical agility, background, polygraph and medical screenings.

Responsibilities

• Patrol the community to deter and detect crime.
• Respond to calls for service and emergencies.
• Write detailed reports and preserve evidence.
• Testify in court and participate in investigations.
• Enforce traffic and criminal laws; issue citations.
• Maintain readiness for critical incidents and community engagement.

Skills

Patrol procedures

Report writing

Court testimony

Firearms training

Defensive tactics

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

OPOTA certification

Tools

Radar/LIDAR

Job description

Strongsville Police Department in Ohio seeks a dedicated Police Officer to patrol the community, respond to calls, and enforce laws. You should have firearms training, defensive tactics, and strong communication while delivering police services with integrity.

The role requires detailed report writing, credible court testimony, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must maintain readiness for critical incidents and crime prevention.