Extended Police Officer Pool Posting

Ohio; Athens (OH); On-site; USD 38,572 - 56,481; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Vision

Dental & Life

Winter break closure

Paid holidays

Educational benefits

Sick leave & vacation

Job summary

Ohio University is creating an eligibility list for police officer positions to fill approved vacancies during the coming year. New hires may receive a $5,000 sign-on bonus and will undergo online testing plus required certification and fitness tests.

OPOTA-certified applicants will be invited to interview after the written test; non‑OPOTA applicants will be scheduled for fitness testing on the Athens campus. Contact Captain Mike Meek for details.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current Ohio Police Officer Training Academy Certificate or obtain certification as directed.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Minimum age 21 and successfully complete written and physical fitness examinations.
• Finalists subject to psychological test, polygraph, and comprehensive background investigation.
• Basic skills in reading, writing, and math.
• Meet Occupational Health Medical standards for the position.

Responsibilities

• Patrol grounds and buildings to protect lives and property, prevent crimes, enforce laws, investigate crimes, carry firearms or make arrests, testify in court, and make police presentations to groups and organizations.
• Prior law enforcement experience, advanced training, or other relevant qualifications are preferred.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Extended Police Officer Pool Posting

Ohio University is accepting applications to create an eligibility list for police officer positions that will be used to fill approved vacancies throughout the next year. New hires are eligible for a sign‑on bonus of $5,000.00.

Application Requirements

All applicants must: apply to this posting, pass the written test (average score 70 or higher) administered online by the National Testing Network, and complete any required certification and fitness testing as described.

• OPOTA‑certified applicants will be invited to interview after passing the written test.
• Non‑OPOTA applicants will be scheduled for fitness testing on the Athens campus.
• Applicants who possess an OPOTA certificate may submit it by scan, fax, email, or US mail (see instructions).
• Applicants who applied to previous Police Officer Pool postings must re‑apply and retest; written test scores are valid for one year.

Responsibilities

Under general supervision, patrol grounds and buildings to protect lives and property, prevent crimes, enforce laws, investigate crimes, carry firearms or make arrests, testify in court, and make police presentations to groups and organizations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must possess a current Ohio Police Officer Training Academy Certificate or obtain certification as directed.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Minimum age 21 and successfully complete written and physical fitness examinations.
• Finalists subject to psychological test, polygraph, and comprehensive background investigation.
• Basic skills in reading, writing, and math.
• Meet Occupational Health Medical standards for the position.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior law enforcement experience, advanced training, or other relevant qualifications are preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life.
• Winter break closure.
• Paid holidays.
• Educational benefits for employee and eligible dependents.
• Sick leave, vacation, and retirement.

Pay

Current pay for uncertified recruits while attending basic academy training is $23.76. Starting pay for certified officers ranges from $27.95 to $40.92, depending on education and experience.

EEO Statement

Ohio University is proud of its history and affirms its commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.

Contact

Captain Mike Meek – [e-mail]

Ohio University Human Resources – 103 Grosvenor West, Athens, OH 45701. T: 740-593-1636 | F: 740-593-0386