Lateral Police Officer

TROTWOOD; Trotwood (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated police department in a family-friendly environment where your contributions matter. As a Lateral Police Officer, you will serve the community, ensuring safety and upholding the law. With a commitment to community policing and a supportive workplace, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact. If you have the required experience and a passion for public service, this is the perfect chance to advance your career in law enforcement while enjoying competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Active State of Ohio Police Officer Certification required.
• Minimum of 2 years full-time service as a Police Officer.

Responsibilities

• Serve and protect the community while maintaining public safety.
• Conduct investigations and enforce laws.

Skills

Firearms Qualifications

Driving Skills

Physical Ability

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Job description

Join the Trotwood Police Department and make a difference!

If you enjoy serving the public and making a difference in the lives of others, then this job is for you! The City of Trotwood is a family-friendly workplace where all employees are valued and appreciated. The Trotwood Police Department is CALEA accredited and committed to the principles of community-policing.

The City of Trotwood is now accepting employment applications for Lateral Police Officer positions from experienced police officers who meet the following minimum qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• Active State of Ohio Police Officer Certification
• At least 2 years of full-time service as a Police Officer
• At least 3 years part-time service as a Police Officer or
• At least 4 years auxiliary or reserve service as a Police Officer
• Or any combination of the above
• US citizen & at least 21 years of age
• HS graduate or GED
• Ability to maintain firearms qualifications
• Valid Ohio driver’s license; good driving record
• Must meet insurability guidelines
• Eyesight correctable to 20/30
• Possess the physical ability to perform the tasks associated with the position
• Acceptable background investigation
• Successful completion of all phases of the selection process

Salary Range

$31.92 – $41.57/hour (may negotiate depending on qualifications and experience)

Application Process

Applicants interested in applying may visit our website at: www.trotwood.org. Applications must be submitted online or mailed to: City of Trotwood – Human Resources Department, 3035 Olive Road, Trotwood, OH 45426.

Application Deadline: Monday, June 16^th, 2025 at 4:00 p.m.

The City of Trotwood is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.