Police Officer

The City of Huber Heights; Huber Heights (OH); On-site; USD 64,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for the role of full-time Police Officer in a rapidly growing community. This position involves essential duties related to crime prevention, law enforcement, and public safety. The ideal candidate will have the necessary certifications and a strong commitment to serving the community. With competitive salary ranges and attractive benefits, including health insurance and performance incentives, this role offers a fulfilling career path in law enforcement. Join a progressive police division that values integrity and community engagement.

Benefits

Annual Holiday Bonus

28 Hours Personal Leave

Sick Leave Accrual

Vacation Accrual

Performance Incentive Pay

Educational Incentive Pay

Employer Paid Life Insurance

Excellent Health Insurance Benefits

Qualifications

• Must possess an Ohio Peace Officer Training Certificate.
• Must be 21 years of age and a U.S. Citizen.

Responsibilities

• Perform general duty police work for crime prevention.
• Responsible for enforcement of laws and ordinances.

Skills

Ohio Peace Officer Certification

Law Enforcement Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Opportunities

The City of Huber Heights is an equal opportunity employer which recruits, appoints, assigns, and disciplines all employees or potential employees on the basis of merit without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnic heritage, disability, or any factor precluded by applicable laws. The City of Huber Heights complies with federal regulations of Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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Entry Level and Lateral Entry Hiring for full-time Police Officer

DEADLINE EXTENSION

The City of Huber Heights, Ohio, located just minutes from Wright-Patterson Air Force Base and in proximity of the Dayton International Airport and the I-75/I-70 “Crossroads of America” interchange with a population of 43,439, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of full-time Police Officer.

The City of Huber Heights is one of the fastest growing communities in southwest Ohio. The Police Division is a progressive Division that is comprised of 57 career Police Officers and is recruiting candidates for the position of full-time Police Officer. This position performs general duty police work for the prevention of crimes, protection of life and property, and is responsible for general enforcement of laws and ordinances.

This selection process will utilize a Lateral Entry and Entry Level hiring process. The City will be conducting oral interviews to establish an eligibility list to fill immediate openings for the position of full-time Police Officer. The process will begin with screening of applicants for requisites and credentials. Applicants to be considered to continue in the process will undergo an oral interview(s); dates for oral interview(s) are yet to be determined.

To apply, the applicant must be a commissioned Ohio Peace Officer or must be currently enrolled in a police academy and must obtain an Ohio Peace Officer Training Certificate by time of appointment. Applicant must also be 21 years of age, U.S. Citizen, have a High School Diploma or GED, and possess a valid Ohio Driver License. Prior to appointment, applicant must submit to an extensive background investigation, truth verification test, drug screening, physical, and psychological examination.

The current salary range for this position is $64,376.00 to $90,417.60. Benefits include, but not limited to, annual holiday bonus, 28 hours personal leave, sick leave accrual, and vacation accrual (up to a max of approximately 32 days based on previous full-time public service credit in Ohio), performance incentive pay of 1.25% after probation, educational incentive pay, employer paid life insurance, and excellent health insurance benefits to include employer paid medical insurance premium and contributions to HSA or HRA.

Qualified applicants shall submit a City of Huber Heights Employment Application and OPOTA certification to the Human Resources Department, 6131 Taylorsville Road, Huber Heights, OH 45424 or online at www.hhoh.org deadline extension date, May 19, 2025, 5:00 p.m. More information can be found at www.hhoh.org . The City of Huber Heights is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

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