Police Officer - Application and Resume October 2026

City of Dublin, Ohio; Dublin (OH); On-site; USD 77,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Paid training and development

Recreation center membership

Pension plan

Job summary

The City of Dublin, Ohio Police Department seeks dedicated individuals for full-time Police Officer roles across Patrol, Detective Bureau, and Community units. The department emphasizes community policing and professional development, with sponsorship for non-certified hires to attend a Basic Peace Officer training academy.

Lateral transfers require OPOTA certification; selection includes rigorous background checks and multiple interview stages.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; Bachelor's preferred in a relevant field.
• Must meet age, license and residency requirements as stated.
• Uncertified applicants may be sponsored for academy training.
• Lateral transfers require OPOTA certification.

Responsibilities

• Patrol designated areas and respond to emergencies.
• Investigate incidents, collect evidence, and file reports.
• Engage with the community to address safety concerns.
• Maintain records and attend neighborhood meetings.

Skills

Conflict management

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice or related field

Job description

This posting is open to both lateral transfers and individuals who are new to law enforcement and interested in starting a career as a police officer. If hired, the City of Dublin will sponsor non-certified new hires to attend a Basic Peace Officer Training Academy of the City's choosing. Lateral transfers will need to provide proof of OPOTA certification.

The Dublin Police Department subscribes to the "Community-Oriented Policing" philosophy and, therefore, the primary emphasis of the position involves community service. Officers are required to take a problem-solving approach to the situations they encounter on a day to day basis and to interact with the residents on a regular basis within their assigned districts to address relevant concerns facing the community.

The City of Dublin Police Department is comprised of full-time officer positions in the following areas, Patrol, Detective Bureau, Community Impact Unit and Community Education Unit (school resource officers). Further, the department is proud to be able to provide ancillary support to the City through the following areas, Background Investigations, Bicycle Officers, Chaplain Liaison Officer, Community Liaison Officer, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Drone Pilot, Field Training Officer, Range Officer, Recruitment Team Member, Traffic Accident Investigators and our Surveillance Team. These full-time and ancillary assignments as well as the emphasis the City puts on professional development allows Dublin officers to have a meaningful and diverse law enforcement career. We are looking for officers who want to learn, grow and support the needs of our vibrant and changing community.

Given the nature of this classification's duties/responsibilities, it has been designated as Non-Exempt under the governing Fair Labor Standards Act regulations and, therefore, is entitled to formal overtime compensation and/or formal compensatory time.

Recruitment Timeline and Mandatory Steps

• Dublin Career Site Application: October 29 - November 29
• Panel Interviews: December 7 - 16
• Physical Fitness Assessment (Mandatory for all applicants): Saturday, December 19
• Background investigation: December 21 - February 19
• Final/Chief Interviews: February 23-25
• Conditional Offer: March 1
• Confirmation Offer: March 29
• Projected start date: April 2027

Additional information about the recruitment process can be found: https://dublinohiousa.gov/alpha/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Police-Officer-Selection-Process-Resume-and-Application-Process-202376-1-1.pdf (Download PDF reader)

For more information about the Dublin Police Department - bit.ly/JoinDublinPolice

Working at the City of Dublin is more than just a job –

In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program for our full-time employees that includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Premium-free medical, dental, vision and pharmacy benefits
• Ohio Police and Fire Pension Plan
• Special Duty rate is 65% above step four or $90.00/hour
• Employer provided Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and Peer Support Program
• Excellent Promotional Opportunities
• Tattoos and Facial Hair Permissible
• On-Site Fitness Equipment and Range
• Vacation (80 to 246 hours per year, based on years of service), Sick, Personal Leave and 11 paid holidays
• Ability to earn up to 160 hours of Compensatory time
• Opportunities for a variety of ancillary duties and committee involvement
• Paid Training and Professional Development Opportunities
• Employer-provided contributions to Health Savings or Health Reimbursement Account - Up to $1875/year for employee only and up to $3750/year for family coverage.
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dublin Community Recreation Center Membership

Police Department Wage Structure

• Training Step: $77,168.77
• Step One: $83,544.23
• Step Two: $95,717.42
• Step Three: $107,897.15
• Step Four: $123,948.37

Questions regarding the Police Officer application, please call us at 614.410.4459 or email us at [e-mail]

Under the direct supervision of a Lieutenant, a Police Officer patrols a designated area ensuring compliance with all applicable State Laws and City Ordinances; answers calls when a crime is suspected or an emergency exists; takes such actions as are necessary to prevent crime, to apprehend suspects, to maintain safety, to assist citizens in a wide range of emergency and non-emergency situations; and performs other related duties, tasks, and assignments as required and directed by a Sergeant, Lieutenant, Deputy Chief, or the Chief of Police.

Responsibilities

• Drives a police vehicle, patrolling designated area;
• Directs and regulates traffic, assists stranded motorists, assists injured persons, notifies families of injury;
• Investigates accidents, determining conditions, causes and other pertinent facts regarding accident;
• Conducts investigations of crimes, preserves crime scene, gathers and preserves evidence;
• Looks for and investigates conditions or situations which may indicate a crime is about to be, or has been committed;
• Takes statements from witnesses and suspects;
• Secures warrants; makes arrests, transports prisoners;
• Issues citations for violations of traffic laws; testifies in court;
• Maintains records and prepares reports of incidents and activities;
• Attends neighborhood meetings to address and evaluate the concerns of the citizens;
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent certificate, with a strong preference for a Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice, Police Science, Criminology, Government, Political Science, Public Administration or other relevant field.
• Uncertified applicants: Successful entrance into and completion of a State certified Basic Peace Officer training program. The City of Dublin will sponsor academy tuition fees. New hires will also receive full pay and benefits while at the academy.
• Lateral transfers will need to provide proof of OPOTA certification.
• Minimum of 21 years of age at time of appointment (must be 21 years of age by April 2027).
• Must not be older than 45 years of age at time of application if an applicant is seeking an original appointment as a police officer with the City of Dublin; exceptions to this rule apply if the applicant has received an original appointment as a sworn peace officer with any other appointing authority. Must be under the age of 45 by April 2027.
• Possession of a valid Ohio Driver's License at time of appointment.
• Must be a United States Citizen or United States Permanent Resident.
• Background must be free of prior felony convictions.
• Conflict and time management skills.
• Ability to recognize, analyze, and define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to organize and prioritize daily tasks and activities.
• Ability to use proper research and investigative methods, techniques, and practices in gathering data.
• Ability to prepare clear, concise, complete, and accurate reports, and complete and maintain accurate records.
• Self-motivated to work independently as well as the ability to work in a team to accomplish goals.
• Ability to establish and maintain a good rapport with the public.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in the handling of sensitive events, issues and inquiries from the public.
• Ability to communicate and build working relationships with the public, peers, superiors, and other City Officials, and employees in an effective, tactful, and courteous manner.

Physical Requirements

Must be physically capable of successfully performing the essential job functions of the Police Officer classification and be free of medical conditions that would preclude one from successfully performing said functions or would pose a direct threat to the health or safety of oneself or others.

Visual acuity must be correctable to 20/20 and vision must be free of color deficiencies that would preclude one from performing the essential job functions or would pose a direct threat to the health or safety of oneself or others.

Must be able to meet physical fitness entrance standards prescribed by the Academy of the City's choosing.

Other Requirements

• Successful completion of all phases of the Selection Process prior to appointment. (Process includes application phase, structured panel interview, physical fitness assessment, record check, background investigation, final interview with the Chief of Police, polygraph examination, psychological evaluation, medical examination, and drug test.)
• Must establish and maintain a primary place of residence within a County within which the Police Department has jurisdiction, or a county contiguous with such County of jurisdiction. (List includes Franklin, Delaware, Union, Morrow, Marion, Hardin, Logan, Champaign, Madison, Pickaway, Fairfield, Licking, and Knox Counties.)
• Ability to acquire and maintain LEADS and NCIC certification.
• Ability to acquire and maintain certification (pursuant to state standards) for the operation of on-duty and off-duty firearms (i.e. shotgun, AR-15, 9mm, or 40 caliber handgun).
• Compliance with training directives established by supervisory/managerial personnel.
• Adherence to all applicable Federal and State safety laws, rules, and regulations and City safety policies/procedures.
• Regular and punctual attendance is regarded as an essential requirement of this classification.

Composure

Is cool under pressure; does not become defensive or irritated when times are tough; is considered mature; can be counted on to hold things together during tough times; can handle stress; is not knocked off balance by the unexpected; doesn’t show frustration when resisted or blocked; is a settling influence in a crisis.

Decision Quality

Makes good decisions (without considering how much time it takes) based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment; most of their solutions and suggestions turn out to be correct and accurate when judged over time; sought out by others for advice and solutions.

Listening

Practices attentive and active listening; has the patience to hear people out; can accurately restate the opinions of others even when they disagree.

Customer Focus

Is dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; gets first‑hand customer information and uses it for improvements in products and services; acts with customers in mind; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and gains their trust and respect.

Dealing with Ambiguity

Can effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture; isn’t upset when things are up in the air; doesn’t have to finish things before moving on; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.

Patience

Is tolerant with people and processes; listens and checks before acting; tries to understand the people and the data before making judgments and acting; waits for others to catch up before acting; sensitive to due process and proper pacing; follows established process.

Problem Solving

Uses rigorous logic and methods to solve difficult problems with effective solutions; probes all fruitful sources for answers; can see hidden problems; is excellent at honest analysis; looks beyond the obvious and doesn’t stop at the first answers.

Priority Setting

Spends their time and the time of others on what’s important; quickly zeros in on the critical few and puts the trivial many aside; can quickly sense what will help or hinder accomplishing a goal; eliminates roadblocks; creates focus.

Peer Relationships/Team Work

Can quickly find common ground and solve problems for the good of all; can represent their own interests and yet be fair to other groups; can solve problems with peers with a minimum of noise; is seen as a team player and is cooperative; easily gains trust and support of peers; encourages collaboration; can be candid with peers.

Timely Decision Making

Makes decisions in a timely manner, sometimes with incomplete information and under tight deadlines and pressure; able to make a quick decision.

Approachability

Is easy to approach and talk to; spends the extra effort to put others at ease; can be warm, pleasant, and gracious; is sensitive to and patient with the interpersonal anxieties of others; builds rapport well; is a good listener; is an early knower, getting informal and incomplete information in time to do something about it.

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