Police Officer - Lateral

Zanesville Police Department; Zanesville (OH); Sur place; USD 40 000 - 53 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Paid holidays

Vacation and personal days

Sick days

Uniform allowance

Excellent health coverage

Résumé du poste

Zanesville Police Department is seeking experienced law enforcement officers for lateral transfer opportunities. Eligible applicants must be OPOTA certified and currently employed as sworn officers in Ohio.

The role includes background and polygraph screens, psychological and physical exams, along with comprehensive compensation and benefits. The department emphasizes a structured probationary period, holiday and health benefits, uniform allowance, and ongoing public service duties such as

Qualifications

• Must be a US Citizen 21 years of age or older.
• Possess High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent.
• Possess a Valid Driver's License.
• Currently a full-time or part-time law enforcement position.
• Law Enforcement Officer with a minimum of 1 year experience.
• Currently in PERS and/or OP &F pension system.

Responsabilités

• Patrols assigned area, on foot or in police vehicle, to serve citizens and enforce governing laws and city ordinances.
• Conducts business and residential checks, and deters and detects unlawful activity.
• Responds to and handles alarms and calls. Apprehends and arrests suspects in violation of laws and ordinances.
• Acts as peace officer in situations requiring intervention and mediation.
• Conducts criminal and accident investigations. Collects and identifies evidence and questions victims and witnesses.
• Directs traffic, and enforces traffic and parking laws. Gives warnings and issues traffic citations.
• Attends parades and other public gatherings and maintains order in crowds.
• Completes arrest, criminal, accident and other police reports, and maintains daily activities log.

Formation

High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent

Description du poste

ARE YOU CURRENTLY A LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER AND CONSIDERING A MOVE?

Zanesville Police Department is currently accepting applications for Lateral Transfers!

2024 2025 2026

• Police 4% 4% 4%
• Probationary $29.11/hr $30.27/hr $31.48/hr
• Top Pay $35.24/hr $36.65/hr $38.12/hr

Probationary period is the period starting from the date of hire and continuing for 2080 hours after completion of Field Training Program. per FOP Contract section 6.1

In order to be considered for a Lateral Position applicants must be Ohio Police Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) Certified and currently employed at an Ohio law enforcement agency as a sworn law enforcement officer, part-time/full-time. Check the following to see if you qualify:

• Must be a US Citizen 21 years of age or older
• Possess High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent
• Possess a Valid Driver's License
• Currently a full-time or part-time law enforcement position
• Law Enforcement Officer with a minimum of 1 year experience
• Currently in PERS and/or OP &F pension system

Pass a series of assessments:

• Background Check
• Polygraph Exam
• Psychological Exam
• Physical Exam

Compensation & Benefits

• Paid holidays, vacation, personal days, & sick days
• Uniform Allowance
• Excellent Health Coverage ( medical, dental, vision, prescription)

MINORITY APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

Position Qualifications

An appropriate combination of education, training, course work and experience may qualify an applicant to demonstrate required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of an acceptable qualification is: High School Degree, GED or equivalent and law enforcement training from Ohio Peace Officer’s Training Academy. Ability to pass background check.

Ability to document identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of original appointment as a condition of employment in compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act requirements.

Licensure or Certification Requirements

Certification from Basic Police Officer Training School; State Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

Distinguishing Job Characteristics

Under direction, serves citizens, maintains law and order and preserves peace within City of Zanesville.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned area, on foot or in police vehicle, to serve citizens and enforce governing laws and city ordinances. Serves general public, offers assistance and maintains good public relations.
• Conducts business and residential checks, and deters and detects unlawful activity. Seeks abnormal conditions, inspects premises, checks suspicious persons and vehicles, and provides viable law enforcement presence. Maintains lookout for wanted persons or property, and maintains surveillance in problem areas.
• Responds to and handles alarms and calls. Apprehends and arrests suspects in violation of laws and ordinances.
• Acts as peace officer in situations requiring intervention and mediation such as fights, family disturbances, neighbor disputes, and other matters. Handles citizen complaints concerning disturbances, juvenile problems, loud parties, and other problems.
• Conducts criminal and accident investigations. Collects and identifies evidence and questions victims and witnesses. Prepares evidence for presentation in court, and testifies in court proceedings.
• Directs traffic, and enforces traffic and parking laws. Gives warnings and issues traffic citations. Reports hazardous traffic conditions and abandoned or damaged vehicles and assists stranded motorists.
• Attends parades and other public gatherings and maintains order in crowds. Provides funeral and security escorts.
• Serves subpoenas.
• Summons medical help and provides first aid as necessary.
• Completes arrest, criminal, accident and other police reports, and maintains daily activities log.
• Maintains and improves individual police knowledge and skills. Participates in training programs and conferences to learn new or revised regulations, policy or procedure. Maintains current knowledge of laws and ordinances governing city. Learns effective use of equipment and investigative aids, and maintains skill in safe and effective use of firearms.
• Transports suspects and witnesses to police headquarters, jail, court, and other locations.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• May be assigned to k-9 unit. Handles and takes care of police dog, and maintains current working knowledge of dog handling requirements and court decisions.

Scope of Supervision

None

Equipment Operated

• Cruiser
• radio
• handgun, shotgun and other duty weapons
• chemical agents and other defensive weapons
• stop stick
• computer
• Breath Alcohol Content Verifier
• flares
• animal snare
• radar and laser units
• handcuffs and other restraints
• other police equipment
• telephone

Contacts with Others

• General public
• Sheriff Deputies
• Fire Department
• Ambulance Services
• Dog Warden
• Children Services and other social service agencies
• victims, witnesses, suspects and convicted criminals
• Municipal Court Judge
• Prosecutor, Law Director, Defenders and other attorneys
• County Coroner
• Mental Health and hospital personnel
• juvenile court officials

Confidential Data

• LEADS/NCIC information
• criminal case investigation reports
• covert operations

Working Conditions

Occasional exposure to heat, cold, dampness, fumes, noise, dirt, and dust and other inclement weather or other conditions. Occasionally exposed to extremel