Police Officer - Lateral

City of Zanesville; Zanesville (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated law enforcement officers for lateral transfers. This role involves patrolling assigned areas, conducting investigations, and responding to emergencies, all while ensuring public safety and maintaining law and order. The ideal candidate will have prior experience and OPOTA certification, along with a passion for serving the community. This position offers competitive pay based on experience, excellent health coverage, and a supportive work environment. If you are ready to take the next step in your law enforcement career, this opportunity awaits you.

Benefits

Paid Holidays

Vacation Days

Sick Days

Uniform Allowance

Excellent Health Coverage

Qualifications

• Must be OPOTA Certified and have at least 1 year of law enforcement experience.
• Ability to pass background checks and various assessments is required.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned areas to enforce laws and serve citizens.
• Conduct criminal investigations and respond to emergency calls.
• Complete police reports and maintain daily activity logs.

Skills

Law Enforcement Procedures

Crisis Intervention

Report Writing

Defensive Driving

Use of Firearms

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certification from Basic Police Officer Training School

Tools

Police Cruiser

Radio Equipment

Firearms

Computer Systems

Job description

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:

Qualifications:

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

Pass a series of assessments:

1. Background Check
2. Polygraph Exam
3. Psychological Exam
4. Physical Exam

Compensation & Benefits:

1. Salary based on years of prior service
2. Paid holidays, vacation, personal days, & sick days
3. Uniform Allowance
4. Excellent Health Coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)

MINORITY APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY

Please use this link to apply:

Apply Here

Documents to upload:

1. Drivers license copy (required)
2. Resume (optional)
3. Other relevant certificates (optional)
4. DD214 (if applicable)
5. Copy of OP & F or OPERS statement with Credit hours

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

1. Patrols assigned area, on foot or in police vehicle, to serve citizens and enforce governing laws and city ordinances.
2. Conducts business and residential checks, and deters and detects unlawful activity.
3. Responds to and handles alarms and calls.
4. Acts as peace officer in situations requiring intervention and mediation.
5. Conducts criminal and accident investigations.
6. Directs traffic, and enforces traffic and parking laws.
7. Attends parades and other public gatherings and maintains order in crowds.
8. Completes arrest, criminal, accident and other police reports, and maintains daily activities log.
9. Maintains and improves individual police knowledge and skills.
10. Transports suspects and witnesses to police headquarters, jail, court, and other locations.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

1. May be assigned to k-9 unit.
2. May be assigned as DARE Officer.

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.

Usual Physical Demands

The following physical demands are typically exhibited by position incumbents performing this job’s essential duties and responsibilities.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of: law enforcement procedures and requirements; Federal, State and Local laws; criminology; search and seizure laws; law enforcement safety precautions and procedure.

Ability to: react with sound judgement and courage in dangerous situations; maintain and promote good public relations as city representative; maintain confidentiality of confidential and sensitive subject matter.

Skill in: writing police reports; use of firearms and other weapons; defensive driving; self defense and use of force.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER