Police Recruit

Fairborn Police Department; Fairborn (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairborn Police Department is seeking a Police Recruit who will enroll in the peace officer basic training program required for Ohio Peace Officer Certification under ORC 109.77. The recruit will work under the supervision of a Police Sergeant and may perform other duties during training.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, a valid Ohio driver’s license, no felony convictions, and being 21 at appointment, with pursuit of Ohio certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent certificate of competency.
• Ability to meet OPOTA physical fitness standards.
• Willingness to pursue Ohio Peace Officer Certification.

Responsibilities

• Attend peace officer basic training program meeting ORC 109.77 requirements.
• Under supervision of a Police Sergeant, perform duties as requested during training.

Skills

Physical fitness

Training standards

Course work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Ohio driver’s license

21 years old at appointment

Job description

Under the general supervision of a Police Sergeant the Police Recruit will attend peace officer basic training program that meets the requirements of Ohio Revised Code Section 109.77 for Peace Officer Certification. Performs other work as requested.

Enrollment in peace officer basic training program that meets the requirements of Ohio Revised Code Section 109.77 for Peace Officer Certification.High school diploma, GED, or equivalent certificate of competency. Must possess a valid Ohio Driver's License, have no felony convictions, be 21 years of age at time of appointment and be in the process of obtaining a State of Ohio Certification as a Police Officer. Requirements during Application Process include application, background check, departmental interview, and pre-employment polygraph.

Ability to complete physical fitness test and meet OPOTA’s physical fitness standards.

Ability to maintain passing grades in course curriculum including: Administration, Legal, Human Relations, Firearms, Driving, Subject Control Techniques, First Aid/CPR/AED, Patrol, Civil Disorders, Traffic, Investigation, Physical Conditioning, Homeland Security, Use of Taser/ASP/O.C., Single Officer Response to an Active Shooter, and other courses as required.

Ability to maintain attendance per academy regulations.

Ability to successfully complete basic academy and passing grade on state certification examination.