Police Recruit: Academy Prep & Fitness Path

City of Dayton; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Dayton seeks Police Recruit for the Dayton Police Academy starting Fall 2027. Applicants will face an entry-level assessment, background check, polygraph, and a mandatory Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA) as required by the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission. Specific dates and locations are to be announced.

Candidates must be a U.S. citizen, at least 20 to test, 21 by academy completion, and must not have reached their 69th birthday by appointment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and eligible to work in the United States.
• Must be 20 years old to take the entry-level assessment and 21 by academy completion.
• Must not have reached 69th birthday by appointment.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Attend Dayton Police Academy to complete classroom curriculum and physical skills development.
• Undergo background investigation, polygraph, medical and psychological examinations.
• Pass the Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA) and meet Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission standards.

Skills

Police recruit

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

City of Dayton seeks Police Recruit for the Dayton Police Academy starting Fall 2027. Applicants will face an entry-level assessment, background check, polygraph, and a mandatory Physical Fitness Assessment (PFA) as required by the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission. Specific dates and locations are to be announced.

Candidates must be a U.S. citizen, at least 20 to test, 21 by academy completion, and must not have reached their 69th birthday by appointment.