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Government Jobs lists this Police Officer - EXAM opportunity in columbus, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Police OfficerUnder general supervision, is responsible for serving and protecting the community by performing crime prevention, criminal investigations, and law enforcement activities; performs related duties as required.Possession of a high school diploma or a certificate of high school equivalence (GED). At least twenty (20) years of age when applying, and at least twenty-one (21) years of age at the time of being sworn in. Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license at time of hire. A citizen of the United States of America. Police Officers must successfully pass the Division's Basic Peace Officer Training Academy and Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission (OPOTC) final exam. The probationary period shall conclude three hundred sixty-five (365) days after being sworn in unless the City further extends the probationary period beyond the 365 days per Civil Service Rule XI (C). Tattoo Policy: Applicants are expected to meet the Division's Tattoo policy at the time of hire. Directive 11.01- Professional Appearance Shall have no visible tattoos on the head, neck, or hands. Shall have no tattoos (visible or not visible) that depict obscene or gang-related images or extremist or otherwise offensive images that may bring the Division into disrepute. No visible body modifications or gauges shall be permitted. No visible piercings with jewelry (other than the ears) shall be permitted.The examination phases will consist of: Multiple-choice exam scored as pass or fail, weighted 0% Situational Response Assessment (SRA), passing scores are weighted 100% Earned points may be added to the SRA for second language proficiency. Submission of your Personal History Statement and required documents, weighted 0% Candidates receiving a passing score on each phase of the exam will be placed on a banded eligible list for consideration. Banded scores are: 90 and above are in Band 1, 80 to 89 are placed in Band 2, and 70 to 79 are placed in Band 3. The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer.The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City's Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short-term Disability, Life Insurance, Wellness Program, Tuition Reimbursement. Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City's human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at for further information.
Worksite address
columbus, OH, 43215, US
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