The Garrettsville Village Police Department is seeking individuals to fill the positions of full-time Patrol Officer and part-time Patrol Officer. Garrettsville Village is comprised of approximately 2400 residents and numerous businesses. It is located in Northeastern Portage County. Successful candidates must demonstrate the ability and desire to work as a team towards the objectives of the department.
Minimum Position Requirements:
- 21 years of age at the time of appointment
- Hold a current OPOTA certification and/or currently enrolled in a Police Academy
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Knowledge of current law enforcement principles, procedures, and techniques
- Ability to perform work requiring good physical condition, communicate effectively orally and in writing, establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, peers, and supervisors, and exercise sound judgment during stressful situations
- Ability to pass a thorough background investigation (including polygraph and psychological), physical examination (Full time), and drug screen
Additional Information:
Full-Time Patrol Officers
- Full-Time Patrol Officers participate in the Ohio Police & Fire Pension Fund
- $1000 annual uniform allowance
- Full-time benefits package including health care, dental, vision, and life.
- Ten paid holidays
- Paid sick time
- Paid Vacation time (one week after six months of service and two weeks after one year of service)
- Full-time pay range 20.00/ hr. to 25.33/ hr.
- Ability to earn comp time
- Specialized opportunities include K-9 and School Resource Officer
- Continuous training opportunities
Part-Time Patrol Officers
- Part-Time Patrol Officers are enrolled in OPERS
- $750 annual uniform allowance
- Part-time pay range 15.00/ hr. to 22.11/ hr.
- Worked holidays are paid at time and a half
- All candidates must complete a field training program and a probationary period.
Applications may be obtained at the Garrettsville Police Department, located at 8123 High St. Garrettsville, OH 44231, or online at https://www.garrettsville.org/directory/police/. Completed applications must be notarized and submitted in person at the Garrettsville Police Department.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $22.11 per hour
Expected hours: 8 – 39 per week
Benefits:
- Retirement plan
Experience level:
- No experience needed
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Holidays
- Night shift
- Weekends as needed
License/Certification:
- OPOTA CERTIFICATION (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Garrettsville, OH 44231: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person