Police Officer 1

Summary

Ohio Department of Public Safety - Ohio State Highway Patrol

Report in Location Could Be Any One of The Following:

• 1970 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43223

• 1583 Alum Creek Drive, Columbus, OH 43209

• 717 East 17th Avenue, Columbus, OH 43211

• 77 South High Street, Columbus, OH 43215

• 30 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43215

• 30 West Spring Street, Columbus, OH 43215

THIS POSTING IS FOR APPLICANTS TO APPLY TO BE PLACED IN A POOL OF CANDIDATES TO BE CONSIDERED FOR FUTURE POSSIBLE OPENINGS AT THE LOCATIONS NOTED ABOVE.

Individuals selected for hire and not OPOTA certified will be required to attend a 26 week training class located at the Ohio State Highway Patrol Academy in Columbus.

Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety

• Multiple pay increases over the first years of service!

• Free Parking!

What You'll Do as a Police Officer 1

• Assists state highway patrol officers in patrolling grounds & buildings on foot & in car (e.g., protects lives of consumers/client's visitors & employees; checks property for open doors, gates, windows, fires or other hazards; prevents crimes & enforces laws, rules & regulations; checks identity of persons on grounds & nature of business);

• Monitors traffic conditions & parking facilities to ensure efficient flow of traffic;

• Checks parking permits & issues traffic tickets as necessary;

• Assists other police officers in apprehending, arresting & processing criminal violators;

• Files affidavits;

• Serves warrants & subpoenas;

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At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Option 1

Formal education in arithmetic that includes fractions, decimals & percentages & in reading & writing English vocabulary; valid driver's license. Probationary period is one year.

Option 2

-Or possession of certificate having successfully completed approved basic peace officer training program or completion of 20 yrs. active duty as peace officer per Section 109.78 (D) of Ohio revised code for developmental disabilities & mental health facility employees. Probationary period is one year. Note: Applicant must be able to successfully perform Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training Program (OPOTC) Fitness Testing Entry Standards for New Recruits.

Job Skills: Law Enforcement

Helpful Tips for Applying:

1. Be detailed when describing your current/previous work duties. The more the better!! Don't just write "see attached resume".

2. Tailor your application for each position you apply for. You should clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting.

3. Respond to all questions asked. If you do not have the education/training/experience that is being asked, select either "No" or "N/A".

Job Description

Ohio Department of Public Safety - Ohio State Highway Patrol

Report in Location Could Be Any One of The Following:

• 1970 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43223

• 1583 Alum Creek Drive, Columbus, OH 43209

• 717 East 17th Avenue, Columbus, OH 43211

• 77 South High Street, Columbus, OH 43215

• 30 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43215

• 30 West Spring Street, Columbus, OH 43215

THIS POSTING IS FOR APPLICANTS TO APPLY TO BE PLACED IN A POOL OF CANDIDATES TO BE CONSIDERED FOR FUTURE POSSIBLE OPENINGS AT THE LOCATIONS NOTED ABOVE.

Individuals selected for hire and not OPOTA certified will be required to attend a 26 week training class located at the Ohio State Highway Patrol Academy in Columbus.

Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety

• Multiple pay increases over the first years of service!

• Free Parking!

What You'll Do as a Police Officer 1

• Assists state highway patrol officers in patrolling grounds & buildings on foot & in car (e.g., protects lives of consumers/client's visitors & employees; checks property for open doors, gates, windows, fires or other hazards; prevents crimes & enforces laws, rules & regulations; checks identity of persons on grounds & nature of business);

• Monitors traffic conditions & parking facilities to ensure efficient flow of traffic;

• Checks parking permits & issues traffic tickets as necessary;

• Assists other police officers in apprehending, arresting & processing criminal violators;

• Files affidavits;

• Serves warrants & subpoenas;

Click here to see full position description

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) & Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation )

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Qualifications

Option 1

Formal education in arithmetic that includes fractions, decimals & percentages & in reading & writing English vocabulary; valid driver's license. Probationary period is one year.

Option 2

-Or possession of certificate having successfully completed approved basic peace officer training program or completion of 20 yrs. active duty as peace officer per Section 109.78 (D) of Ohio revised code for developmental disabilities & mental health facility employees. Probationary period is one year. Note: Applicant must be able to successfully perform Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training Program (OPOTC) Fitness Testing Entry Standards for New Recruits.

Job Skills: Law Enforcement

Helpful Tips for Applying:

1. Be detailed when describing your current/previous work duties. The more the better!! Don't just write "see attached resume".

2. Tailor your application for each position you apply for. You should clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting.

3. Respond to all questions asked. If you do not have the education/training/experience that is being asked, select either "No" or "N/A".