Police Officer

Summary

The Miami Township Police Department is hiring both Entry Level (OPOTA CERTIFIED) and Lateral Transfers. Hiring bonus of up to $5,000 for officers that have three years of full-time law enforcement experience. $2,500 would be paid to a qualified officer after they complete their probationary period, and an additional $2,500 would be paid to the officer after they complete two years of continuous service with our department.Miami Township is a community of contrasts with a rural and urban mix. The township is located in the south-central portion of Montgomery County, Ohio. The unincorporated portion of Miami Township contains approximately 21 square miles with approximately 30,000 residents. Miami Township is 11 miles from downtown Dayton and 41 miles from downtown Cincinnati.The Miami Township Police Department has a reputation for quality law enforcement. As part of our continuing desire to become the premier police department in Ohio, we were accredited through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) in July 2017. Our work on the accreditation process has further cemented our dedication to our core values and strengthened our professionalism.Specialty assignments include K-9 Unit, Task Force Officer, School Resource Officer, Detective, Community Resource Officer, Bike Patrol, SWAT Team, Drone Pilot, Technical Crash Investigator, Evidence Technician, and promotional opportunities.ResponsibilitiesEnforce laws and ordinances to maintain public safety and orderPatrol assigned areas to prevent and detect criminal activityRespond to emergency calls and provide assistance as neededConduct investigations, gather evidence, and make arrests when necessaryWrite detailed reports on incidents, accidents, and observationsProvide traffic control and enforce traffic lawsAssist with crowd control at public events or gatheringsCollaborate with other law enforcement agencies on joint operations or investigationsSkillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong problem-solving and decision-making abilitiesAbility to remain calm and composed in high-pressure situationsPhysical fitness and stamina to handle the demands of the jobKnowledge of laws, regulations, and procedures related to law enforcementProficiency in using firearms and other police equipmentAbility to handle sensitive information with confidentialitySchedule10 hours Shifts (4 days on/3 days off)#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

The Miami Township Police Department is hiring both Entry Level (OPOTA CERTIFIED) and Lateral Transfers. Hiring bonus of up to $5,000 for officers that have three years of full-time law enforcement experience. $2,500 would be paid to a qualified officer after they complete their probationary period, and an additional $2,500 would be paid to the officer after they complete two years of continuous service with our department.Miami Township is a community of contrasts with a rural and urban mix. The township is located in the south-central portion of Montgomery County, Ohio. The unincorporated portion of Miami Township contains approximately 21 square miles with approximately 30,000 residents. Miami Township is 11 miles from downtown Dayton and 41 miles from downtown Cincinnati.The Miami Township Police Department has a reputation for quality law enforcement. As part of our continuing desire to become the premier police department in Ohio, we were accredited through the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA) in July 2017. Our work on the accreditation process has further cemented our dedication to our core values and strengthened our professionalism.Specialty assignments include K-9 Unit, Task Force Officer, School Resource Officer, Detective, Community Resource Officer, Bike Patrol, SWAT Team, Drone Pilot, Technical Crash Investigator, Evidence Technician, and promotional opportunities.ResponsibilitiesEnforce laws and ordinances to maintain public safety and orderPatrol assigned areas to prevent and detect criminal activityRespond to emergency calls and provide assistance as neededConduct investigations, gather evidence, and make arrests when necessaryWrite detailed reports on incidents, accidents, and observationsProvide traffic control and enforce traffic lawsAssist with crowd control at public events or gatheringsCollaborate with other law enforcement agencies on joint operations or investigationsSkillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skillsStrong problem-solving and decision-making abilitiesAbility to remain calm and composed in high-pressure situationsPhysical fitness and stamina to handle the demands of the jobKnowledge of laws, regulations, and procedures related to law enforcementProficiency in using firearms and other police equipmentAbility to handle sensitive information with confidentialitySchedule10 hours Shifts (4 days on/3 days off)#J-18808-Ljbffr