Police Officer 1

About Us:

Our mission is to save lives, reduce injuries and economic loss, administer Ohio's motor vehicle laws and preserve the safety and wellbeing of all citizens.

What You'll Do as a Police Officer 1:

Ohio Department of Public Safety - Ohio State Highway Patrol

Report in locations:

• 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.

Assists state highway patrol officers in patrolling grounds & buildings on foot & in car (e.g., protects lives of consumers/clients 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; Appears in court & testifies in criminal proceedings as required; Assists in conducting investigations of criminal or administrative nature & crash accidents; Makes inquiries, documents findings & communicates with general public regarding sensitive issues.

Assists state highway patrol officers & performs security functions at special events (e.g., responds to emergencies & makes emergency runs in patrol car; escorts, protects & assists visitors; assists nursing, medical or direct care personnel in handling/restraining, transporting & checking curfew of aggressive consumers/clients) when requested.

Performs routine administrative duties related to police work (e.g., keeps log of security conditions; writes unusual incident reports; answers telephone & relays messages via radio &/or telephone; files & types reports; performs vehicle inspections, fire extinguisher inspections & other safety &/or security inspection) & reviews changes in law enforcement & emergency procedures.

What’s in it for you:

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

• Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave

Employee Development Funds

• The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

• OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.

Deferred Compensation

• The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a Model Employer of Individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Technical Skill: Public Safety

Professional Skill: Responsiveness

Major Worker Characteristics

Knowledge of: Safety Practices (security & safety procedures & techniques)*; Public Relations; Agency Policies & Procedures (ODPS & OSP); Government Structure & Process; Law (state & federal regulations, policies & procedures related to law enforcement)*; Investigation procedures & techniques*; Reporting procedures; Basic first aid techniques.

Skill in: Word processing (Microsoft Office applications); Equipment operations (general office equipment, police equipment to include radio & firearms)*.

Ability to: Recognize unusual or threatening conditions & take appropriate action; Deal with variety of problems in somewhat unfamiliar context; Calculate fractions, decimals & percentages; Comprehend simple sentences with common vocabulary; Complete routine forms; Maintain accurate records; Use proper research methods in gathering data; Gather, collate & classify information about data, people or things; Handle sensitive inquiries from & contacts with officials & general public; DEMONSTRATE PHYSICAL FITNESS.
(*) Developed after employment.

Supplemental Information

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT REQUIRED TO REMAIN IN THE CLASSIFICATION AFTER EMPLOYMENT: Must successfully complete basic peace officer training & possesses a valid OPOTA Certification Training Certificate within one year from date of hire. Upon successful completion of basic peace officer training & one year of permanent service (i.e. completion of probationary period) shall be reassigned to Police Officer 2. Effective 1/1/89, all new hires must successfully complete basic peace officer training before carrying firearms or making arrests.

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: May work weekends & nights; works outside exposed to inclement weather; subject to call in emergency situations; exposed to unpredictable client behavior.

• This position may be filled by a layoff or certification eligibility list.
• This position will be filled in accordance with the applicable bargaining agreement.
• This position is essential, meaning the duties this job performs are critical to the continued operations of the Ohio Department of Public Safety during a public safety emergency (OAC 123: 1-46-01 & DAS Directive HR-D11.) This position will be required to report for duty during any public safety emergency.
• All applicants who meet the required minimum qualifications will be required to pass a physical fitness assessment.
• All applicants must meet the required appearance standards for uniformed employees.

• A BCI and FBI fingerprint check, tax check and background check, including a polygraph examination, may be required on all selected applicants.
• A comparative analysis and/or drug-test may be a requirement of the hiring process.
• This position is subject to Federal Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) regulations that prohibit someone to carry, transport, or otherwise possess firearm(s) and/or ammunition from consuming marijuana, including medical marijuana. Medical marijuana is prohibited as a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test for final applicants in this position.
• These positions are identified as safety sensitive and are subject to random drug & alcohol testing in accordance with DPS 501.24.