Description

THIS APPLICATION IS TO BE COMPLETED ONLY BY CANDIDATES WHO HAVE COMPLETED THE NATIONAL TESTING NETWORK (N.T.N) LAW ENFORCEMENT EXAM AND HAVE SUBMITTED SCORES TO REYNOLDSBURG POLICE DEPARTMENT.

Haven't taken the exam? Visit www.nationaltestingnet work.com to take the Law Enforcement exam. Make sure to select City of Reynoldsburg Police Department when submitting your scores.

If you have already taken the exam within the past 12 months, you do not need to retake the exam. You may request through N.T.N to have your scores sent to us.

TO APPLY: First, review Reynoldsburg Department qualification listed below. If you meet all requirements, please proceed to the application. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Civil Service Commission.

Examples of Duties

Examples Of Duties

The Police Officer is the line officer within the Reynoldsburg Division of Police and is usually assigned to the Patrol Bureau or the Detective Bureau. At the Chief's discretion, police officers may be assigned to work as a patrol officer, detective, narcotic/vice officer, officer in charge, K9 officer, School Resource Officer, or any other position as needed. The position is classified under Civil Service and reports directly to the assigned Sergeant.

Drives police vehicles, patrols designated areas
Reports unsafe conditions such as street obstruction
Issues citations for violations of traffic laws
Makes arrests, sometimes requiring the use of physical effort
Transports prisoners and provides escorts; directs traffic
Conducts investigations of accidents and crimes
Preserves crime scenes; gathers, prepares and preserves evidence; lifts latent fingerprints
Checks doors and windows of homes and businesses for security
Responds to radio calls
Takes reports/statements from complainants' places property in property room, completes proper paperwork
Assists injured persons
Answers inquiries
Assists stranded motorists
Looks for and investigates conditions or situations which may indicate a crime is about to be or has been committed
Maintains records and prepares reports of incidents and activities; secures warrants
Serves warrants and subpoenas
Where juveniles are involved, interviews parents, teachers, and others
Appears in courts, works with agencies and school officials
Takes photographs of accident scenes, prisoners, crime scenes
Assists court, reviews situations, testifies
Watches for and locates missing persons, stole vehicles and goods; operates speed measuring equipment, breath testing equipment, window tint meters, video equipment
Attends meetings, training sessions; gives talks and tours
Performs other duties requiring similar skills
Maintains required licenses and/or certificates
Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance
Performs other related duties as assigned

Typical Qualifications

Typical Qualifications:

Candidates must be 21 years of age at the time of appointment.
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or GED
Valid driver's license accompanied by a good driving record
Must be a U.S. citizen or have declared your intentions of becoming a citizen and possess a valid permanent resident card
All candidates must also have an excellent background and pass a background check

Supplemental Information

Candidates who have passed their written exam are eligible to earn an additional credit percentage to their final scores. Extra credit may be obtained for areas listed below. You may only receive credit for one selection listed. You may not combine credit for more than one item. Candidates are awarded credit for the highest eligible selection.

Military 2-5% credit, OPOTA Certification 4% or bachelor's degree 3%

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, health saving accounts, educational assistance, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

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Have you taken the Law Enforcement Exam with National Testing Network? (DO NOT SUBMIT APPLICATION IF YOU HAVE NOT SUBMITTED N.T.N SCORES)

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Are you at least 21 years old?

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Do you have a valid Ohio driver's license with a good driving record?

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Do you have a High School diploma or GED?

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Are you a U.S. citizen or have declared your intentions of becoming a citizen and possess a valid permanent resident card?

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Can you pass an extensive background check?

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Do you have a Bachelor's degree (3%) from an accredited college or university? (If yes, please attach a copy of your diploma or transcript)

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OPOTA Certification - (4% )Do you have a current certification with the Ohio Peace officers Training Council?

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Military Credit 2% - Are you a member in good standing of a reserve component of the armed forces of the United States, who successfully completes the member's initial entry-level training?

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Military Credit 5% - Have you been honorably discharged from the uniformed services or transferred to the reserves, or a member of the reserve component of the armed forces who has completed more than 180 days of active duty?

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Have you used marijuana in the last 2 years of application? THIS IS AN AUTOMATIC REMOVAL

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With the exception of marijuana, have you used any illegal drugs in the last 5 years of application? THIS IS AN AUTOMATIC REMOVAL

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Have you been convicted of an OVI (operating a vehicle under the influence) or reduced charge, or a Reckless Operation within the last 5 years? IF YES, EMAIL CIVIL SERVICE WITH EXPLANATION.

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As an adult have you admitted to, been arrested, incarcerated or convicted of a misdemeanor (including traffic offenses such as OVI, etc.)?

Yes
No
Required Question

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