Job Description

CITY OF FAIRFIELD POLICE DEPARTMENT
5350 Pleasant Avenue
Fairfield, Ohio 45014
Phone: 513-896-8145

Position Title
Police Officer

Signing Bonus
Eligible candidates who have completed the police academy and meet Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) certification requirements are eligible for a $5,000 signing bonus. The bonus is paid after successfully completing the probationary period and requires a two-year employment commitment following probation.

Salary Information
Starting pay depends on experience and qualifications:

New OPOTA-Certified Police Officer: $70,200 annually.
With One Year of Experience: $76,876 annually.
With Two Years of Experience: $83,304 annually.
With Three Years of Experience: $90,334 annually.
Department Overview
The Fairfield Police Department comprises:

66 sworn officers, responding to over 30,000 service calls annually.
Specialized units including investigations, school officers, K9 teams, bike patrol, SWAT, and a regional drug task force.
A civilian workforce providing support services.
The department operates out of a modern facility and enjoys strong community support.

Area Information
Location: Fairfield, Ohio, in Butler County, approximately 20 miles north of Cincinnati.
Population: 44,000 residents.
Accessibility: Situated along the northern loop of I-275 with convenient access to recreational, cultural, and business areas.
Job Requirements
Age:
Minimum: 21 years by the exam date.
Maximum: 35 years at the time of original appointment unless prior service in the Ohio Police & Fire Pension Fund or equivalent transferable law enforcement service exists.
Citizenship: U.S. citizenship required.
Education: High school diploma or GED.
Associate degree in Criminal Justice or OPOTA certification preferred.
Driver's License: Valid Ohio driver's license required.
Vision: Corrected to 20/20.
Language: Proficiency in English required.
Academy Certification
Preferred but not required.
If hired without certification, the City will cover academy costs, and the officer will be paid $3 less per hour during training.
Hiring Process
Written Exam.
Physical Agility Test.
Oral Exam.
Background Investigation.
Voice Stress Analysis.
Interview with Police Chief and Staff.
Interview with City Manager.
Psychological Examination.
Physical Exam and Drug Screening.
Disqualifiers
Candidates are evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Ohio Revised Code 737.052 precludes appointment for individuals with felony convictions.

For further details, contact the Fairfield Police Department. An Equal Opportunity Employer.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $ 70,200.00 90,334.00 Per Year

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Hourly pay, Full time, Trial period, Relocation bonus,

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