Top 8 Officer patrol unit Jobs in Columbus

Police Officer
City of Whitehall, OH —Whitehall, OH
- $36.52 - $53.60 an hour
- Overtime
- Computer literacy
- Basic math
- Research
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Deputy Sheriff - Cadet
Delaware County, OH —Delaware, OH
- $72,841.60 a year
- Online Application
- Pass drug screening
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Wellness program
- Health insurance
Police Officer - Lateral and Entry-level
City of Delaware, OH —Delaware, OH
- $36.18 - $50.39 an hour
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Basic math
- Pass drug screening
Auxiliary Police Officer
City of Whitehall, OH —Whitehall, OH
- Computer literacy
- Research
- Mid-level
- On-the-job training
Deputy Sheriff - Certified Officers
Delaware County, OH —Delaware, OH
- $72,841.60 - $100,131.20 a year
- Online Application
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Wellness program
- Health insurance
Border Patrol Agent - Experienced
Customs and Border Protection —United States
- $65,545 - $124,717 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Military
- Mid-level
- Driving
- 401(k)
Border Patrol Agent - Experienced
Customs and Border Protection —United States
- $65,545 - $124,717 a year
- Urgently hiring
- Military
- Mid-level
- Driving
- 401(k)

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Police Officer
City of Whitehall, OH —Whitehall, OH
Valid US driver's license. Must acquire, develop and maintain the ability to interpret and apply principles, concepts, methods, laws, ordinances, and techniques…
$36.52 - $53.60 an hour
Deputy Sheriff - Cadet
Delaware County, OH —Delaware, OH
Must have a valid Ohio driver's license and a clean criminal record. Responds to criminal and civil calls as dispatched. Yearly bonus for graduate degrees.
$72,841.60 a year

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Police Officer

City of Whitehall, OH
Whitehall, OH

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Job Details

Full-time
$36.52 - $53.60 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
On-the-job training
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

City street navigation
Record keeping
Community relations
Computer operation
Confidential information handling
Outdoor work experience
Computer literacy
Basic math
Client inquiry handling
Employee relationship building
Radio communication systems
High school diploma or GED
Transcription
Driver's License
Driving
Public safety procedures
Basic firearms training
Computer skills
Investigative reports
Local ordinances
Negotiation
Customer complaint resolution

Full Job Description

Nature of Work

The Police Patrolman is the line Officer within the Division of Police who is usually assigned to the Patrol Bureau or the Detective Bureau but, at the Chief’s discretion, may also be assigned to such capacities as Systems Administrator, Vice Officer or OIC, as needed. The position is classified under Civil Service and reports directly to the assigned Sergeant.

Essential Functions

Usually drives a police vehicle, rides a bicycle or walks, patrolling a designated area
Regularly reports unsafe conditions such as obstructions in the streets
Usually patrols a designated area to enforce State Laws and City Ordinances
Answers calls for service as dispatched
Investigates complaints as assigned
Takes action as necessary to prevent crime and/or to apprehend criminals
Continually maintains public safety
Consistently assists citizens in a wide range of emergency and non-emergency situations
Regularly issues citations for violations of traffic laws
Makes arrests as warranted, sometimes requiring the use of force and physical exertion
Regularly transports prisoners
Regularly investigates vehicle accidents, attempting to determine causes and other pertinent facts
Regularly conducts investigations of crimes, preserves crime scenes, gathers and preserves evidence

Regularly investigates conditions which may indicate a crime is about to be , or has been, committed

Testifies in court as subpoenaed to do so
Assists injured persons, notifies families of injuries as needed
Sometimes processes blood, urine and other bodily fluids as evidence
Assists stranded motorists as dispatched or encountered
Maintains daily records and prepares reports
Regularly works with juveniles and school authorities
Consistently maintains good public relations
Directs, enforces and regulates traffic as needed
Responds daily to radio or computer messages or telephone instructions
Intervenes in private or public disputes to protect citizens and to maintain order as needed
Regularly prepares for the prosecution of criminal offenses involving individuals who have been arrested
Sometimes procures medical treatment or social services for individuals and may be required to transport individuals to these facilities
Regularly investigates delinquency, mental illness cases and cases involving missing persons
Carries out court orders, delivers subpoenas, and executes warrants as required
Regularly slates, searches, questions and escorts prisoners
Prepares written reports of gathered facts when dispatched or as initiated
Consults with and reports to the assigned Sergeant on daily issues concerning duties and the business of the Division of Police
Consistently assists in the maintenance of cooperative relations among Division of Police personnel
Consistently assists in the maintenance of cooperative and efficient relations between the various Bureaus and entities comprising the Division of Police
Consistently assists in the maintenance of cooperative relations between the Division of Police and outside persons and entities
Regularly assumes the responsibility and authority as Officer-in-Charge when so designated, or when seniority causes this to happen on-scene; in other words, the senior-most responding Officer is in-charge at the scene and, thereby has the responsibility and the authority as such, unless and until relieved of such by a more-senior Officer
At the discretion of the Chief of Police, Patrolmen may also be assigned regular, individual, ancillary duties to perform in an effort to efficiently and effectively accomplish the mission of the Division of Police. These duties may include such tasks as instructing, training, representing the Division, attending meetings, record-keeping and reports, Auxiliary Police liaison, negotiations, Datamaster management, local court bailiff, committee assignment, board assignment, and background investigation. Patrolmen may also be appointed by the Chief of Police to sub-entities such as the Tactical Unit, Honor Guard or Bicycle Patrol.
Performs numerous other daily duties as required, ordered, assigned or discovered

Minimum Requirements

Must be a United States citizen
Must possess a High School diploma or General Educational Development certificate
Valid US driver's license
Read and meet Whitehall Police Hiring Standards
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age and not yet 35 years of age at the time of appointment. If candidate is over 35 years of age, his or her years of service with Ohio Police and Fire Pension Fund, Ohio Public Employment Retirement System – Law Enforcement, and/or Ohio Highway Patrol Retirement System will be deducted from his or her current age. If the total of these two numbers is less than 35 the candidate will be eligible for employment as a Police Officer with the City of Whitehall. The maximum credit of years of eligible service given to any candidate will be 20 years.

Other

Must have and maintain excellent organizational skills
Must have and maintain legible handwriting skills
Must have proven decision-making skills
Must possess and maintain good interpersonal and human relation skills
Must possess and maintain the ability to understand and carry out detailed oral and written instructions
Must possess and maintain the ability to exercise sound reasoning and good judgment
Must possess and maintain the ability to recognize unusual or threatening conditions and to take appropriate action
Must possess and maintain the ability to organize and prioritize daily tasks and activities
Must possess and maintain basic math skills
Must possess and maintain the ability to work independently
Must possess and maintain the ability to cooperate with coworkers on group efforts
Must possess and maintain the ability to establish and maintain a good rapport with the public
Must possess the ability to maintain confidentiality in the handling of sensitive events and issues
Must possess and maintain good physical fitness
Must possess and maintain the ability and willingness to work in inclement weather
Must possess and maintain the ability to observe and remember names, faces and details of incidents
Must acquire, develop and maintain considerable knowledge of Federal, State, and local laws
Must acquire, develop and maintain considerable knowledge of law enforcement methods, principles, practices, and procedures
Must acquire, develop and maintain considerable knowledge of safety practices and procedures
Must acquire, develop and maintain a basic working knowledge of municipal government structure and process
Must acquire, develop and maintain skill and proficiency in the use of issued firearms and other weapons in which they have received training
Must acquire, develop and maintain the ability to interpret and apply principles, concepts, methods, laws, ordinances, and techniques to field operations
Must acquire, develop and maintain the ability to recognize, analyze and define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and initiate appropriate corrective actions
Must acquire, develop and maintain the ability to use proper research and investigative methods, techniques, and practices in gathering data
Must acquire, develop and maintain the ability to gather, collate, and classify information
Must acquire, develop and maintain the ability to prepare clear, concise, complete and accurate reports, and complete and maintain accurate records
Must acquire, develop and maintain the ability to transcribe records precisely without error
Must acquire, develop and maintain the ability to handle routine and sensitive inquiries from, and in contact with, the public
Must acquire, develop and maintain the ability to communicate with the public, peers, superiors, and other city officials and employees in an effective, tactful and courteous manner
Must acquire, develop and maintain the ability to resolve complaints from angry citizens in an effective, tactful and courteous manner
Must acquire, develop and maintain the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors and peers
Must acquire, develop and maintain the ability to demonstrate and utilize physical strength and dexterity in the use of hands and feet
Must acquire, develop and maintain the knowledge of local geography and streets
Must acquire, develop and maintain the knowledge of radio codes and communications
Must acquire, develop and maintain the ability to take control of a situation
Must acquire, develop and maintain the ability to detect violations and apply the law
Must acquire, develop and maintain the ability to accurately and completely investigate, report facts and conclude objectively
Must acquire, develop and maintain the ability to carry out assigned duties fairly, reasonably, and without prejudice or malice
Must successfully and satisfactorily complete all phases of the candidate selection process prior to probationary appointment, including application, written examination, record check, background investigation, polygraph/PSE, oral interview, medical examination and psychological evaluation
Must successfully and satisfactorily complete an on-the-job training/coaching program
Must successfully and satisfactorily complete a one year probationary period which begins with the date of appointment, or the date of completion of the on-the-job training/coaching program
Must be able to wear latex gloves
Required to work unexpected and/or scheduled overtime for such needs as covering manpower deficiencies
Must be able to tolerate such workplace abnormalities as violence, physical injuries, physical illness, human waste, human stench, and mental illness and its associated irregularities
Must maintain awareness of the possibility of unknowingly becoming exposed to communicable diseases and illnesses
Must, prior to probationary appointment, meet or satisfy all stipulations noted in the Whitehall Division of Police Hiring Standards
Must have or acquire functioning computer literacy required for day-to-day operations
Must retrain annually as required by the State of Ohio to maintain certification as a Police Officer
Must attend conferences, seminars, schools, and courses to remain up-to-date on policing issues, technologies, methods, policies and procedures

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