*** All applicants for entry-level positions are required to create an account through the National Testing Network (NTN) at www.nationaltestingnetwork.com and submit their written test. All required documents (listed below) must be uploaded to your individual NTN account profile. Any candidate who has not completed their NTN test or attached the required documents will not be considered. Certified officers who are not currently employed must complete the entry-level application and are not eligible for lateral entry. ***
The Grandview Heights Division of Police is accepting applications for an eligibility list for the position of Police Officer. Eligibility Lists, upon approval of the Grandview Heights Civil Service Commission, are valid for a period of one (1) year.
The Grandview Heights Division of Police services the City of Grandview Heights and the Village of Marble Cliff and approximately 8,900 residents. Situated just west of downtown Columbus and THE Ohio State University, our growing community is home to multiple hotels, restaurants, mixed-use development, twenty parks, and is within walking distance to multiple professional sports stadiums and arenas. Authorized staffing is twenty-four (24) sworn law enforcement officers and nine (9) civilian staff and support members, including positions in Police Administration, Patrol, Investigations, Communications, Canine Handler, Bicycle Patrol, and Task Force Officer(s).
The Division recently transitioned to twelve-hour (12) shifts, guaranteeing members every other weekend off.
We are interested in dedicated candidates willing to work in a team environment and those who will create partnerships with the community to proactively preserve the peace, protect life and property, and safeguard the constitutional rights of all. All members must adhere to our Core Values of Professionalism, Respect, Courage, Integrity, and Accountability.
Eligibility Lists are obtained and created after the candidate successfully completes the required examination(s) through the National Testing Network (NTN). All entry-level candidates must create a profile and submit test scores through NTN at www.nationaltestingnetwork.com, in addition to completing the application for employment. Entry-level candidates do not currently have an OPOTA certificate and requires basic police academy training, or the candidate possesses an OPOTA certificate but is not currently employed as a police officer for a village, township, municipal, or state law enforcement agency within the State of Ohio for at least two years continuously, without a break in service.
A candidate with a current OPOTA certificate (or a certified law enforcement officer in any other U.S. state) with a minimum of two years of continuous service for a township, village, municipality, or state law enforcement agency and without a break in service should refer to the job posting for a Lateral Police Officer.
Salary Information (Shift Differential of $1.30)
Effective 01/01/2026
Cadet/Recruit
$ 69,036.94 - $70,571.09
Starting Police Officer
$ 76,707.71
After one year
$ 84,249.18
After two years
$ 93,451.54
After three years
$ 103,665.63
After four years
$ 115,006.79
After five years
$ 118,441.38
**DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FROM APPLICANTS**: (Complete and/or upload the following documents to your NTN account)
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NTN Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ)
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Copy of Driver’s License
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Copy of Birth Certificate
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Copy of OPOTA Certificate (if applicable)
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College Diploma (If applicable) - Eligible for an additional 5 points added to the candidate's weighted test score with a Bachelor's or Master's degree and 3 points if the candidate possesses an Associate's degree.
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Military Experience – DD 214 (if applicable) or proof showing to be a current Reservist - Eligible for an additional 10 points added to the candidate's weighted test score with proof of Honorable Discharge and 5 additional points for those candidates who are a current military reservist.
Contact Information: Email Sergeant Zac Scurlock at [email protected]
Special Requirements
Age: 21 (not yet 36 years old) at the time of appointment. If currently serving as a full-time sworn police officer in the State of Ohio (or served as a full-time sworn police officer within 1 year prior to appointment), then current age shall be reduced by the number of years served as a full-time sworn officer in the State of Ohio. US Citizen: Yes or otherwise authorized to work in the United States High School Grad/GED: Yes Valid OHIO State Driver's License: Yes (or able to obtain a valid Ohio license by time of appointment) Ability to Read/Speak English: Yes Vision: Corrected to 20/20 College: Not required (Additional points may be added to scores for applicants who possess a college degree or equivalent college credit. Additional points will ONLY be added if the applicant passes the written examination with the minimum passing grade and provides documentation.) Academy Certification: Not required (Must be OPOTA certified by appointment) Prior Experience: Not required Necessary Certifications: Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy certificate is required prior to appointment. The Division of Police may sponsor the selected candidate through an OPOTA academy. Schooling Prior and Post Hiring: OPOTA Certified
Miscellaneous Information
The Grandview Heights Division of Police will conduct thorough background checks as part of its pre-employment process of any candidates whose competitive test scores result in them being named to the eligibility list. The background check will include but not be limited to a review of previous employment, a criminal background check including a truth verification examination, and driving history.
