Police Officer - Lateral

The City of Zanesville•Zanesville, OH

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Zanesville Police Department is currently accepting applications for Lateral Transfers for Police Officers. This position is for experienced law enforcement officers who are currently employed and OPOTA Certified in Ohio. The department offers a competitive salary with incremental increases and a clear path to top pay, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Must be a US Citizen 21 years of age or older
Possess High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent
Possess a Valid Driver's License
Currently employed in a full-time or part-time law enforcement position
Law Enforcement Officer with a minimum of 1 year experience
Currently in PERS and/or OP & F pension system
Ohio Police Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) Certified
Pass a background check
Pass a polygraph exam
Pass a psychological exam
Pass a physical exam
Ability to document identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of original appointment as a condition of employment in compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act requirements.
Certification from Basic Police Officer Training School
State Motor Vehicle Operator’s License

Nice To Haves

Resume (optional)
Other relevant certificates (optional)
DD214 (if applicable)
Copy of OP & F or OPERS statement with Credit hours

Responsibilities

Patrols assigned area, on foot or in police vehicle, to serve citizens and enforce governing laws and city ordinances.
Serves the general public, offers assistance and maintains good public relations.
Conducts business and residential checks, and deters and detects unlawful activity.
Seeks abnormal conditions, inspects premises, checks suspicious persons and vehicles, and provides a law enforcement presence.
Maintains lookout for wanted persons or property, and maintains surveillance in problem areas.
Responds to and handles alarms and calls.
Apprehends and arrests suspects in violation of laws and ordinances.
Acts as a peace officer in situations requiring intervention and mediation such as fights, family disturbances, neighbor disputes, and other matters.
Handles citizen complaints concerning disturbances, juvenile problems, loud parties, and other problems.
Conducts criminal and accident investigations.
Collects and identifies evidence and questions victims and witnesses.
Prepares evidence for presentation in court, and testifies in court proceedings.
Directs traffic, and enforces traffic and parking laws.
Gives warnings and issues traffic citations.
Reports hazardous traffic conditions and abandoned or damaged vehicles and assists stranded motorists.
Attends parades and other public gatherings and maintains order in crowds.
Provides funeral and security escorts.
Serves subpoenas.
Summons medical help and provides first aid as necessary.
Completes arrest, criminal, accident and other police reports, and maintains daily activities log.
Maintains and improves individual police knowledge and skills.
Participates in training programs and conferences to learn new or revised regulations, policy or procedure.
Maintains current knowledge of laws and ordinances governing the city.
Learns effective use of equipment and investigative aids, and maintains skill in safe and effective use of firearms.
Transports suspects and witnesses to police headquarters, jail, court, and other locations.
May be assigned to the k-9 unit, handling and taking care of a police dog, and maintaining current working knowledge of dog handling requirements and court decisions.