Canton Police Officer

City of Canton•Canton, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

A Patrol Officer shall be responsible through intermediate supervision to the Commanding Officer of the Patrol Shift for efficient operation of their assignment in conformance with established procedures and policies. The Patrol Officer shall exercise authority with the obligations imposed upon them by oath of office and be accountable to their superior officers, promptly obeying legitimate orders. The Police Officer’s area(s) of responsibility shall provide for the prevention and suppression of crime, and the protection of life and property. Apprehension and prosecution of offenders, preservation of regulatory measures, and preservation of peace. The individual shall maintain arms and equipment in a functional, presentable condition and shall conduct him/herself in accordance with high ethical standards, both on and off duty. The City of Canton Police Department (CPD) is seeking individuals who wish to make a positive impact within the community they serve. CPD desires officers who will be community-oriented and encourages all to apply, with an increased emphasis on women and other minorities. The City of Canton Police Department strives to staff our Forces with Officers that mirror the Community for which we serve. The Canton Police Department has approximately 170 Officers and 30 non-sworn personnel who are active in many facets of policing and are progressive in seeking the latest in training to complete our mission of serving the Hall of Fame City.

Requirements

Applicants MUST submit all required documents with their application including: Valid driver's license, High School Diploma or GED equivalent, College degree or transcripts if applicable ( may submit in lieu of high school diploma or GED), DD-214 if applicable, Active Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) Certification if applicable.
U.S. citizens or possess a valid permanent resident card.
Age Limit: 21 to 39. NO OFFICERS SHALL BE APPOINTED AFTER THEIR 40TH BIRTHDAY. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS.
Must have a high school diploma or possess a G.E.D.
Must possess a valid driver’s license issued by your state of residence.
Ability to Read/Speak English.
Must be able to distinguish primary colors.
An applicant who has been convicted of a felony is ineligible for this position.
Passing score on the written exam is 70%.
The written examination will count as 100% of your total grade and will cover the following subjects: math, reading comprehension, grammar, logical thinking, map reading, spatial reasoning, attention to detail, police knowledge, matching skills, and Microsoft Suite.
The physical fitness test is pass/fail.
APPLICANTS MUST PASS BOTH COMPONENTS.
Documentation must be submitted when applicant applies to receive bonus credit.
An applicant must pass both test components in order to receive any bonus credit.
Candidates will be subjected to a confidential background investigation, including, but not limited to, a criminal record check and a driving record check.
Position is subject to a physical evaluation, drug test, and psychological evaluation.

Nice To Haves

College degree or transcripts if applicable ( may submit in lieu of high school diploma or GED)
Active Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) Certification if applicable
College degree or transcripts
Associate or Bachelor’s degrees (bonus will be added to your entrance exam)
Active OPOTA certification (do not need to take the physical fitness test)
Completed and passed the written exam within the last year (do not need to retake the written exam)
Associate degree in law enforcement or criminal justice: 5% bonus
Bachelor's degree: 10% bonus
Military Service: 15-20% bonus
Active OPOTA certification: 20% bonus

Responsibilities

Efficient operation of their assignment in conformance with established procedures and policies.
Exercise authority with the obligations imposed upon them by oath of office and be accountable to their superior officers, promptly obeying legitimate orders.
Familiarize themselves with administrative policy and by study and research become familiar with advance techniques and ideas designed to improve police performance.
Provide for the prevention and suppression of crime, and the protection of life and property.
Apprehension and prosecution of offenders, preservation of regulatory measures, and preservation of peace.
Maintain arms and equipment in a functional, presentable condition.
Conduct him/herself in accordance with high ethical standards, both on and off duty.
Coordinate all efforts with those of other members of the department so that their teamwork may ensure continuity of purpose and maximum achievement of Police objectives.