Police Officer

City of Dayton•Dayton, OH

About The Position

This is general duty police work performing a wide variety of public and protective services to the general citizens of the City of Dayton. An employee in this class is responsible for apprehending criminals, performing conflict resolution, public assistance, traffic regulations, crime prevention, public education and related public service and protection duties. Incumbent shall perform work duties characterized by an element of personal danger which at times will require the exercising of considerable independent judgment in meeting emergencies. General supervision is received from a superior officer and specific assignments are executed in accordance with established rules and procedures. Work is reviewed through reports, inspections, and observation of results obtained. Assists persons and members of the community who require care or services such as: injured, missing, lost, and/or suffering from alcohol or drug addiction, mental illness, or emotional disturbances to find medical attention. Investigates persons and establishments suspected of being engaged in gambling, illegal sale of liquor and narcotics, prostitution and related vice activities. Investigates the operation of establishments for compliance with laws and ordinances. Answers calls for service involving disturbances, property crimes, traffic problems, alarm calls, or any other hazards involving public safety taking all necessary policy action. Patrols a designated area of the City on foot, motorcycle, bicycle, or cruiser car to prevent and discover the commission of crime and to enforce traffic and parking regulations; operates speed detection equipment; serves warrants. May act as driver in emergency cars and ambulances; administers first-aid. Interviews crime victims and witnesses; writes crime reports; appears in court to present evidence and testify against persons accused of crimes. Photographs and fingerprints prisoners; interviews prisoners to obtain identifying information; processes crime scenes by taking photographs and collecting fingerprint evidence; and conducts criminal record checks. Upon assignment as traffic accident investigator, takes photographs and makes diagrams of accident scenes; gathers and preserves evidence; interviews witnesses and investigates hit and run cases.

Requirements

High School Diploma or G.E.D.
Must have satisfactorily completed the required law enforcement training curriculum of the State of Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission (OPOTC).
At the time of appointment to Dayton Police Officer: No more than one year shall have passed since completing the OPOTC training OR If previously serving as a sworn Ohio law enforcement officer, applicant must not have more than a one year break in service.
Officers who are offered employment may be required to attend and successfully complete an abbreviated training with the Dayton Police Department upon hire.
Must be 21 years old on or before the day of completion of the Dayton Police Academy.
Applicants must not have reached their 69th birthday by date of appointment to Dayton Police Officer.
Must have satisfactorily completed the required law enforcement training curriculum of a Peace Officer Basic Training Academy, as set forth by the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission (OPOTC).
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain LEADS access.
Must have a valid driver's license at time of appointment and maintain as a condition of employment.
Must be of good moral character and be able to pass an extensive background investigation including a polygraph test.
Persons convicted of a felony are not eligible for positions in the sworn forces of the Police Department (even if such conviction has been sealed or expunged).
Must not have any misdemeanor convictions for Domestic Violence unless the conviction has been expunged or set aside, with the exception of those who have as a condition of pardon, expungement or restoration of civil rights, been expressly barred from possessing or receiving firearms.
Any Police Officer applicant who, 3 years or less prior to the first day of applications, has ever illegally possessed, knowingly used, sold, or distributed any “controlled substance” or abused, sold, or distributed a “dangerous drug” as defined by State of Ohio law may be disqualified.
Must be able to meet any and all Ohio Administrative Code or Ohio Revised Code provisions that govern the ability to attend Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy courses and the ability to possess or receive firearms.
Any visible tattoo that is deemed offensive, profane, or objectionable shall be covered while performing any police related duty or function. Neck or tattoos on the back of the head must not be visible from the front and must have the ability to be covered. All tattoos meeting the above criteria will be examined for approval on a case by case basis. Facial tattoos are prohibited on all sworn officers.
No body piercing can be worn where they will be visible to the public. No gauge earrings are permitted.
Ability to analyze situations quickly and objectively and to determine proper courses of action.
Ability to react quickly and calmly under emergency conditions.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to develop skill in the use and care of firearms.
Working knowledge of English and spelling.
Ability to write legibly.
Ability to cope with stressful situations firmly, courteously, tactfully and with respect for the rights of citizens.
Ability to interact with the public and to obtain and give necessary information.
Good general intelligence and emotional stability.
Ability to meet such specific physical, experience and other requirements as may be established by a competent authority.
Must have the ability to test within the 50th percentile or better on the Cooper Fitness Standards (or other such prescribed fitness standards as determined necessary by the City Administration and the Civil Service Board) for the duration of employment and as a condition of employment.
Vision without correction must be a minimum of 20/100 in EACH eye. Corrected vision must be a minimum of 20/40 or better, in EACH eye. Must not be colorblind.
Candidates will be required to pass a nicotine screening. Newly hired employees must remain tobacco and nicotine free as a condition of continued employment.

Responsibilities

Apprehending criminals
Performing conflict resolution
Public assistance
Traffic regulations
Crime prevention
Public education
Assist persons and members of the community who require care or services such as: injured, missing, lost, and/or suffering from alcohol or drug addiction, mental illness, or emotional disturbances to find medical attention
Investigates persons and establishments suspected of being engaged in gambling, illegal sale of liquor and narcotics, prostitution and related vice activities
Investigates the operation of establishments for compliance with laws and ordinances
Answers calls for service involving disturbances, property crimes, traffic problems, alarm calls, or any other hazards involving public safety taking all necessary policy action
Patrols a designated area of the City on foot, motorcycle, bicycle, or cruiser car to prevent and discover the commission of crime and to enforce traffic and parking regulations; operates speed detection equipment; serves warrants
May act as driver in emergency cars and ambulances; administers first-aid
Interviews crime victims and witnesses; writes crime reports; appears in court to present evidence and testify against persons accused of crimes
Photographs and fingerprints prisoners; interviews prisoners to obtain identifying information; processes crime scenes by taking photographs and collecting fingerprint evidence; and conducts criminal record checks
Upon assignment as traffic accident investigator, takes photographs and makes diagrams of accident scenes; gathers and preserves evidence; interviews witnesses and investigates hit and run cases