Police Officer - Application and Resume October 2026

City of Dublin•Dublin, OH

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Dublin Police Department is hiring Police Officers, welcoming both lateral transfers and people new to law enforcement. The department follows a Community-Oriented Policing philosophy, emphasizing community service, problem solving, and regular interaction with residents to address local concerns. Officers may work in Patrol, the Detective Bureau, the Community Impact Unit, or the Community Education Unit as school resource officers. The department also offers ancillary assignments, including background investigations, bicycle patrol, community liaison, defensive tactics instruction, drone piloting, field training, range instruction, recruitment, traffic accident investigation, and surveillance. The City supports professional development and offers opportunities for a diverse law enforcement career. Under the direct supervision of a Lieutenant, a Police Officer patrols an assigned area, enforces state laws and city ordinances, responds to suspected crimes and emergencies, prevents crime, apprehends suspects, maintains public safety, and assists citizens. Officers investigate crimes and accidents, preserve crime scenes and evidence, take statements, secure warrants, make arrests, transport prisoners, issue traffic citations, testify in court, maintain records, prepare reports, and attend neighborhood meetings. Officers also perform other related duties as assigned by supervisory personnel and are expected to model the department’s core values, including integrity, respect, communication, teamwork, accountability, positive attitude, dedication to service, professionalism, and commitment. The City will sponsor academy tuition for uncertified new hires, who receive full pay and benefits while attending a State-certified Basic Peace Officer training program. Lateral applicants must provide proof of OPOTA certification. The position is classified as non-exempt and eligible for formal overtime compensation and/or compensatory time. The projected start date is April 2027. Applicants must complete all phases of the selection process, including an application, structured panel interview, physical fitness assessment, record check, background investigation, Chief’s interview, polygraph examination, psychological evaluation, medical examination, and drug test.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent certificate.
At least 21 years of age by April 2027 and under age 45 by April 2027, subject to the stated exception for applicants previously appointed as sworn peace officers by another appointing authority.
Valid Ohio driver’s license at appointment.
U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident.
No prior felony convictions.
Uncertified applicants must successfully enter and complete a State-certified Basic Peace Officer training program; lateral transfers must provide proof of OPOTA certification.
Conflict-resolution and time-management skills; ability to recognize, analyze, and define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
Ability to organize and prioritize tasks; use appropriate research and investigative methods; and prepare clear, concise, complete, and accurate reports and records.
Self-motivation and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to establish and maintain rapport with the public and communicate effectively, tactfully, and courteously with the public, peers, supervisors, City officials, and employees.
Ability to maintain confidentiality when handling sensitive events, issues, and public inquiries.
Physical ability to perform essential job functions and freedom from medical conditions that would prevent safe performance or pose a direct threat to oneself or others.
Correctable visual acuity of 20/20 and vision free of color deficiencies that would prevent performance of essential functions or pose a direct threat.
Ability to meet the physical fitness entrance standards set by the City-selected academy.
Successful completion of all selection-process phases, including the application, structured panel interview, physical fitness assessment, record check, background investigation, Chief’s interview, polygraph examination, psychological evaluation, medical examination, and drug test.
Establish and maintain a primary residence in a county within the Police Department’s jurisdiction or a contiguous county: Franklin, Delaware, Union, Morrow, Marion, Hardin, Logan, Champaign, Madison, Pickaway, Fairfield, Licking, or Knox.
Ability to acquire and maintain LEADS and NCIC certification.
Ability to acquire and maintain state-standard certifications for operating on-duty and off-duty firearms, including shotgun, AR-15, 9mm, or .40-caliber handgun.
Comply with supervisory and managerial training directives and applicable safety laws, rules, regulations, and City policies and procedures.
Regular and punctual attendance.
Demonstrate relevant competencies including composure, sound and timely decision-making, listening, customer focus, adaptability to ambiguity, patience, problem solving, prioritization, teamwork, and approachability.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Police Science, Criminology, Government, Political Science, Public Administration, or another relevant field is strongly preferred.
Prior law enforcement experience may qualify applicants for advanced step placement.

Responsibilities

Patrol a designated area and ensure compliance with applicable state laws and city ordinances.
Respond to calls involving suspected crimes or emergencies; take steps to prevent crime, apprehend suspects, maintain safety, and assist citizens.
Direct and regulate traffic, assist stranded motorists and injured persons, and notify families of injuries.
Investigate accidents and determine relevant conditions, causes, and facts.
Investigate crimes, preserve crime scenes, and gather and preserve evidence.
Identify and investigate conditions or situations that may indicate a crime is about to occur or has occurred.
Take statements from witnesses and suspects.
Secure warrants, make arrests, and transport prisoners.
Issue citations for traffic-law violations and testify in court.
Maintain records and prepare reports of incidents and activities.
Attend neighborhood meetings to address and evaluate residents’ concerns.
Perform other related duties, tasks, and assignments as directed by supervisory personnel.
Model the department’s established core values and comply with applicable training, safety, and operational requirements.

Benefits

Premium-free medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy benefits.
Ohio Police and Fire Pension Plan.
Special-duty rate of 65% above Step Four or $90.00 per hour.
Employer-provided life insurance.
Employee Assistance Program and Peer Support Program.
Excellent promotional opportunities.
Tattoos and facial hair permitted.
On-site fitness equipment and range.
Vacation of 80 to 246 hours per year based on years of service, sick leave, personal leave, and 11 paid holidays.
Opportunity to earn up to 160 hours of compensatory time.
Ancillary-duty and committee-involvement opportunities.
Paid training and professional development opportunities.
Employer contributions to a Health Savings Account or Health Reimbursement Account, up to $1,875 per year for employee-only coverage and up to $3,750 per year for family coverage.
Dublin Community Recreation Center membership.
Full pay and benefits while academy-sponsored new hires attend training.
Formal overtime compensation and/or formal compensatory time.