Police Officer

About us

Department overview: Shawnee Township Police Department consists of 14 full-time officer positions. We also have part-time officers. We currently work on an eight-hour shift schedule. Our Department is organized with a Chief, three Sergeants, two Detectives, and eight full-time Officers. Two officers are assigned to the local high schools, Apollo & Shawnee, as School Resource Officers. We have our own full-time dispatch center. Shawnee Township is a drug free work place and an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Area information: Shawnee Township has 29.3 sq. miles, a population of 12,483 (2022 census). There is industry, rural and residential areas within the Township. The police department has a great working relationship with the high-quality schools and industry in the Township.

Job Overview:

We are currently seeking dedicated and motivated individuals to join our team as a Police Officers. As a Police Officer, you will play a crucial role in maintaining public safety and enforcing the law within the Shawnee Township community.

Lateral Candidates: Lateral hire wages can range up to $30.90 an hour with only three years of previous full-time law enforcement experience. Candidates can transfer up to 80 hours of sick time from previous employers. Upon completion of field training, lateral hires immediately receive 40 hours of vacation.

CLASS TITLE: Police Officer

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: In addition to the following, performs other related duties as required.

Under general supervision, enforces laws; assists in investigations; prepares and maintains police records; maintains personal and professional competence and awareness; performs clerical functions; and performs related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination of training and work experience which indicates possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities listed below. An example of an acceptable qualification for this position is:

• Completion of secondary education, training and experience involving considerable contact with the public.
• Must possess an Ohio Peace Officer Certification and a valid Ohio driver’s license.
• Must be 21 to 36 years of age if you are an initial hire. Lateral Transfers accepted at any age.

ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES OF THE CLASSIFICATION: The following duties are intended to depict tasks performed by this classification.

1. Enforces laws; patrols an assigned area, generally in patrol vehicle; testifies in court; makes security checks; issues warnings and citations; apprehends and arrests suspected law violators; transports and books prisoners; operates and utilizes law enforcement equipment and weapons; prepares reports relating to law enforcement duties; responds to domestic disturbances and reports of criminal activity; interviews witnesses, victims and suspects; directs traffic.

2. Assists in investigations; watches for stolen property and wanted or missing persons; communicates with witnesses, victims, suspects, prisoners, informants and criminals; assists in conducting investigations of crime, complaints and incidents to gather information and evidence; prepares investigative reports.

3. Prepares and maintains police records; prepares activity reports; retrieves documents and files; enters and retrieves information into and from computers.

4. Maintains personal and professional competence and awareness; maintains required certifications; attends professional education and training sessions, seminars and workshops; maintains required licenses.

5. Performs clerical functions; receives and responds to routine inquires in person or via telephone; provides assistance to general public; greets and directs visitors.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES necessary to perform duties (* indicates developed after employment).

Knowledge of: office practices and procedures; public relations; certification/licensure requirements; federal, state, and local laws; department policies and procedures; records preparation and management; courtroom procedures; law enforcement procedures and methods; arrest procedures; law enforcement equipment and weapons; interviewing; security practices and procedures; investigation techniques; data processing techniques and procedures; techniques of collection and preservation of evidence; surveillance techniques.

Skill in: motor vehicle operation; operation and care of firearms; computer operation.

Ability to: answer routine telephone inquires; develop and maintain effective working relationships; deal with many variables and determine specific action; interpret extensive variety of technical material in books, journals and manuals; prepare accurate documentation; communicate effectively; recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action; complete routine forms; carry out detailed but basic written or oral instructions; demonstrate physical agility; compile and prepare reports; apply principles to solve practical, everyday problems; define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions; demonstrate physical endurance; gather, collate and classify information about data, people or things; handle sensitive inquires from and contacts with officials and general public; maintain records according to established procedures; demonstrate manual dexterity; exercise independent judgment and discretion; understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, or regulations to specific situations.

EQUIPMENT OPERATED:

Police vehicle, radio, firearms, radar, camera, computer terminal, impact weapon, taser and mace (pepper spray).

LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Ohio Peace Officer Certification, valid Ohio driver’s license, and remain insurable on the Township’s insurance policy.

- Ability to pass a comprehensive background check, including criminal history, drug screening.

Join our team of dedicated professionals and make a difference in the lives of others as a Police Officer. Apply today!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.36 - $31.83 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• Overtime
• Rotating weekends
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Law enforcement: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• OPOTA Certificate (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Lima, OH 45804 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lima, OH 45804: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $32