Police Officer 1

Ohio State Highway Patrol's Mission: The Ohio State Highway Patrol provides unbiased, professional public safety services through inclusion, collaboration, and innovation.

What You'll Do as a Police Officer 1:

Ohio Department of Public Safety - Ohio State Highway Patrol

Report In Locations:

• 1970 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43223
• 1583 Alum Creek Drive, Columbus, OH 43209
• 717 East 17th Avenue, Columbus, OH 43211
• 77 South High Street, Columbus, OH 43215
• 30 East Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43215
• 30 West Spring Street, Columbus, OH 43215

THIS POSTING IS FOR APPLICANTS TO APPLY TO BE PLACED IN A POOL OF CANDIDATES TO BE CONSIDERED FOR FUTURE POSSIBLE OPENINGS AT THE LOCATIONS NOTED ABOVE.  

Individuals selected for hire and not OPOTA certified will be required to attend a 26 week training class located at the Ohio State Highway Patrol Academy in Columbus.

Assists state highway patrol officers in patrolling grounds & buildings on foot & in car (e.g., protects lives of consumers/clients visitors & employees; checks property for open doors, gates, windows, fires or other hazards; prevents crimes & enforces laws, rules & regulations; checks identity of persons on grounds & nature of business); Monitors traffic conditions & parking facilities to ensure efficient flow of traffic; Checks parking permits & issues traffic tickets as necessary; Assists other police officers in apprehending, arresting & processing criminal violators; Files affidavits; Serves warrants & subpoenas; Appears in court & testifies in criminal proceedings as required; Assists in conducting investigations of criminal or administrative nature & crash accidents; Makes inquiries, documents findings & communicates with general public regarding sensitive issues.  

Assists state highway patrol officers & performs security functions at special events (e.g., responds to emergencies & makes emergency runs in patrol car; escorts, protects & assists visitors; assists nursing, medical or direct care personnel in handling/restraining, transporting & checking curfew of aggressive consumers/clients) when requested.  

Performs routine administrative duties related to police work (e.g., keeps log of security conditions; writes unusual incident reports; answers telephone & relays messages via radio &/or telephone; files & types reports; performs vehicle inspections, fire extinguisher inspections & other safety &/or security inspection) & reviews changes in law enforcement & emergency procedures. 

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Formal education in arithmetic that includes fractions, decimals & percentages & in reading & writing English vocabulary; valid driver's license. Probationary period is one year. 

-Or possession of certificate having successfully completed approved basic peace officer training program or completion of 20 yrs. active duty as peace officer per Section 109.78 (D) of Ohio revised code for developmental disabilities & mental health facility employees. Probationary period is one year. Note: Applicant must be able to successfully perform Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training Program (OPOTC) Fitness Testing Entry Standards for New Recruits. 

Job Skills: Law Enforcement

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT REQUIRED TO REMAIN IN THE CLASSIFICATION AFTER EMPLOYMENT: Must successfully complete basic peace officer training & possesses a valid OPOTA Certification Training Certificate within one year from date of hire. Upon successful completion of basic peace officer training & one year of permanent service (i.e. completion of probationary period) shall be reassigned to Police Officer 2. Effective 1/1/89, all new hires must successfully complete basic peace officer training before carrying firearms or making arrests.

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: May work weekends & nights; works outside exposed to inclement weather; subject to call in emergency situations; exposed to unpredictable client behavior.

• This position is essential, meaning the duties this job performs are critical to the continued operations of the Ohio Department of Public Safety during a public safety emergency (OAC 123: 1-46-01 & DAS Directive HR-D11.) This position will be required to report for duty during any public safety emergency.
• All applicants who meet the required minimum qualifications will be required to pass a physical fitness assessment.
• All applicants must meet the required appearance standards for uniformed employees.

Background Information:

• A BCI and FBI fingerprint check, tax check and background check, including a polygraph examination, may be required on all selected applicants.
• A comparative analysis and/or drug-test may be a requirement of the hiring process. 

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.