Police Officer
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Description
The City of Oxford is seeking to establish an eligibility list for the position of fulltime Police Officer. This is a Classified position. Pay for lateral entry applicants will be based on years of fulltime police service with another agency up to 100 of the pay range for applicants with three or more years of qualifying service.
The exam will be administered through the National Testing Network at A minimum score of 70 is required to move forward.
Additional credit for education military service or City of Oxford service credit will be applied to passing scores in accordance with Rule V of the Classified Service Procedures and Personnel Appeals Board Rules and Regulations. Proof of additional credit must be turned in to the Human Resources Manager at within ten 10 business days of completion of the written examination deadline.
A High school diploma or equivalent is required; a bachelors degree in police science criminal justice psychology sociology or a related field and/or Certification as a Police Officer in the State of Ohio is preferred. Noncertified appointees must successfully complete certification requirements at the training academy assigned by the City of Oxford.
Must be 20.5 years of age prior to the date of examination.
Physical Fitness Test
The time and location for the physical fitness assessment will be provided after the application and written test phases have been completed. Police Division staff will administer the test and applicants will be required to sign a waiver to participate. This test will be pass/fail and does not contribute to the overall ranking list. Candidates who fail will be removed from the eligibility list.Link to physical fitness benchmarks.
Lateral entry candidates with at least three years of experience are not required to take the physical fitness test.
Interviews & Beyond
Candidates who are in the top five of the eligibility list will be interviewed and begin the background process. Additional interviews may be required. As candidates are excluded from the Eligibility List the next viable candidates may be interviewed. Candidates are removed from the eligibility list after one year.
Conditional Offer of Employment
The top five viable candidates on the Eligibility List will be recommended for hire. Once a conditional offer of employment is made candidates will continue in the background process which includes a polygraph examination psychological exam and medical exam.
Before You Apply
While we are very glad that you are interested in employment with the Oxford Police Division we think it is vitally important at the onset of this process to communicate to you the significance of our organizational values and how they play a role in hiring new employees. The screening process is multifaceted and will by necessity probe into your life experiences to make sure they align with our requirements. Your integrity and honesty (two of our key values) will be evaluated.
There are some life experiences that will automatically disqualify you from employment with the Oxford Police Division. The purpose of this letter is to provide an overview of these disqualifiers so that you can make an informed decision on whether to apply or to seek other employment. In addition we want to give you a little insight into our organization and one of the best ways to do that is to share our mission vision and value statements.
Disqualifiers:- Arrest and conviction of a felony.
- Arrest and conviction of a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude (e.g. theft).
- Arrest and conviction for domestic violence.
- Undetected crimes If you have perpetrated or been a party to a criminal act that has been undetected by any law enforcement agency that in the State of Ohio would be a felony offense a misdemeanor involving moral turpitude or domestic violence and that undetected crime is not revealed during the interview process but instead is disclosed as part of the polygraph examination the Oxford Division of Police will not consider you for employment.
- Not having a valid operators license.
- Driving record with multiple offenses an element of which is carelessness or disregard for other motorists/pedestrians.
- Arrest and conviction for OVI (Operating Vehicle under the Influence) more than one time.
- Arrest and conviction for OVI within the past five 5 years. If the OVI conviction occurred while a juvenile <18 years of age) within the past three 3 years.
- Usage of any illegal drug or the unlawful use of prescription within the past year.
- More than experimental usage of one or more of the following illegal substances during your lifetime: Hashish LSD any inhalant or the unlawful use of prescription .
- Selling illegally during lifetime.
Mission Statement
The Division of Police shall endeavor to promote a personalized proactive partnership between the police and the Oxford community to reduce fear and the incidence of crime and solve contemporary problems with the goal of improving the quality of life for all.
Vision Statement
Based on earned trust and confidence coupled with the highest standards of professionalism and accountability we envision a police division that totally embraces its values and is committed to working in partnership with our citizens to continually improve the quality of life in Oxford.
Values Statement
As members of the Oxford Police Division we value:- Integrity and honesty.
- Dignity and respect for all human beings.
- Loyalty and dedication to our community our department and our profession.
- Constitutional rights and wellbeing of all persons.
- Uncompromising commitment to our oath of office.
- The ideas and opinions of our citizens recognizing that their partnership is essential to the accomplishment of our mission.
Examples of Duties
POSITION FUNCTION
Responsible for the preservation of peace enforcement of the law prevention and detection of crimes and rendering service to the public.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS- Enforce City ordinances and State statutes.
- Patrol in assigned area of the City during a specified period in a motor vehicle or on foot.
- Investigate crime or suspicious conditions; watch for conditions affecting the safety of persons or property.
- Respond to complaints.
- Collect prepare and preserve evidence.
- Make court appearances; organize testimony for presentation in court.
- Serve warrants or summons.
- Accompany prisoners to jail or court; escort authorized personnel in the transport of money or other valuables.
- Direct traffic and assist motorists.
- Control crowds at public gatherings.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: ADDITIONAL EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED- Perform firstaid when needed.
- Prepare reports on accidents; file complaints on violations; complete other reports as needed.
- Visit homes schools businesses and civic groups to provide information on various law enforcement activities and to conduct communityoriented policing activities.
- May serve as acting shift supervisor in the absence of lieutenant or sergeant.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Typical Qualifications
REQUIRED SKILL SETS
OCCUPATIONAL / TECHNICAL SKILL SET- Knowledge of geography of City and surrounding area including roadways.
- Knowledge of principles and practices of law enforcement and police science.
- Knowledge of state laws and ordinances which govern the City of Oxford.
- Knowledge of the concepts and processes of the Ohio criminal justice system.
- Knowledge and skill to use radar breathalyzers computers and other standard equipment.
- Knowledge of recordkeeping report preparation filing methods and records management techniques.
- Knowledge and skill to use firearms and other weapons.
- Ability to handle multiple priorities and projects.
- Knowledge of effective time management techniques.
- Ability to read write and do basic mathematics.
- Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions.
- Ability to apply logical thinking to solve practical problems.
- Ability to understand and interpret complicated policies procedures and protocols.
- Ability to think clearly speak audibly and distinctly make decisions quickly and take effective action in emergency situations.
- Ability to demonstrate initiative and independent judgment.
- Ability to use correct English including spelling grammar punctuation and vocabulary.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
- Ability to prepare clear and concise reports correspondence and other written materials.
- Ability to use tact and diplomacy in the daytoday application of law enforcement.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with various individuals or groups.
- Ability to deal courteously and diplomatically with the general public.
- Ability to use tact and discretion.
- Ability to attend work as scheduled on a regular basis.
Supplemental Information
Employee has regular exposure to persons displaying irate angry or volatile behavior and emergency situations which expose the incumbent to a high degree of stress. Working time may require irregular hours and shift times.
Employee is regularly required to walk sit for long periods of time stand see use hands reach with hands and arms speak hear stoop kneel crouch or crawl and lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
The City of Oxford is an equal opportunity employer.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
