Police Officer 2

Ohio State Highway Patrol's Mission

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

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.

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.

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; valid driver's license. 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 Skill: Law Enforcement

Technical Skill: Public Safety

Professional Skill: Responsiveness

TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT REQUIRED TO REMAIN IN THE CLASSIFICATION AFTER EMPLOYMENT: Satisfactory completion of mandated topics with Ohio Peace Officer Training Council. Must maintain physical requirements as established by agency (e.g. periodic fitness tests or physicals).

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

This position may be filled by a layoff or certification eligibility list.

This position will be filled in accordance with the applicable bargaining agreement.

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.

This position is subject to Federal Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) regulations that prohibit someone to carry, transport, or otherwise possess firearm(s) and/or ammunition from using or consuming marijuana in any form, including recreational marijuana, Ohio adult use cannabis, medical marijuana, or otherwise. As a result, the presence of marijuana in a drug test, even if used in accordance with Ohio Law, will be a positive drug test result which could result in denial of employment.

This position is identified as safety sensitive and is subject to random drug & alcohol testing in accordance with DPS 501.24.

Background Information

A BCI/FBI fingerprint 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 Department of Public Safety - Ohio State Highway Patrol

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 below.

Report in locations:

1970 West Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43223

1583 Alum Creek Driver, 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

1 Capitol Square, Columbus, OH 43215

What You'll Do as a Police Officer 2 :

Patrols grounds & buildings on foot & in car, 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, carries firearms &/or apprehends & arrests violators, files affidavits, serves warrants & testifies in court as required; Investigates complaints, conducts criminal & accident investigations, makes inquiries, documents findings & communicates with general public regarding sensitive issues.

Performs variety of service functions (e.g., performs security duty at special events, 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 & telephone, files & types reports; plans daily duties for self & others to include fire drills, vehicle inspections, fire extinguisher inspections & other safety/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.