Employment

Please print, fill, and submit the following application to our office located at 406 E. Main St. Elida, OH 45807

Village of Elida Employment Application

Elida Police Dept Application

The Elida Police Department is looking for a responsible Police Officer to maintain law and order, protect members of the public and their properties, prevent crime and improve citizens’ quality of life. The goal is to achieve community safety and crime reduction.

Responsibilities

• Deter crimes and assure community through high-visibility policing
• Patrol assigned areas and monitor activities to protect people/property
• Respond to crimes and apprehend suspected law violators
• Observe and respond to various situations or emergencies
• Follow rules, guidelines and protocols set forth by the Elida Police Department
• Conduct initial investigations
• Gather evidence and ensure successful prosecutions
• Produce internal reports and provide feedback on case status
• Foster good public relationships and liaise with community groups or individuals
• Coordinate operations with other emergency services
• Attend and provide evidence in court

Skills

• Excellent knowledge of standard operating procedures, judicial procedures, civil and constitutional laws
• Knowledge and skills of law enforcement principles and practices
• Adequate interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to build effective working relationships
• Sound judgement along with effective decision making skills
• Conflict resolutions and problem solving skills
• Responsibility, dependability, honesty and integrity
• Willing to submit to criminal background checks
• Valid driving license
• Must have  current and valid OPOTA Certification
• Must be able to speak, write and understand the English language
• Must be legally in the United States
• Must not have been convicted of domestic violence or other crime(s) of violence

Job Type

Part-time

Pay

$18.00 per hour

Other

• Does not qualify you for vacation, sick or personal time
• Does not qualify you for medical, dental or vision benefits
• You will be entered into the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
• You will be eligible for a yearly wage increases
• You will be eligible for a yearly clothing allowance