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FAIRFIELD, CITY OF 5350 PLEASANT AVENUE FAIRFIELD, OHIO 45014 513-896-8145 https://www.fairfield-city.org/
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Updated: April 08, 2025
Position Title: Police Officer
Currently Offering a $5,000 signing bonus to eligible candidates!
Those who have already completed the Academy and are eligible to become a certified peace officer in the State of Ohio, prior to their date of hire, are eligible to receive a signing bonus. The $5,000 signing bonus will be paid upon successful completion of the probationary period. Proof of completion of the Academy and certification from OPOTA that they are eligible to become a certified peace officer in the State of Ohio will be required if hired. After receiving the signing bonus, the employee will be required to continue his/her employment within the City of Fairfield for two (2) years from the end of the probationary period.
Salary Information: OPOTA certified police officers may be hired at a pay service step commensurate with his/her skills, knowledge, abilities, and years of equivalent service.
Beginning Police Officer with OPOTA certification - $70,200
Police Officer with one year of prior experience - $76,876
Police Officer with two years of prior experience - $83,304
Police Officer with three years of prior experience - $90,334
The City of Fairfield is currently accepting applications for the position of Police Officer. A Civil Service exam will be given through the National Testing Network and used as the initial step to establish an Eligibility List.
Applicants must apply online at www.fairfield-city.org and take the NTN test, achieving a passing result, to be placed on the Ranking List. This is a continuous process; applicants will be notified when a deadline has been established and a Ranking List will be compiled.
In accordance with the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement, Officers shall reside within Butler County or any contiguous county in the State of Ohio, (i.e., Preble County, Montgomery County, Warren County, and Hamilton County) as well as in Clermont County, Ohio, Dearborn County, Indiana, Franklin County, Indiana, or Union County Indiana.
Department Overview: The Fairfield Police Department consists of 66 sworn officers who respond to more than 30,000 calls for service annually. The members of the Fairfield Police Department are committed to resolving community concerns through effective use of problem-solving and communication skills.
The patrol officers are augmented by an investigations section, full-time school officers, three canine officers, and bike patrol officers. The Fairfield Police Department also has a complement of officers assigned to a regional SWAT and an officer on a regional drug task force.
In addition to sworn personnel, the Fairfield Police Department employs a civilian work force that provides a variety of support services to police officers and the community.
The police department operates out of a modern facility and enjoys outstanding community support.
Area Information: Located in Butler County, about 20 miles north of Cincinnati, the City of Fairfield is home to 44,900 residents. It is situated along the northern loop of I-275, conveniently positioned within minutes of a variety of recreational, cultural, and business areas.
Population: 44,000
Academy Certification: Preferred prior to appointment, but not required. If hired without certification, we will pay the cost of the Academy and pay the employee $3 less per hour than the starting rate of entry-level certified Police Officer.
Job Requirements
Age : Minimum age of 21 at the time of the exam and not eligible for original appointment on or after his/her thirty-fifth (35th) birthday unless you have prior service in the Ohio Police & Fire Pension Fund or prior service as a Law Enforcement Officer which is eligible for service credit transfer to OP&F. See website www.fairfieldoh.gov for full job posting & full details on age limit restrictions.
Citizenship Required : Yes
High School Grad/GED : Yes
Valid OHIO Driver's License : Yes
Ability to Read/Speak English : Yes
Vision : Corrected to 20/20
College : Associate Degree in Criminal Justice and/or State of Ohio Basic Peace Officer Training Certificate preferred
Academy Certification : Preferred prior to appointment, but not required.
Prior Experience : Not Required
Hiring Process :
· Written Exam
· Physical Agility
· Oral Exam
· Background Investigation
· Voice Stress Analysis
· Interview with Police Chief & Staff
· Interview with City Manager
· Psychological Examination
· Physical & Drug Screen
Specific Disqualifiers/Behaviors : Each candidate is rated on a case-by-case basis. ORC 737.052 precludes appointment with a felony conviction.
