Job Information

HURON POLICE DEPARTMENT
417 MAIN STREET
HURON, OHIO 44839
(419)433-6848

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Updated: August 17, 2023

Job Classification: Police Officer

The City of Huron in Huron, Ohio is accepting candidates for full-time police officers. Lateral transfer candidates as well as new academy graduates are welcome.

Candidates should complete the department application here.

Salary Information: Depending on experience, salary range from $46,654 to $69,347

Summary of Duties: Under general supervision, protects life and property within municipal limits of the City of Huron, Ohio; patrols areas of city as assigned; enforces Codified Ordinances of the City of Huron and the Ohio Revised Code; investigates citizen calls for service; testifies in court of law as needed. Reports to officer in charge or a Sergeant.

Position Type: Full-time

Lateral Transfers will be able to carry over limited vacation time

Closing Date: City of Huron Applications will be accepted until filled

Qualifications:

Non-Lateral Applicants for the position of police officer shall meet the following at the time of application and appointment:

OPOTA Certified
Candidates must take the Frontline National exam through NTN and complete the Candidate PHQ (Personal History Questionnaire) National Testing Network Link
Must pass background investigation, polygraphy examination, psychological examination, physical examination, oral interview(s), pre-employment drug screening, fitness for duty, and physical agility examinations
Valid State of Ohio Driver's License
Must have an acceptable driving record
Must be 21 years or older
Must possess a high school diploma or GED

Lateral Transfer Applicantsfor the position of police officer shall meet the following at the time of application and appointment:

Applicant must have been employed by an Ohio political subdivision as a full-time police officer or Ohio State Highway Patrol Trooper
Applicant must be OPOTA or Ohio State Trooper certified
Applicant must be appointed prior to applicant’s 39^th birthday, however, full-time police experience in Ohio will be allowed for each full-time year so served past 39 years of age.
Must pass background investigation, polygraph examination, psychological examination, physical examination, oral interview(s), pre-employment drug screening, fitness for duty and physical agility
All department probationary periods shall apply
Seniority shall be based on date of hire with the City of Huron
Valid State of Ohio Driver's License
Must have an acceptable driving record

Department Overview: We are located on the shores of Lake Erie, with a population increase during the summer months. We area progressive, well trained agency striving to provide the best possible service to our community. Community Oriented Policing is our philosophy and we receive strong support from the citizens of Huron.

City Information: Huron is located in Erie County on the shores of Lake Erie, making Huron a Great Lakes Place. The city of Huron is a progressive small town with all the amenities of a larger city. We have a public boat launch (free of charge), a city owned and operated marina, several private marinas, several parks, and a premier youth baseball/softball facility, just to list a few of the many great features in the city of Huron.

Population: Appx. 7,500

Job Requirements

Age:
21

Citizenship Required:
Yes

High School Grad / GED:
Yes

Driver's License:
Yes

Ability to Read/Speak English:
Yes

Vision:
Correctible to 20/20

College:
Preferred, not required (paid incentive based on degree)

Academy Certification:
Yes, the Ohio Peace Officers Training Academy Certification or able to obtain said certification prior to appointment.

Prior Experience:
Not required

Necessary Certifications:
OPOTA certification or the ability to obtain certification prior to appointment.

Hiring Process:

Written Test – NTN
Physical Agilities Test
Interviews

Disqualifiers:

Prior Felony Drug Conviction
Dishonesty
Poor Driving Record
Prior Drug Use to the extent that it would, in the opinion of the Huron Police Department have a detrimental affect on the ability to perform the necessary functions of a Police Officer.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Drives a police vehicle, patrolling a designated area.
Reports unsafe conditions, such as obstructions in streets.
Issues citations or written warnings for violations of Traffic Laws. Makes arrests, sometimes requiring the use of physical effort.
Transports prisoners.
Investigates accidents, determining conditions, causes and other pertinent facts regarding the accident.
Conducts investigations of crimes, preserves crime scenes, gathers and preserves evidence.
Checks doors and windows of homes and businesses for security.
Testifies in court.
Assists injured persons, notifies families of injury or death.
Answers inquiries; assists stranded motorists.
Looks for and investigates conditions or situations which may indicate a crime is about to be or has been committed.
Maintains records and prepares reports of incidents and activities. Takes statements from witnesses and suspects.
Secures warrants.
Where juveniles are involved, interviews parents, appears in court, and works with school authorities.
Directs and regulates traffic.
Attends neighborhood meetings to address and evaluate the concerns of the citizens.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School Diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent certificate, with a strong preference for a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice, Police Science, Criminology, Government, Political Science, Public Administration or other relevant field, or equivalent combination or education, training, and experience that would allow the incumbent to demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Thorough knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local Laws related to Law Enforcement.**
Thorough knowledge of Law Enforcement methods, principles, practices, and procedures.**
Extensive knowledge of safety practices and procedures.**
General knowledge of municipal government structure and process.**
Skill in the use of authorized firearms.**

Good interpersonal and human relations skills. Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to understand and carry out detailed oral and written instructions. Ability to exercise sound reasoning and good judgment.
General knowledge of principles, processes, practices, and methods related to Community Oriented Policing.
Ability to recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action.
Ability to interpret and apply principles, concepts, methods, laws, ordinances, and techniques to field conditions.
Ability to recognize, analyze, and define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and initiate appropriate corrective actions.
Ability to organize and prioritize daily tasks and activities.
Ability to use proper research and investigative methods, techniques, and practices in gathering data.
Ability to calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages.
Ability to gather, collate, and classify information and data regarding people, places, events, and activities.
Ability to prepare clear, concise, complete, and accurate reports, and complete and maintain accurate records.
Ability to copy records precisely without error and to maintain accurate records.
Ability to use personal computer to enter data and produce reports.
Ability to work alone on most tasks. Ability to cooperate with co-workers on group efforts.
Ability to establish and maintain a good rapport with the public.
Ability to handle routine and sensitive inquiries from, and contact with the public.
Ability to maintain confidentiality in the handling of sensitive events and issues.
Ability to communicate with the public, peers, superiors, and other City Officials and employees in an effective, tactful, and courteous manner.
Ability to resolve complaints from angry citizens in an effective, tactful, and courteous manner.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors and peers.

**May be developed or acquired after appointment.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to demonstrate physical strength and dexterity in the use of hands and feet.
Ability to sit for long periods of time.
Ability to walk and stand on a regular basis, sometimes for long periods at a time.
Ability to safely and effectively operate a motor vehicle.
Ability to safely, accurately, and effectively discharge authorized firearms in the line of duty.
Must be physically capable of successfully performing the essential job functions of the Police Officer position and be free of medical conditions that would preclude one from successfully performing said functions or would pose a direct threat to the health or safety of oneself or others.
Visual acuity must be correctable to 20/20 and vision must be free of color deficiencies that would preclude one from performing the essential job functions or would pose a direct threat to the health or safety of oneself or others.
Ability to use appropriate degree and type of restraint and force to enforce laws and apprehend suspects.
Ability to operate various motor vehicles and equipment in a safe, effective, and responsible manner at high rates of speed and in adverse weather conditions.
Ability to meet such physical requirements as may be established by competent authority, including mobility, dexterity, agility, and strength requirements.
Ability to work safely and effectively in all types of weather conditions and under all types of adverse, life threatening situations.
Ability to use authorized firearms, handcuffs, baton, taser, flashlight, spotlights, police radio, radar units, and other regular and special police equipment in an appropriate, safe and effective manner.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid Ohio Peace Officer Certification as issued by the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission.
Ability to acquire and maintain certification (pursuant to state standards) for the operation of authorized on-duty and off-duty firearms.
Minimum of twenty-one (21) years of age at the time of appointment.
Possession of a valid Ohio Driver’s License at the time of appointment and throughout employment with the city of Huron Police Department.
Ability to be insured by the city of Huron insurance carrier at the time of appointment and throughout employment with the city of Huron Police Department.
Must be a United States Citizen.
Background must be free of prior Felony convictions.
Successful completion of all phases of the Selection Process prior to appointment.
Regular and punctual attendance is regarded as an essential requirement of this position.
Compliance with training directives established by supervisory/managerial personnel.
Adherence to all applicable Federal and State safety laws, rules, and regulations and City of Huron safety policies and procedures.

EEO:

The Huron Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Huron Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer that supports the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and will respond to reasonable requests for job accommodations and take reasonable action to employ qualified individuals with disabilities. The Huron Police Department is committed to making reasonable, sustained, and diligent efforts to identify and consider such individuals for employment and for possible advancement opportunities arising during employment.

It is the sworn duty of all law enforcement officers to uphold the constitutional rights of all individuals. The Huron Police Department strictly prohibits any retaliatory action against an employee for opposing a practice which he or she believes to be discriminatory. This includes the filing of an internal complaint or the filing of a complaint with a state or federal civil rights enforcement agency.

Non-discrimination and EEO are the policy of this agency. All applicants for employment and employees will be provided equal terms and conditions of employment regardless of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran status, military status, or disability.

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