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GAHANNA, CITY OF 460 ROCKY FORK BOULEVARD GAHANNA, OHIO 43230 (614)342-4455 http://www.gahanna.gov
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Updated: April 29, 2025
Job Classification: Police Officer
Testing for this position requires applying to the City of Gahanna job posting and is currently open by invitation only. Candidates that meet the minimum job requirements will receive notification from the City of Gahanna to either schedule testing or submit their scores if they have already taken the exam. Test scores will be accepted from exams taken between December 1, 2024, and June 7, 2025. If you have taken the NTN test previous to the job application opening on May 1, 2025, you can log into your NTN account and click on "Add Jobs" which is located under the Submit Your Scores To New Departments section. A small fee to submit through NTN may be required. You must submit your NTN score before the job application closing date in order to transfer your scores.
Candidates that do not apply to the City of Gahanna job posting will not be considered. For further information, please visit Join Our Team | Gahanna, OH
The City of Gahanna does not require a PAT (Physical Abilities Test) through NTN. PAT testing will be conducted by the City of Gahanna. Please review the Police Officer Applicant Packet and Hiring Standards information listed below before registering for the examination.
PATs are not administered at Columbus State Community College. If your application includes other NTN departments, you must test at a different NTN location to complete your PAT.
Salary Information:
Step 1 – $69,804.80
Step 2 – $79,102.40
Step 3 – $91,249.60
Step 4 – $114,379.20
Step 1 is the hiring rate for Police Officers. Lateral Transfer Information:
· OPOTA Certification and 2 years prior experience starts at Step 2.
· OPOTA Certification and 3 years of experience starts at Step 3.
· OPOTA Certification and 4+ years of experience starts at Step 4.
Benefit Information: Employees of the Division of Police receive competitive salary and benefits packages including:
· Opportunities for advancement and specialized positions after 5 years of service.
· Vacation and Sick leave accrual from date of hire.
· Excellent health insurance including medical, dental, life, vision and a health savings account with dollars provided by the City.
· Reduced health insurance premiums with wellness program and $400 incentive reimbursement.
· Free near site access to primary care and urgent care services for members and dependents.
· Secure State retirement system benefits and other retirement investment options.
· Member fitness center and physical fitness incentives.
· Career growth and enhancement with tuition reimbursement assistance.
· All uniforms and equipment provided with dry cleaning
· Superior entry-level and advanced training geared to success.
· New state of the art Communications Center and new Police Facility in progress.
Department Overview: The Gahanna Division of Police is a community-oriented, leading-edge law enforcement agency comprised of an authorized staff of 57 sworn officers in addition to several support staff members and reserve police officers.
City Information:
Named one of the ’Best Hometowns’ by Ohio Magazine, Gahanna offers 750+ acres of parkland, vibrant neighborhoods, opportunities for business growth and more!
Only eight miles from downtown Columbus and minutes away from the John Glenn Columbus International Airport, Gahanna is a choice location for business and leisure. With a strong emphasis on community, family and fun, Gahanna offers a wide variety of seasonal and special events.
The Gahanna Division of Police is comprised of 57 full-time sworn officers, 3 part-time sworn officers, 11 communications technicians, 6 reserve officers, and 6 civilian support staff members. The Division is divided into three subdivisions:
1) Field Services
2) Investigative Services
3) Support Services
Applicant Contact:
Human Resources Department hr@gahanna.gov
Gahanna Police Recruiting Officer police.recruiting@gahanna.gov Population: 35,000
Job Requirements
Age: 21
US Citizen: Yes
High School Grad/GED: Yes
Valid OHIO State Driver's License: Yes
Ability to Read/Speak English: Yes
Vision: Both eyes must have corrected vision of 20/30
Academy Certification: No. Ohio Police Officer Training Academy certificate or the ability to attend and successfully complete a police academy as required for appointment.
Prior Experience: No
Hiring Standards/Applicant Packet: Please review the City of Gahanna Applicant Packet which includes details
on the selection process and hiring standards for Police Officers. You are encouraged to review this information carefully. You will be contacted via email after applying at Join Our Team | Gahanna, OH inviting you to the NTN process.
You can access the Police Officer Applicant Packet which includes the Hiring Standards at the following link:
Join Our Team | Gahanna, OH
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