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TRENTON POLICE DEPARTMENT
11 E. STATE STREET
TRENTON, OHIO 45067
5139886304
http://www.ci.trenton.oh.us

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Updated: February 13, 2025

TRENTON POLICE DEPARTMENT
11 E STATE STREET
TRENTON OHIO 45067
www.Trentonoh.gov

Updated: February 13, 2025

Job Classification: Police Officer – Entry Level

The Trenton Police Department is currently seeking candidates for full-time entry-level Police Officer. Entry level candidates must take the Frontline National exam through the National Testing Network (NTN) www.nationaltestingnetwork.com and submit an application packet. All online testing must be completed by Friday, February 21st, 2025. Application packets are available on the City of Trenton website at www.trentonoh.gov/jobs and in the Administrative offices of the City of Trenton. Packets include a City of Trenton application form and a personal history questionnaire. All documents must be completed and submitted no later than 3:00 PM on Friday, February 21, 2025, to be considered for any open position. Completed application packets may be submitted: 1) via email to: employment@trentonoh.gov or 2) in person or mailed to the Administrative offices of the City of Trenton at 11 E State St, Trenton OH 45067. Mailed packets must be received on or before the February 21, 2025 deadline to be considered.

Salary Information: (2025) $60,320 - $84,156 annually

Benefit Information: Comprehensive benefits package. College tuition available. All equipment provided.

Candidate Contact: Sgt. Sean Gill

513-428-0129

Sgill@trentonoh.gov

Department Overview: The Trenton Police Department is a progressive organization highly focused on training and development and consisting of 18 full-time officers, a full-time dispatch center, and numerous specialized assignments. We offer an on-site workout and training facility, a take-home cruiser program, modern uniforms and equipment with a 1k uniform allowance, and OPBA representation.

Area Information: Trenton covers approximately 5 square miles in Butler County, Ohio and is located between Middletown & Hamilton on State Route 73, approximately 20 minutes from Miami University-Oxford.

Population: Approximately 13,000

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: Must have corrected vision in both eyes to 20/20

Prior Experience: None

Hiring Process: Successful candidates must pass the NTN Frontline National Exam, an oral review panel, background investigation, drug and alcohol screening, medical exam, psychological exam, and polygraph exam.

Felony, Criminal Activity Disqualifiers: No felony or serious misdemeanor conviction
Driving Disqualifiers: Any DUI must be more than five (5) years old
Drug Use Disqualifiers: No felony drug use
Financial Disqualifiers: No bankruptcies in the past five (5) years

Wage and Benefits Information

Payroll: Bi-Weekly; direct deposit only

Probationary Period: Twelve (12) months from the date of hire

Performance Evaluations: Yearly after initial probationary period

Pay Increases: Base salary increase after one (1) year plus cost-of-living increases as reflected in union contract; annually thereafter based on performance evaluations

Holidays: Thirteen (13) paid holidays each year per OPBA contract

Health Insurance: Medical, hospitalization, pharmaceutical, dental, and vision insurance – City contribution 90%; employee contribution 10%. Paid insurance opt-out plan available.

Vacation Accrual: Based on years of service; starting at 80 hours per year

Sick Leave: 80 hours per year

Personal Leave: 32 hours per year

Life Insurance: City-provided $20,000 term coverage

Tax-Deferred Savings: Ohio Deferred Compensation option available

Pension Plan: Ohio Police and Fire Pension System – City contribution 19.5%; employee contribution 12.25%

Take-Home Cruiser: Assigned following successful completion of FTO Program and within parameters specified in department directive.

General Description

This is a highly responsible and at times stressful position that responds to requests from the public for police services, and from other law enforcement, fire, and EMS entities requesting assistance from the City of Trenton. Police officers perform under the general direction and supervision of the Chief of Police and the Lieutenant/Operations Commander and are also responsible to all Police Sergeants; however, extensive leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative due to both design and necessity. The nature of the work performed by the police department requires that all officers establish and maintain close cooperative working relationships with representatives of other public safety and law enforcement agencies, local business and industry representatives, other City staff, and the public. This position requires that officers perform and conduct themselves both on- and off-duty in a manner that does not damage or endanger the loss of trust with the public, their coworkers, and other public safety entities.

The Police Officer position requires general and varied duty police work in the protection of life and property through the enforcement of laws and ordinances. Work normally consists of routine patrol, preliminary investigation, traffic regulation, and investigative duties on an assigned shift, and involves an element of personal danger. Officers must be able to act without direct supervision and exercise independent judgment in responding to calls and meeting emergencies. Officers may receive special assignments based on specialized abilities, training, and/or knowledge. Officers may be required to assist other department personnel with interrogations, searches, and other related duties as assigned. Assignments and general and special instructions are received from a higher-ranking officer who reviews work methods and results through reports, personal inspection, and discussion.

Job Duties

· Observes and prevents violations of Federal and State laws and City of Trenton Ordinances

· Receives and responds to:

o Radio communications

o Complaints from citizens

o Emergency and non-emergency requests from service agencies and the public

o Information from other agencies

o Requests for assistance from other agencies and departments, including the City of Trenton’s Fire Department and Emergency Medical Services

· Obtains and records pertinent information in multiple formats and forms as required

· Performs queries, enters, clears, and cancels entries in multiple local, state, and national databases and report management systems

· Operates various office-type equipment as needed

· Completes required reports and takes affidavits

· Actively patrols the City of Trenton via vehicle and/or on foot

· Pursues suspects on foot as necessary; can include short runs and long distances requiring physical endurance; physically restrains and/or subdues suspects as necessary

· Conducts security checks on businesses and residential units

· Observes and apprehends violators of traffic laws and issues warnings and written citations

· Conducts or assists with investigations and/or responds to criminal and civil complaints, interviews witnesses, suspects, complainants, and victims, and makes arrests as required by law

· Collects, analyzes, and interprets data received at a crime scene and preserves evidence

· Operates law enforcement equipment and instruments such as a patrol car, radio, firearms and other weaponry, radar, breath analysis system, and related law enforcement tools

· Interviews and counsels parties in domestic disputes

· Serves official documents such as court orders, writs, citations, and subpoenas

· Testifies in court

· Properly uses and maintains all assigned equipment

· Performs civic functions by providing public education and crime prevention through various programs

· Attends training sessions, seminars, workshops, etc., to remain knowledgeable of current law and law enforcement practices and administration

· Works special details, e.g., City functions, local school events, parades, and festivals

· Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance

· Performs other related work as required and/or as assigned by a supervisor

Essential Skills, Knowledge, Abilities

· This position requires:

º Demonstrated ability to speak clearly and effectively

º Good general intelligence and emotional stability

º Willingness and ability to interact and cooperate with administrators, fire and EMS staff, dispatchers, other law enforcement, and the public

º Desire to learn and continuously increase and improve skills

º Ingenuity and inventiveness in the performance of assigned tasks

· This position requires the ability to:

º Cope with situations firmly, courteously, tactfully, and with respect for the rights of others;

º Analyze situations quickly and objectively, and determine a proper course of action to be taken;

º Understand and carry out oral and written instructions;

º Write, speak, and communicate effectively;

º Develop skill in the use and care of firearms and other weaponry and equipment as required;

º Complete routine forms accurately;

º Use the internet for applications appropriate to assigned duties, e.g., maps;

º Troubleshoot reported problems and resolve them in a quick, efficient, and safe manner;

º Learn quickly and put to use new skills and knowledge brought about by rapidly changing information;

º Prepare accurate documentation in a timely manner;

º Demonstrate physical strength, endurance, and agility; and

º Coordinate and perform multiple tasks with accuracy and speed under pressure and in, at times, life-and-death situations.

· This position requires prior knowledge of or the ability to learn:

º FCC rules and regulations;

º Local RMS, LEADS/NCIC computer operations;

º Public safety radio procedures;

º Police department policies and procedures;

º General safety practices and procedures;

º Public relations;

º Records management; and

º Program tasks, equipment, material, and procedures.

· This position requires prior skill in or the ability to learn the operation of:

º Multi-band base radio;

º LEADS computer terminal;

º Windows-based computer system using standard word processing, spreadsheets, and email;

º Department reporting system;

º City audio and video recording systems;

º City telephones system; and

º Various office equipment, e.g., copier, fax.

Physical/Mental Abilities and Work Environment

Work conditions vary by shift. Flexibility is important due to the need to frequently enter and exit vehicles, inspect buildings, climb over and around obstacles, suddenly move out of the way of danger, etc. Mental alertness is important due to the need to make fine discriminations and decisions concerning subtle cues of impending danger or to discover inconsistencies in witness or suspect testimonies. Physical and mental demands may change dramatically within a short space of time and tax the maximum of human endurance; therefore, all officers must maintain a physical and mental state of fitness and readiness that will enable them to handle recurring contacts and involvements with dangerous and potentially dangerous people, animals, and equipment with minimal force and often without backup. Officers may potentially be exposed to human blood and other body substances. Requires 24/7 scheduling availability and can require work in excess of 40 hours as necessary.

· Rarely: Few tasks require heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying heavy loads.

· Occasionally: Bending over, reaching overhead, repetitive hand motions, grasping, holding

· Frequently: Color distinction, sustained attention and concentration, fingering, reading, writing, visual inspection, and learning new tasks. Lifting (less than 10 lbs.).

· Constantly: Hand-eye coordination, sitting or standing, hearing, talking, remembering processes, maintaining focus, making timely decisions in the context of a workflow, and adhering to and applying established protocols in a timely manner.

· Work Environment – Conditions can and do often vary by shift. Many tasks are performed inside a climate-controlled building or from a police cruiser; however, many incidents and assigned tasks involve lengthy stays outdoors, during which, although equipped with appropriate uniform items and footwear, officers are often at the mercy of the weather.

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