Job Information

WARRENSVILLE HEIGHTS POLICE DEPARTMENT
4743 RICHMOND ROAD
WARRENSVILLE HEIGHTS, OHIO 44128

Apply Now >

Bookmark: http://nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/fullJobDetails.cfm?agencyjobid=3031&jobid=1&agentid=1583

Updated: April 07, 2025

Position Title: Entry-level Police Officer
Salary Information:

First 6 months- $59,515
Second 6 months- $62,848
Next 12 months- $67,132
First Class Patrol Officer- $84,062

Benefit Information:

* $5,000 sign on bonus

Excellent training and equipment
12 hour shifts
Longevity pay
On-site fitness center,
Life insurance
Excellent medical dental and vision insurance
Vacation
Yearly clothing allowance
Paid personal day
Entry into union
Optional deferred compensation
OP&F Pension
Holidays
Sick time bonus
Opportunity for career advancement and specialization

Candidate Contact Person
Sgt. Thomas Schanz
216-587-1148
tschanz@cityofwarrensville.com

Department Overview

The City of Warrensville Heights, Ohio is looking for qualified candidates for the position of Police Officer. The Warrensville Heights Police Department handles approximately 16,000 calls for service each year and offers an opportunity to work in many challenging environments. Currently there are 40 full time officers and support staff. Opportunities include but are not limited to regional SWAT team, criminal investigations, crash investigation unit, drone team, Cart Team, K-9 unit, detective bureau, community policing, and multiple county task forces. The City of Warrensville Heights operates its own full service jail and communication center. We view ourselves as part of the community and expect and encourage officers to be engaged with the residents and businesses to work together. We strive to improve the quality of life for the residents and citizens that we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer.

City/County/Area Information

Warrensville Heights Cuyahoga County.

The city of Warrensville Heights is 4.13 square miles with a population of 13,388. Warrensville Heights borders Cleveland to the west with multiple other municipalities to the north, east and south.

Population

13,388

Job Requirements

Age: Min 21- Max 35
US Citizen: Yes
High School Grad/GED: Yes
Valid Ohio Driver’s License: Yes
Letters of Reference: 3
Residency: Must reside in Cuyahoga County or county adjacent within one year of appointment and throughout employment with the Department.
OPOTA Certificate: Yes
Minimum Score: 70%
Proof of Military service if applicable: DD214
Additional Requirements:

Submit to a thorough background check, polygraph, psychological
assessment, medical exam, drug screen, interviews, and any other
method necessary to ascertain the qualifications and abilities of the
applicant.

Applicant must be physically, mentally, emotionally, and medically
capable of performing the duties of the position.

Apply Now >