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AURORA, CITY OF
130 SOUTH CHILLICOTHE RD
AURORA, OHIO 44202
330-995-9160

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Updated: February 27, 2026

Civil Service Examination
City of Aurora, Ohio
Police Office III - Entry Level


The Aurora Police Department is establishing an eligibility list for Police Officer III (entry level).
Opportunities within the department include Patrol, K-9, Metro Swat, drones, crash investigation team, bike patrol, task force officers.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS:
·        Starting Pay for 2026 – Police Officer III $40.28/hour ($83,782.40). Max out in 3 years to Police Officer I - $51.75/hour ($107,640.00)
·        Vacation – After the first year, 2 weeks with annual increases topping out at twenty years with 5 weeks
·        Safety Forces Stipend - $1350.00 annually
·        Firearms Proficiency Allowance - $900.00 annually
·        Annual Uniform Allowance - $1400.00 annually
·        Longevity – After 5 years of full-time service with the City of Aurora $360.00 with annual increases through 20 years
·        Health Benefits – Medical, Dental and Vision for you and your dependents after 30 days
·        Sick leave – 120 hours per year annually with carry over for unused amounts
·        Compensatory Time – Accruals to 240 hours maximum

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (upload documentation directly to NTN):
High School Diploma, G.E.D. certificate or equivalent

Ohio Driver’s License (must be 20 years of age to sit for exam, 21 years of age prior to appointment)

U.S. citizen - A copy of the applicant’s birth certificate or naturalization papers

Completed PHQ through NTN

PHYSICAL AGILITY:

Certifications accepted through Tri-C https://www.tri-c.edu/workforce/public-safety/law-enforcement/law-enforcement-advanced-training/physical-agility-police-officer-testing.html

EXTRA CREDIT (upload documentation to receive extra credit)
5% - Bachelor’s degree (in applied field)
3% - Associate degree (in applied field)
5% - OPOTA certification
5% - Honorable Military discharge – minimum 6 months active duty

Contact the Commission Secretary, Angie M. Pereces with any questions - 330.995.9160 or email civilservice@auroraoh.com

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