Job Description

LATERAL TRANSFER
POLICE OFFICER
The Orrville Police Department seeks applicants for the classified position of Police Officer. 
Responsibilities are varied and involve the enforcement of state and local laws. Applicants must 
possess the ability to deal tactfully and firmly with the public, understand and interpret a wide range of 
local laws, understand and give commands and directions. Pay range: $34.30 to $42.62, after FTO 
training is completed, plus benefits.
Qualifications: Applicants must possess a HS diploma or equivalent, be age 21, be a Citizen of the 
United States, possess a valid Ohio driver’s license, and be able to perform the essential functions of 
the position. No visible tattoos while in uniform. 
Exam Information: To be placed on the eligible list, applicants must successfully “pass” each of the 
following criteria:
- Must currently hold a valid Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) certification
- Must be presently commissioned as a peace officer with a law enforcement agency in the State 
of Ohio
- Must be in good standing with their current department, with no pending disciplinary action or 
decertification proceedings
- Must pass a Controlled Voice Stress Analysis exam
- Must successfully pass an investigative background check
- Must successfully pass a psychological exam and drug screen
- Must sit for at least two structured interviews with City personnel
Application: Applications are available at To be considered, all candidates must 
fully complete a City Application and Personal History Questionnaire and submit them with a resume
including references, a copy of the candidate’s OPOTA Certification, and a copy of the candidate’s 
High School diploma, to hr@orrvilleoh.gov. The deadline to apply is Monday, September 8, 2025, at 
5:00 pm.
The City of Orrville is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, sex, 
religion, national origin, age, or disability

Salary/Compensation: $34.30 - $42.62 per hour

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