Police Officer- Worthington, City Of

Job Information

City of Worthington
6550 N. High Street
Worthington, Ohio 43085

Updated: August 06, 2024

Classification: Police Officer

The City of Worthington is accepting test scores for both entry-level and lateral Police Officer candidates through September 30, 2024. Test scores received by September 1st will be ranked for initial review and consideration in the 2024 hiring process. The City will continue to accept and review additional test scores for hiring opportunities throughout the year.

All candidates must complete the NTN Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ). The City of Worthington does not require a Physical Abilities Test as part of this hiring process; however, candidates who need to attend a law enforcement academy will be subject to the Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission (OPOTC) minimum physical standards.

Pay Range for 2024:

Step A: $73,046
Step B: $86,167
Step C: $92,547
Step D: $108,295
Lateral Police Officer candidates with OPOTA certification and three or more years of full-time patrol officer experience will generally be placed in Step C or D of the pay range.

Benefit Information:
The City offers an excellent benefits package, including medical, prescription, vision, dental, and life insurance. Employees receive a holiday leave bank of 112 hours and vacation accrual based on total years of full-time public service in Ohio. Employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts are $1,000 for single coverage and $2,000 for family coverage.

Department Information:
The Worthington Division of Police is a community-focused, professional police agency with 33 full-time sworn officers, 6 reserve officers, and 3 civilian support staff. The agency is divided into three main components: Uniformed Patrol, Criminal Investigations, and Administration. The department provides full policing services to the communities of Worthington and the Village of Riverlea, with a strong emphasis on partnerships with citizens and businesses. The department's core values and mission statement guide its daily operations.

City Information:
Worthington is located in central Ohio at the crossroads of U.S. State Route 23 and State Route 161, offering easy access to all parts of Ohio and beyond. As a suburb of Columbus, Ohio's capital, Worthington combines the attractions and conveniences of a big city with the charm of small-town living.

Population: 14,725

Equal Opportunity Employment:
The City of Worthington is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion.

Job Requirements:

Age: 21
Citizenship: U.S. citizenship required
High School Grad/GED: Required
Valid Ohio Driver's License: Required (out-of-state candidates must obtain an Ohio license)
Ability to Read/Speak English: Required
Vision: Must have corrected vision in both eyes to 20/20.
College Degree: Not required but considered a plus.
Academy Certification: Not required but preferred.
Prior Experience: Not required but strongly preferred.
Specific Disqualifiers/Behaviors:
Certain occurrences in a candidate's background may result in disqualification from the selection process, including but not limited to:

Felony conviction
Illegal use of controlled substances or conviction for controlled substance violations
Intemperate use of alcohol
Poor work history
Poor driving record
Multiple debts not being regularly paid off
Other concerns that may be undesirable in a Police Officer, considering the responsibilities of the position
Additional Information:
A polygraph examination will be administered to each final candidate. This examination will explore areas such as employment history, general background, personal conduct, illegal drug use, alcohol use, and criminal activity. While the results of the polygraph examination will not be the sole determinant of employment status, deception corroborated by other means may disqualify a candidate from further consideration.
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $ 73,046.00 108,295.00 Per Year