The Cincinnati Police Department Recruitment is happening now!

Cincinnati Police Department Recruitment is accepting applications.

Apply today and launch an amazing career in law enforcement with tremendous opportunities for growth and development!

The Cincinnati Police Department is an award-winning, nationally recognized law enforcement agency that uses evidence-based policing, intelligence-driven strategies, community involvement and technology to make Cincinnati one of the safest cities in Ohio.

To continue this trend, the Department is especially seeking candidates with technology/data management expertise, social media experience, the ability to speak multiple languages, military experience and college credits/college degrees.

People interested in Cincinnati Police Department Recruitment must be at least 21 years old at the time of appointment (upon completion of the 28-week training academy), have a high school diploma or equivalent (GED) and be eligible to work in the United States with a valid driver’s license.

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Salary and Benefits

Salary for a Police Recruit is $38,353.13. Upon successful completion of the Police Academy curriculum and graduation from the Police Academy, a Police Recruit will be promoted to Police Officer. A Police Officer’s salary is $65,867.12 to $80,355.96
Permanent shift
Health, dental and vision insurance
Sick, holiday, vacation and longevity pay
Credit union, pension plans, deferred compensation, and retirement plans

Relevant Previous Employment

Veterans

The Cincinnati Police Department welcomes military veterans looking for a rewarding and exciting career in law enforcement. The Department has been nationally recognized as a top employer of veterans, and nearly 30 percent of the current officers are either active or former military members.

A qualified veteran, upon presentation of an official document stating an honorable discharge, shall receive an additional credit of five points. A qualified disabled veteran, upon presentation of a certificate of honorable discharge and an official statement dated within the last six months from the Veteran’s Administration or the Service agency attesting to the existence of a 10 percent or greater service-connected disability shall receive an additional credit of ten points.

Previous Ohio Public Employment

Employees who have been previously employed by either the City of Cincinnati or another Ohio public employer may transfer unused sick leave credit to their city sick leave balance.

Ohio Police and Fire Purchase Credit

Subject to certain restrictions, Ohio Police and Fire may purchase credits for full-time service rendered under any Ohio retirement systems – City of Cincinnati, Ohio Public Employees, Ohio School Employees, Ohio State Highway Patrol and Ohio State Teachers.

Cincinnati Police Recruiting Process

Physical Agility Test (PAT) | 1 month

Registration will close October 31, 2021, after all interested applicants have registered to take the test. Applicants will then receive an email to select a day and time to take the Physical Agility Test (PAT) as well as the written test. Both test are scheduled between November 30 and December 4, 2021. Applicants MUST first pass the PAT in order to sit for the written exam.

Training videos to help applicants prepare for the physical fitness test:

Written Exam | 1 month

Background Investigation Process | 4 months

Personal History Questionnaire
Background Check
Polygraph
Reference Check
In-person Interview

Post Offer | 3 months

Psychological Exam
Medical Exam
Physical Fitness Assessment (PAF Test Standards)

More information to assist you through the Cincinnati Police Officer Recruit process.

Opportunities for Recruits

In an urban city with more than 300,000 residents and a police force of more than 1,000 sworn officers, the Cincinnati Police Department offers recruits these opportunities:

Option to live in Hamilton County as well as adjoining counties in Southwest Ohio, Northern Kentucky, and Southeast Indiana.
After one year of service, officers can volunteer to work paid details to earn extra income, and some of the detail income counts toward your retirement.
Opportunity to participate in neighborhood service projects designed to sustain community relations.
Job opportunities that provide a full range of police services in multiple divisions across the department

About the Cincinnati Police Department

Mission Statement

The Cincinnati Police Department will develop personnel and manage resources to promote effective partnerships with the community to improve the quality of life through the delivery of fair and impartial police services while maintaining an atmosphere of respect for human dignity.

Vision Statement

The Cincinnati Police Department will be recognized as the standard of excellence in policing.

Core Values

Integrity: Our actions and relationship with the community are guided by an internal sense of honesty and morality.
Professionalism: Our conduct and demeanor display the highest standard of personal and organizational excellence.
Diversity: Our members recognize differences as a strength in our organization and community.
Accountability: Our duty is to promote public trust by upholding our obligations to the department and community.
Vigilance: Our responsibility is to be alert to issues and activities impacting our community.

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Written by: Crystal Kendrick

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The Cincinnati Police Department is recruiting. Apply today!