Akron Reporter

Akron, Ohio — The City of Akron is now accepting applications for the position of Police Officer through September 8, 2023. Apply today at joinakronpolice.com.

“Serving the residents of this city as a police officer is among the most challenging and rewarding calls to public service,” said Mayor Dan Horrigan. “We expect our officers to be of the highest caliber and to have a passion for public service and the residents of Akron. They are the frontline ambassadors in the neighborhoods – providing direct assistance to residents in need and keeping our community safe. We are looking to hire officers who reflect the citizens of our community. Applicants should be enthusiastic about improving the Akron community, prepared to meet the demands of an evolving and dynamic law enforcement environment, and have a public service mindset.”

The next exam is planned for the Fall of 2023. Once established, the eligible list generated from the test will remain in place for 18 months. Historically, the City has hired multiple classes of officers from an eligibility list over that period.

Candidates must meet several baseline qualifications to be eligible, including:

• 20.5 - 45 years old by the application closing date (September 8, 2023)
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license
• United States Citizen or have a valid permanent resident card

Candidates must pass written tests, a physical fitness test, a background investigation, and a polygraph examination. Final selection is contingent upon passing a medical and psychological evaluation after receiving a conditional job offer. The City of Akron also awards bonus points to those candidates who pass the written test and meet a residency requirement, have served in active duty in the armed forces of the United States for more than 180 days and were honorably discharged, have completed accredited college course work, and/or have successfully completed a Peace Officer Basic Training Academy approved by the OPOTC.

Compensation for an entry level police officer begins at $30.61 per hour ($63,668.80 annually) and includes a generous benefits package consisting of medical and prescription coverage, dental and vision insurance, life insurance at no cost, paid vacation time, sick leave, and paid holidays.

For more information, please contact the City of Akron Department of Human Resources at 330- 375-2720 for details; or toll free: 1-888-588-5417 or visit www.akronohio.gov/personnel.

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