Police Officer - Application and Resume October 2026

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This posting is open to both lateral transfers and individuals who are new to law enforcement and interested in starting a career as a police officer. If hired, the City of Dublin will sponsor non-certified new hires to attend a Basic Peace Officer Training Academy of the City's choosing. Lateral transfers will need to provide proof of OPOTA certification.

The Dublin Police Department subscribes to the "Community-Oriented Policing" philosophy and, therefore, the primary emphasis of the position involves community service. Officers are required to take a problem-solving approach to the situations they encounter on a day to day basis and to interact with the residents on a regular basis within their assigned districts to address relevant concerns facing the community.

The City of Dublin Police Department is comprised of full-time officer positions in the following areas, Patrol, Detective Bureau, Community Impact Unit and Community Education Unit (school resource officers). Further, the department is proud to be able to provide ancillary support to the City through the following areas, Background Investigations, Bicycle Officers, Chaplain Liaison Officer, Community Liaison Officer, Defensive Tactics Instructor, Drone Pilot, Field Training Officer, Range Officer, Recruitment Team Member, Traffic Accident Investigators and our Surveillance Team. These full-time and ancillary assignments as well as the emphasis the City puts on professional development allows Dublin officers to have a meaningful and diverse law enforcement career. We are looking for officers who want to learn, grow and support the needs of our vibrant and changing community.

Given the nature of this classification's duties/responsibilities, it has been designated as Non-Exempt under the governing Fair Labor Standards Act regulations and, therefore, is entitled to formal overtime compensation and/or formal compensatory time.

Recruitment Timeline and Mandatory Steps

Dublin Career Site Application: October 29 - November 29
Panel Interviews: December 7 - 16
Physical Fitness Assessment (Mandatory for all applicants): Saturday, December 19
Background investigation: December 21 - February 19
Final/Chief Interviews: February 23-25
Conditional Offer: March 1
Confirmation Offer: March 29
Projected start date: April 2027

Additional information about the recruitment process can be found: https://dublinohiousa.gov/alpha/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Police-Officer-Selection-Process-Resume-and-Application-Process-202376-1-1.pdf(Download PDF reader)

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Working at the City of Dublin is more than just a job –
Join the City of Dublin today! In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program for our full-time employees that includes, but is not limited to, the following:

• Premium-free medical, dental, vision and pharmacy benefits
• Ohio Police and Fire Pension Plan
• Special Duty rate is 65% above step four or $90.00/hour
• Employer provided Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program and Peer Support Program
• Excellent Promotional Opportunities
• Tattoos and Facial Hair Permissible
• On-Site Fitness Equipment and Range
• Vacation (80 to 246 hours per year, based on years of service), Sick, Personal Leave and 11 paid holidays
• Ability to earn up to 160 hours of Compensatory time
• Opportunities for a variety of ancillary duties and committee involvement
• Paid Training and Professional Development Opportunities
• Employer-provided contributions to Health Savings or Health Reimbursement Account - Up to $1875/year for employee only and up to $3750/year for family coverage.
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Dublin Community Recreation Center Membership

Police Department Wage Structure

The City of Dublin offers advanced step placement for those with prior law enforcement experience.
2027 Officer Wage Structure
Training Step: $77,168.77
Step One: $83,544.23
Step Two: $95,717.42
Step Three: $107,897.15
Step Four: $123,948.37

Questions regarding the Police Officer application, please call us at 614.410.4459 or email us at JoinDPD@dublin.oh.us
Under the direct supervision of a Lieutenant, a Police Officer patrols a designated area ensuring compliance with all applicable State Laws and City Ordinances; answers calls when a crime is suspected or an emergency exists; takes such actions as are necessary to prevent crime, to apprehend suspects, to maintain safety, to assist citizens in a wide range of emergency and non-emergency situations; and performs other related duties, tasks, and assignments as required and directed by a Sergeant, Lieutenant, Deputy Chief, or the Chief of Police.

Incumbent must model the following established core values: Integrity, Respect, Communication, Teamwork, Accountability, Positive Attitude, and Dedication to Service, Professionalism, and Commitment.

Drives a police vehicle, patrolling designated area;

Directs and regulates traffic, assists stranded motorists, assists injured persons, notifies families of injury;

Investigates accidents, determining conditions, causes and other pertinent facts regarding accident;

Conducts investigations of crimes, preserves crime scene, gathers and preserves evidence;

Looks for and investigates conditions or situations which may indicate a crime is about to be, or has been committed;

Takes statements from witnesses and suspects;

Secures warrants; makes arrests, transports prisoners;

Issues citations for violations of traffic laws; testifies in court;

Maintains records and prepares reports of incidents and activities;

Attends neighborhood meetings to address and evaluate the concerns of the citizens; and,

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma, G.E.D., or equivalent certifi