The Village of Evendale Police Officer Selection Process is a multi-phased procedure designed to be job-related and non-discriminatory. Applications will be accepted until 4:30pm July 15, 2008. The process consists of:
· Written Examination
· Physical Ability Test
· Police Oral Interview Panel
· Background Investigation
· Community/Council Panel Interview
· Conditional Offer of Employment
Ø Psychological Examination
Ø Medical Examination
· Appointment as Police Officer
After the initial application has been submitted, application forms are screened to insure that the applicant meets the established minimum requirements. They are:
· U.S. Citizen
· 21 years of age
· Possess or are able to obtain a valid Ohio Driver’s License
· Completion of 60 semester hours or 90 quarter hours from an accredited college
Applicants are then invited to take a written examination. Applicants must pass the written examination with a minimum passing score of 70%. Applicants with a passing score are then invited to participate in the physical ability test. The physical ability test is pass/fail and applicants must pass all standards. Applicants passing both the written test and the physical test will then be scheduled for an interview before a police department panel. Top scoring candidates will be selected for a community/council interview and will under go a thorough background check.
Subsequent to the acceptance of a conditional job offer, the applicant must successfully complete a psychological examination, drug screening, and comprehensive physical examination.
A top-scoring candidate who has successfully completed these stages of the selection process is eligilbe to be appointed to the position of Police Officer and will serve a probationary period of one year. The entire selection process may take 90 days or more for completion.
The Village of Evendale offers an attractive salary and benefit package. To learn more about an exciting career opportunity with the Evendale Police Department, or to obtain additional information, contact Sgt. Niel Korte (e-mail: sgt.nkorte@evendaleohio.org) or call 563-2249 (voice mail extension 342).
The Village of Evendale is an equal opportunity employer.
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