Job Information

FAIRFIELD, CITY OF
5350 PLEASANT AVE
FAIRFIELD, OHIO 45014
513-896-8145
https://www.fairfield-city.org/

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Updated: January 22, 2026

The City of Fairfield is currently accepting applications for the position of Police Officer. A Civil Service exam will be given through the National Testing Network and used as the initial step to establish an Eligibility List. This posting will remain open until the position has been filled.

Applicants must apply online at www.fairfield-city.org and take the NTN test, achieving a passing result, before the application closing date. Applicants will be notified when a closing date has been established and there is a deadline to complete the process.

To schedule the required testing, visit:

https://nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/

· Under the Header- Find Jobs, click on "Law Enforcement Jobs"

· Either scroll down to “Ohio” or filter by state, selecting OHIO and click the Update button – then find “FAIRFIELD, CITY OF”

· Check the box next to the posting

· Click the red “Continue” box, found on the left side of screen

· Follow instructions on website

Option to choose between remote virtual testing or a physical testing center to test in person.

Candidates must also complete the City of Fairfield Background Packet, located here, and return the completed packet to hr@fairfieldoh.gov or hand deliver the packet to the Human Resources Office in the Municipal Building at 5350 Pleasant Ave., Fairfield, OH 45014.

In accordance with the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement, Officers shall reside within Butler County or any contiguous county in the State of Ohio, (i.e., Preble County, Montgomery County, Warren County, and Hamilton County) as well as in Clermont County.

Department Overview: The Fairfield Police Department consists of 63 sworn officers who respond to more than 30,000 calls for service annually. The members of the Fairfield Police Department are committed to resolving community concerns through effective use of problem-solving and communication skills.

The patrol officers are augmented by an investigations section, full-time school officers, three canine officers, and bike patrol officers. The Fairfield Police Department also has a complement of officers assigned to a regional SWAT and an officer on a regional drug task force.

In addition to sworn personnel, the Fairfield Police Department employs a civilian work force that provides a variety of support services to police officers and the community.

The police department operates out of a modern facility and enjoys outstanding community support.

Area Information: Located in Butler County, about 20 miles north of Cincinnati, the City of Fairfield is home to 44,900 residents. It is situated along the northern loop of I-275, conveniently positioned within minutes of a variety of recreational, cultural and business areas.

Population: 44,000

Academy Certification: Preferred prior to appointment, but not required. If hired without certification, we will pay the cost of the Academy and pay the employee $3 less per hour than the starting rate of entry-level certified Police Officer.

Hiring Process:

· Written Exam

· Physical Agility

· Oral Exam

· Background Investigation

· Voice Stress Analysis

· Interview with Police Chief & Staff

· Interview with City Manager

· Psychological Examination

· Physical & Drug Screen

Specific Disqualifiers/Behaviors:

Each candidate is rated on a case-by-case basis. ORC 737.052 precludes appointment with a felony conviction.

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