Job Information

ARCANUM POLICE DEPARTMENT
309 S. ALBRIGHT ST.
ARCANUM, OHIO 45304
9376928121

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Updated: July 08, 2021

Position Title: Police Officer

The Arcanum Police Department is building an eligibility list for the position of Police Officer. Candidates are required to complete the Public Safety Self-Assessment (PSSA) and Typing Test in order to be considered for the position.

Salary Information: STEP A: 18.50 STEP B: 19.50 STEP C: 21.00 STEP D: 23.50 / Part-time 13.00 / Part-time Training 11.50

Benefit Information:

Fulltime: Health Insurance:

Medical, eye, and dental
Life Insurance
11 paid holidays

Paid Vacation

40 hours after 1 year
80 hours after 2 years and so on,

Paid sick leave
Paid Personal days
Funeral Leave
Military Leave
Retirement

Department Contact
Marcus Ballinger
Chief of Police
937-692-8121
police@villageofarcanum.com

Department Overview: The Village of Arcanum is a rural yet growing community in Darke County, Ohio. Our Police Department and Village Administration are led by forward-thinking, progressive individuals who strive to obtain the latest equipment and training methods in order to be successful in our profession. We offer a unique approach to policing for the benefit of our residents while, in turn, providing Officers with the capability of expanding their patrol and investigative skillsets. We provide monthly and, at times, weekly training bulletins in order to keep our officers well-informed of the most current information available.

The Arcanum Police Department is seeking individuals who view our agency as a long-term career goal as opposed to a stepping-stone elsewhere and who are committed to investing in the well-being of our community. Providing the best quality of life and safety for our residents is a priority in our agency, and we achieve all of this while serving with integrity.

Population: 2,100

Job Requirements

Age: 21

Citizenship Required: Yes

High School Grad/GED: Yes

Valid OHIO Driver's License: Yes

Ability to Read/Speak English: Yes

Vision: Candidates must be able to function as an Officer

College: No

Academy Certification: Yes

Prior Experience: No

Necessary Certifications: Ohio Basic Peace Officer Cert.

Hiring Process:

NTN Test
Oral Board Interview
Physical Fitness Event (Not always Offered)
Background Investigation
Chief Interview
Conditional Offer
Retirement pension physical test
Computerized Voice Stress Analysis (CVSA)

Disqualifiers: The public places a high level of standards for “what they expect” of police officers than they do for most other occupations in both the public and private sectors. For this reason, it is expected that a candidate for the position of Police Officer must demonstrate, through a comprehensive review of their history, a higher standard in their character than would be required for employment outside the police service. As such, the Arcanum Police Department standards of expectations place a strong emphasis on qualifying and disqualifying criteria. The following criteria are considered in disqualifying candidates from being appointed as Police Officers for the Arcanum Police Department. They are applicable for all candidates in a fair, equitable, and consistent manner.

Not a United States citizen at least 21 years of age.
Not having an Ohio Peace Officer Training Certificate
Failure to provide complete and accurate information on the Personal History Questionnaire or information requested during the Personal History Evaluation
Failure to respond to the written notification within the specified period
Failure to appear or be on time for ANY required phase in the selection process (except for a bona fide unexpected circumstance) or any other uncooperative or non-compliant act
Failure to complete a required examination, assessment, evaluation, or test
Any intentional falsehood, misleading statement or attempt to conceal disqualifying information during the selection process
A history of poor work performance, poor attendance/tardiness record, poor disciplinary record, or inability to work cooperatively with others in the workplace
Resignation instead of disciplinary action or filing of a criminal charge
Termination or resignation in lieu of discharge that is not satisfactorily explained
Having received anything less than an Honorable/General Discharge from military service
Conviction of any article of the Uniform Code of Military Justice that would be equivalent to a felony, domestic violence, or misdemeanor act of violence under the Ohio Revised Code
Conviction or admission of an offense as an adult is defined as a felony crime in the Ohio Revised Code.
Conviction or admission of an offense as a juvenile is defined as a felony crime of violence in the Ohio Revised Code.
Conviction as an adult of an M-1 or M-2 misdemeanor as listed in the Ohio Revised Code, within six (6) months preceding the date of application
Verified or admission as an adult to a pattern of theft offenses, including thefts from employers or any theft while employed in a position of trust
Verified or admission to filing a fraudulent insurance claim or fraudulent application for welfare, workers’ compensation, unemployment compensation or other public assistance program
Verified or admission to an addictive or compulsive gambling habit
Verified or admission to engaging in any activity that would indicate a past history of association or involvement with illegal gambling, to include any other organized crime areas of concern
Conviction of vehicular homicide.
Conviction of OVI within six (6) months preceding the application date
Verified or admission to three (3) or more incidents of driving a motor vehicle while intoxicated within six (6) years preceding the date of application
Conviction of three (3) or more moving violations within one (1) year preceding the date of application
Driver’s license revocation or suspension due to points violation or FRA suspension within one (1) year preceding the date of application
Three (3) or more ‘at fault’ traffic crash citations within five (5) years preceding the date of application
The current use of alcohol to a level that would indicate abuse, dependency or level of inability to function without the use of alcohol for any period of time. Must show a recovering history of non-use of at least one (1) year preceding the date of application.
Conviction or admission to any illegal sale of controlled substances within 6 months preceding the date of application.
Verified or admission to use or purchase of cocaine, heroin, LSD, ‘crack’, ‘crank’ or PCP, hallucinogens, narcotics, prescription drugs (without prescription), steroids or any other illegal drug or narcotic within three (3) months of application.
Verified or admission to use or purchase of marijuana or its derivatives within three (3) days preceding the date of application
Verified or admission to use of any chemical substance used for the sole purpose to obtain a state of intoxication/euphoria and for which a legitimate medical basis for “concern” exists.
Verified or admission to providing controlled substances to a minor or person underage
Verified or admission to afflicting physical, sexual, or emotional abuse to one’s spouse, ex-spouse, child, stepchild, the parent, or any other relative or person with whom one has lived or had a relationship.
Non-compliance with a court order or legal contract to provide child support, alimony or other financial responsibility as determined by finding a court of law
Intentional violation of any protective or temporary restraining order as determined by finding of a court of law.
A conviction for domestic violence as defined in the Ohio Revised Code
Verified or admission to sexual abuse of any person.
Verified or admission to sexual activity with a prostitute where it is prohibited by law.
Engaging in, soliciting, promoting, procuring or compelling prostitution
Verified or admission to displaying, disseminating or pandering obscenity, sexually-oriented material or other matter harmful to children.
Verified or admission to incest, sexual activity with animals, voyeurism, public indecency, importuning, molestation, or any other perverse sexual conduct as defined in the Ohio Revised Code. 6
Verified or admission to having a history of racial, ethnic, or social intolerance.
Verified or admission to having violated any Ohio ethics law including abuse of a position of trust through theft of time or service in an employment setting
Verified or admission to any pattern of repeated abuse of authority, lack of respect for authority or law or lack of respect for the dignity and rights of others
Verified or admission to having any medical or psychological condition that would preclude meeting the responsibilities and performing all the duties of a Police Officer.

Skills:

Deter crimes and assure community through high-visibility policing
Patrol assigned areas and monitor activities to protect people/property
Investigate crimes and apprehend suspected law violators
Observe and respond to various situations or emergencies
Follow rules, guidelines and protocols
Conduct initial investigations
Gather evidence and ensure successful prosecutions
Produce internal reports and provide feedback on case status
Criminal case paperwork and administrative procedures
Foster good public relationships and liaise with community groups or individuals
Coordinate operations with other emergency services
Attend and provide evidence in court

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