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BELLEFONTAINE POLICE DEPARTMENT 135 NORTH DETROIT STREET BELLEFONTAINE, OHIO 43311 9375991010 https://www.ci.bellefontaine.oh.us/police.html
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Updated: August 18, 2022
Position Title: Police Officer
Bellefontaine Police Department is accepting new applications. You may call 937-599-1010 if you have any questions ahead of this date. Please ask for Lieutenant Scott Marlow. His email is smarlow@ci.bellefontaine.oh.us. Applications and test scores are due no later than 3:00 p.m. September 23, 2022.
The department requires the candidate to take and complete the Public Safety Self-Assessment (PSSA) Parts 1 & 2. You can access these through your candidate account. NTN suggests completing the PSSA as soon as possible so there is not a delay in your process.
***Bellefontaine Police Department will be holding a Physical Abilities Test (PAT) at their department in October, 2022. Applicants interested in taking the PAT MUST have their application and scores submitted to the Department no later than September 23, 2022***
Department website: https://www.ci.bellefontaine.oh.us/police.html
Salary Information: $50.000.00 starting
Benefit Information: Paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, compensatory leave accruals, three personal days, overtime, pension plan, educational bonuses, shift differential pay, excellent training opportunities, and specialized assignments that include SRT, Bike Patrol, K9, School Resource Officer, DARE, Detective, and Drone Pilots. Specialized assignments selections are based on proper fit for the position, and not necessarily based on seniority.
Department Application Link: https://www.ci.bellefontaine.oh.us/employment.html
Candidate Contact Person:Scott MarlowAdministrative Lieutenant1 (937) 599-1010smarlow@ci.bellefontaine.oh.usDepartment Overview:
Located in beautiful Logan County, Ohio, the Bellefontaine Police Department offers competitive wages and benefits, family-style police culture with a heavy emphasis on community policing. We value candidates who have a strong work ethic, desire to learn more, and the natural ability to communicate well with others. Specialized assignments are based on your work ethic, fit for the position, and your willingness to be flexible. Our city is growing, our downtown is rapidly expanding, and our area is seeing growth. Now’s the time to join us! We accept certified candidates and non-certified candidates. If you are not an OPOTA certified candidate, we will pay for your training at either the Ohio Highway Patrol Academy or the Columbus Division of Police Academy, as approved/selected by the Chief of Police. We are a 24/7/365 operation, with our own police dispatchers.
City/County/Area Information: Bellefontaine is located in Logan County, Ohio, which is in Central Ohio just miles from Columbus, Lima, Springfield, and Dayton. We offer great schools, awesome parks, a local ski resort just down the road, and Indian Lake is just minutes from town. Our business district is changing all the time and offers great downtown shopping and eateries that have made our city a destination for others.
Population: 13,500
Age: 20 to apply. 21 at the time of appointment.
Citizenship Required: Yes
High School Grad/GED: High School Graduate or GED Required
Valid OHIO Driver's License: A valid US driver's license to apply
Ability to Read/Speak English: Yes
Vision: Corrected to 20/20 vision
Additional Requirements:
Hiring Process: Candidates must complete a physical agility test, panel interview, background investigation, polygraph examination, psychological examination, and medical examination. Civil Service Commission will certify a list of ten.
Working Conditions: Normal working schedule is five, eight-hour shifts. Annual firearms certification, TASER, LEADS, BAC/Breathalyzer, and ongoing Lexipol daily training. Voluntary, paid training is available year-round with approval. Successful candidates must be able to sustain the rigorous duties of policing. Fitness, wellness, and mental health preparedness are important to success. Must maintain ability to perform all related duties as assigned. Since Ohio is a seasonal state, all types of weather can occur throughout the year. This can make working conditions more challenging, but proper attire is provided by the agency. We are a para-military organization and respect the chain of command. Employees report directly to Sergeants. Two Lieutenants provide administrative support, and report directly to the Chief of Police.
Preference Points: Applicants are eligible for one of the following bonus points:
