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CANTON POLICE DEPARTMENT 221 3RD ST SW CANTON, OHIO 44702 330 438-4441 https://cantonohio.gov/police/
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Updated: July 18, 2022
Job Classification: Police Officer
Overview: The Canton Police Department is currently hiring Police Officers! Candidates should complete a job application, located here, prior to testing. The application has important details and dates for when the application/testing windows will close.
The department also requires the candidate to complete the Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ). You can access the questionnaire through your candidate account. The PHQ should be completed as soon as possible to be considered further in the hiring process.
Steps to apply:
Police Department Contact Information: Sergeant C. M. RileyPhone: (330) 438-4441Email: craig.riley@cantonohio.gov
Salary Information:$51,500 + Contractual Benefits
Contractual Benefits: Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Leave, Tuition Assistance, Clothing Allowance, Physical Fitness Test Pay, Compensatory Time, Ammunition Allowance, Overtime for Special Events and Court, Holiday Pay, Longevity Pay, and Shift-Differential Pay. Department will pay to send recruits to become OPOTA certified. (OPOTA certification is not required to apply).
Benefits Information: City of Canton Police Cadets and their eligible dependents become eligible for comprehensive health benefits on the first day of the month following 60 days of employment. Health benefits include hospitalization, outpatient services, prescription coverage, dental and vision coverage, and group life insurance. All Safety Forces (Police and Fire) become members of the Ohio Police and Fire Pension (OP & F).
Department Information: The City of Canton Police Department (CPD) is seeking individuals who wish to make a positive impact within the community they serve. CPD desires officers who will be community-oriented and encourages all to apply, with an increased emphasis on women and other minorities. The City of Canton Police Department strives to staff our Forces with Officers that mirror the Community for which we serve. The Canton Police Department has approximately 170 Officers and 30 non-sworn personnel who are active in many facets of policing and are progressive in seeking the latest in technology and training to complete our mission of serving the Hall of Fame City. Opportunities for movement include Patrol Operations, Detective Bureau, K-9 operations, Community Involvement Unit, SWAT, Vice, Crime Scene Investigations, Real-Time Crime Analyst, Training Bureau, Federal Task Forces, and Metro-Narcotics operations. Promotional exams are conducted as positions are vacated. Our Officers are from all different backgrounds and serve in a variety of roles. They are making a difference and love what they do, and you could too!
City Information: Canton is a city in, and the county seat of, Stark County, Ohio. It is located approximately 60 miles south of Cleveland and 20 miles south of Akron in Northeast Ohio. Canton is chiefly notable for being the home of the Pro Football Hall of Fame and the birthplace of the National Football League. Canton is also home to the William McKinley National Memorial in honor of our country’s 25th president.
Canton is currently experiencing an urban renaissance, anchored by its growing and thriving arts district centrally located in the downtown area. Several historic buildings have been rehabilitated and converted into upscale lofts and retail/food establishments. One of downtown Canton’s newest editions, Centennial Plaza, is a vibrant hub for community events and social activities. Canton has the opportunities of a large-scale city while instilling that unparalleled feeling of a small hometown.
Age: 21 to 34 NO OFFICERS SHALL BE APPOINTED AFTER THEIR 35TH BIRTHDAY. THERE ARE NO EXCEPTIONS.
Citizenship Required: You must be a citizen of the United States or have legally declared your intention of becoming a United States Citizen.
High School Grad/GED: Must have a high school diploma or possess a G.E.D.
Valid OHIO Driver's License: You must possess a valid driver’s license issued by your state of residence.
Ability to Read/Speak English: Yes
College: Not required but a bonus will be added to your entrance exam for Associates or Bachelor’s degrees
Academy Certification: Preferred but not required
Necessary Certifications: Must have or be able to obtain the required Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) Basic Police Training certification.
TESTING PROCESS: The testing process will consist of two components. The two components are a written examination, administered by the National Testing Network, and a physical agility test, which will be scheduled at a later date. In order to take the physical agility test, you must have passed the written examination with a minimum Video score of 62.5%. You must also pass the Writing and Reading exam sections with a minimum score of 70%. The written examination will count as 100% of your total grade. The physical agility test is pass/fail. APPLICANTS MUST PASS BOTH COMPONENTS TO BE CONSIDERED. The only exception is those who show proof of OPOTA certification; they do not have to take the physical agility test. An applicant’s overall passing score plus bonus credits shall be the basis for the ranking of candidates on an eligibility list. Bonus credits shall be added only if the candidate passes both test components.
BONUS CREDIT INFORMATION: Below is a detailed explanation about available bonus credits. MILITARY SERVICE:As provided in ORC 124.23C, any person who has completed service in the uniformed services, who have been honorably discharged from the uniformed services or transferred to the reserve with evidence of satisfactory service, and who is an Ohio resident and any member of a reserve component of the armed forces of the United States, including the Ohio National Guard, who has completed more than 180 days of active duty service pursuant to an executive order of the President of the United States or an act of Congress of the United States may file with the director a certificate of service or honorable discharge (DD-214 – Long version), and upon this filing, the person shall receive an additional credit of twenty percent (20%) of the person’s total grade given in the examination in which the person receives a passing grade. A member in good standing of a reserve component of the armed forces of the United States, including the Ohio National Guard, who successfully completes the member’s initial entry-level training shall receive a credit of fifteen percent (15%) of the person’s total grade given in the examination in which the person receives a passing grade. Testing Bonuses for Police Officers (40% maximum credit allowable):
HIRING PROCESS: Completion of the entry-level testing process through the National Testing Network that meets the minimum passing score, physical agility test (non-certified applicants only), background investigation, board interview, Chief’s interview, voice stress analysis, psychological/personality test, physical and drug screen.
CERTIFICATION OF RESULTS : A candidate is declared eligible for employment upon successful completion of both facets of the testing process. Eligible candidates will be ranked in grade order from highest to lowest scores according to their scores plus any applicable bonus credit(s) provided the minimum passing score is attained and bonus credit documentation is provided. The eligibility list will be valid for a one-year period, or until the position is closed.
NOTICE OF MEDICAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATION REQUIREMENT: Applicants are hereby advised that the position of employment being examined for is subject to a physical evaluation, drug test, and psychological evaluation. Accordingly, eligibility for hire is not considered final until all evaluations have been successfully completed with passing results.
NOTICE OF BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: Be advised that candidates will be subjected to a confidential background investigation, including, but not limited to, a criminal record check and driving record check. Accordingly, eligibility for hire is not considered final until the background investigation has been successfully completed with passing results.
ADA COMPLIANCE: Reasonable accommodation in accordance with ADA Compliance will be made available upon request to those qualified applicants in need of it, in order to achieve the essential job functions as described above.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for appointment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliation, age, type of disability, or any other non-merit factor. Contact Canton Civil Service for any questions regarding the application process at 330-489-3360.
