Police Officer

Salary : $75,940.80 - $101,545.60 Annually
Location : Police Department, 5230 Pleasant Ave., Fairfield, OH
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2026015
Department: Police Department
Opening Date: 07/15/2026
Closing Date: 9/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


Description
The City of Fairfield is announcing that a Civil Service exam will be given through the National Testing Network and will be used as the initial step to establish an Eligibility List for the position of Police Officer. All testing with the National Testing Network (NTN) must be completed by the application closing date. The exam provided by the National Testing Network will be used as the civil service exam.
**Please note: Applicants must be at least twenty-one (21) on the date the exam is taken but are not eligible for original appointment to the Fairfield Police Department on or after their thirty-fifth (35) birthday.**
Applicants MUST apply online at 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 take the test, go here: then:

• 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 mark the box next to the posting
• Click the red "Continue" box, found on the left side of screen
• Follow instructions on website

Our Police Officers are responsible for maintaining law and order, investigating crimes and protecting life and property throughout the City by enforcing the laws and ordinances of the City of Fairfield and the State of Ohio. It is a rewarding career in a progressive Police Department. Please refer to our website for detailed information and job description.

Qualifications include: U.S. Citizen; high school diploma/GED (Associate Degree in Criminal Justice and/or State of Ohio Basic Peace Officer Training Certificate preferred); valid Driver's license; minimum age 21 at the time of the exam and not eligible for original appointment to Fairfield Police Department on or after 35th birthday unless you have prior service in the Ohio Police & Fire Pension Fund or prior service as a Law Enforcement Officer which is eligible for service credit transfer to OP&F.

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, Ohio, Dearborn County, Indiana, Franklin County, Indiana, or Union County Indiana.

Those who have already completed the Academy and are eligible to become a certified peace officer in the State of Ohio, prior to their date of hire, are eligible to receive a signing bonus. The $5,000 signing bonus will be paid upon successful completion of the probationary period. Proof of completion of the Academy and certification from OPOTA that they are eligible to become a certified peace officer in the State of Ohio will be required if hired. After receiving the signing bonus, the employee will be required to continue his/her employment within the City of Fairfield for two (2) years from the end of the probationary period.

Those who receive an overall passing score and a passing score in all sections of the test must subsequently pass the following to be eligible for appointment: physical agility test; CVSA; medical physical (including drug screen) and psychological exam; background check.


Please apply online at This posting will remain open until the position has been filled. In the event of a tie score, priority in ranking is determined by the date and time the application is received.


Probationary Period: 1 year

Pay Range: $36.51- $48.82 Hourly ($75,940.80 - $101,545.60 annually, 2069.75 hours annually) (D.O.Q. and years of service)

Candidate Contact:
Dana Kennedy
Civil Service Commission
dkennedy

Examples of Duties


Under the general direction of a police supervisor, works in partnership with the community to promote a high quality of life by providing a safe and secure environment for those who reside in, work in, or are visitors to the City. Police Officers patrol the City to enforce laws, prevent crime, respond to calls for service, assist with solving problems, and related duties.

• Provide superior police services to those requesting or requiring such services including information, advice, and direction. Patrol neighborhoods and business for indications of criminal activity and other disorders taking a problem-solving approach to the abatement of problems. Initiate activities in the support of the Fairfield Police Department mission.
• Enforce laws by issuing warnings, summons, or arrests when necessary. Carefully and clearly present information and testimony in Court and to other audiences as required.
• Conduct thorough and complete investigations, effectively gathering information through interview and other means. Follow up and close cases efficiently.
• Promote a safe and efficient movement of motor vehicle traffic through enforcement of traffic laws, and traffic direction where required. Control people and crowds in a safe, effective and courteous manner. Physically defend self and others from personal attack and pursue and apprehend fleeing suspects when necessary.
• Contribute to the overall effective delivery of police services of the Fairfield Police Department in special roles such as Investigator, Canine Officer, Evidence Technician, Traffic Crash Investigator, Field Training Officer, Bike Patrol, DARE, etc.
• Prepare accurate, understandable and presentable reports and correspondence. Conduct careful analysis of arrest, warrant, citation, etc., data where required.
• Maintain currency in critical skills of Law Enforcement such as firearms training, human relations, problem solving, reporting, etc. Maintain physical fitness to effectively carry out job responsibilities.

Typical Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Superior personal characteristics including honesty, moral character, ethical behavior, reputation or habit
• Above average oral and written communications skills, interpersonal skills, and decision-making skills
• Ability to make sound judgments in critical situations often without consultation and supervision
• Ability to effectively relate to people of various socio-economic levels
• Basic computer competency

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED; additional formal education in criminal justice and/or Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training Certificate preferred
• Successful completion of Civil Service testing process
• Physical fitness sufficient to meet demands of the jobs
• Valid Ohio Driver's License
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) on or at the time of the Civil Service Examination and not yet thirty-five (35) years of age at the time of original full-time appointment to Fairfield Police Department

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, Ohio, Dearborn County, Indiana, Franklin County, Indiana, or Union County Indiana.

Supplemental Information
The City of Fairfield is firmly committed to equal employment opportunity based on merit and services to the public that does not discriminate based on disability, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, veteran status or gender identity and expression.
This includes all City programs, activities, and hiring practices.

EOE/ADA
The City of Fairfield provides full-time employees with a wide range of benefits including Health, Dental and Life/AD&D insurance as well as vacation, personal and sick time. All full-time employees participate in state retirement pension systems--Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) or Ohio Police and Fire Retirement Fund (OP&F)--depending upon their job classification.
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Are you at least 21 but not yet 35 years of age?

• I am between the ages of 21 and 35.
• I am 35+ with prior service in the Ohio Police & Fire Pension Fund or prior service as a Law Enforcement Officer which is eligible for service credit transfer to OP& F.
• I do not meet the age requirement for this position.

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Have you completed the Police Academy and are eligible to become a certified police officer in the State of Ohio?

• Yes, I have completed the Academy and am eligible to become a peace officer in Ohio.
• I am currently enrolled in the Academy and have an anticipated completion date.
• I am looking forward to the opportunity to attend the Academy and begin my career in Law Enforcement.

Required Question