THE DAYTON POLICE DEPARTMENT IS HIRING, AND WE'RE LOOKING FOR PEOPLE LIKE YOU.Are you looking for meaningful work, a stable career, and a chance to make a real difference? The Dayton Police Department is actively recruiting motivated individuals from all backgrounds, including military families, veterans, prior service members, career changers, and first-time job seekers.If you want a career where you can:Respond to a wide variety of unique and challenging situationsBuild lifelong friendships and be part of a team that has your backServe a community that values your commitmentGrow into highly specialized roles with real career advancement, then we want to meet you.WHY DAYTON POLICE?We offer one of the best career paths in Ohio public safety.No experience? Not required.We have our own fully accredited Police Academy, and we hire you as a full-time employee with benefits while you train.Career Opportunities Include:- Detectives- SWAT- Bomb Squad- SUAS Unit (Small Unmanned Aircraft System)- K-9 Handler- Special Victim / Homicide/Major Case/Financial Crimes Unit- Hostage Negotiation Unit- Traffic Services- Community Engagement Unit- Forensic Unit- Recruiting & Training- And many more specialized assignmentsPAY & BENEFITS --- INDUSTRY-LEADING PACKAGEWe offer a highly competitive starting salary and unmatched benefits, including:- Military-friendly employer (perfect for veterans & transitioning service members) u2022 Fully paid Police Academy u2022 Paid training and paid career-advancement courses u2022 Paid holidays, paid vacation, paid sick leave u2022 Fully paid parental leave u2022 Overtime opportunities + court time u2022 Night shift differential u2022 Annual uniform allowance u2022 Yearly education & fitness bonus u2022 Exceptional health, dental, and vision plans u2022 Ohio Police and Fire retirement system u2022 Strong promotional opportunities and career mobilityA CAREER YOU CAN COUNT ONUnlike the uncertainty in the private sector and many government fields, the need for first responders never goes away.A career with the Dayton Police Department means job security, stability, and a future you can depend on. This is a career that matters, and one that will always be needed.READY TO START YOUR JOURNEY?You may be exactly who we're looking for.Take the first step toward a stable, rewarding career where you can serve with purpose and pride.Apply today at: Build a future you can trust.Qualifications:u00a0AGE:u00a0 Must be at least 20 years of age at time application is filed. Must be at least 21 years old on or before the day of completion of the Dayton Police Academy. Must not have reached one's 69th birthday by the date of original appointment to the position of Dayton Police Officer.EDUCATION:u00a0 Must be a high school graduate or possess a GED.LICENSE:u00a0 Must possess a valid driver's license at the time of appointment and maintain as a term and condition of continued employment.CHARACTER: Must be able to pass an extensive background investigation including criminal history, driving record, credit history, drug use, employment history, military service record, educational transcripts, and a polygraph test conducted by the Dayton Police Department.PHYSICAL: Final a
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Police Officer