Job Description

Job Information
AURORA, CITY OF
130 SOUTH CHILLICOTHE RD
AURORA, OHIO 44202
330-995-9160

Updated: February 17, 2025

***Please submit your application through the link provided (where more information and links are included), to be considered for this position.***


Position Title: Police Officer III
Salary Information: Starting pay for 2025 $80,552 ($38.73 per hour)
Benefit Information:
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
Ohio Police and Fire Retirement Fund
Deferred Comp
1,400.00 per year Uniform Allowance
1,350.00 per year Safety Forces Stipend
900.00 per year Firearms Proficiency Allowance
11 paid holidays plus two paid personal holidays per year
Vacation time up to 200 hours per year
Longevity pay - $360.00 after 5 years of full-time service, maxing out at $2,040.00 at 20 years of full-time service
Compensatory Time - Accruals to 240 hours maximum
Civil Service Contact Person
Angie Pereces
Civil Service Commission Secretary
330-995-9160

Department Overview
Aurora, Ohio is situated in Portage County, Ohio southeast of Cleveland northeast of Akron. Aurora is rapidly growing with nearly 19,000 residents and spanning over 24 square miles. Aurora Police Officers receive excellent pay and benefits.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Age: 21
US Citizen: US Citizen
High School Grad/GED: High School Diploma or equivalent
Valid State Driver's License: Must have valid Driver's License
Ability to Read/Speak English: Yes
Vision: 20/20 or correctable
OPOTA certificate is not required to take the exam, however it is required at the time of the interview


REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS (documentation must be uploaded to NTN)
PHQ
City of Aurora Job Application
High School Diploma, G.E.D. certificate or equivalent
Valid Driver's License
US Citizen - A copy of applicant's birth certificate or naturalization papers
We require a physical agility certificate from Tri-C
EXTRA CREDIT: (Documentation must be uploaded to NTN to receive credit)
10% extra credit for Bachelor's degree in applicable field
5% extra credit for Associate's degree in applicable field
10% extra credit for OPOTA Basic Police Academy Certification
10% extra credit of Honorable Discharge from the U.S. Armed Forces (minimum 6 months)
Hiring Process:
NTN Exam
Interviews (OPOTA certificate is required at the time of the interview)
Background Check
Polygraph
Conditional Job Offer dependent on psychological test and physical
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $ 80,552.00 Per Year

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