Are you a seasoned law enforcement professional looking for new opportunities to serve and grow? The City of Powell Police Department is excited to announce the launch of our new Lateral Selection Process for experienced police officers ready to bring their expertise and passion to our community.
The City of Powell Police Department has an open Lateral Selection process for three (3) full-time Police Officer positions currently available. Qualified candidates will be invited for an interview with our recruitment panel with interviews being scheduled immediately upon receipt of application materials to expedite the process. Applicants moving forward in the interview process will scheduled for a final interview with the Chief of Police.
The Powell Police Department has a new FOP contract for 2024 through 2026. View the complete contract here – Patrol Officers Contract.
Applicants who are currently certified Peace Officers are eligible to start at a higher wage step at the discretion of the Chief of Police and will accrue vacation time at a higher rate with an 18% increase in compensation over the life of the contract.
Starting in 2025 schedules will move to twelve (12) Hour Shifts with Friday, Saturday, and Sunday off every other week or eight (8) Hour Shifts with one (1) weekend day off each week.
Submit your resume and application packet to the Human Resources Department by e-mail at jnahvi@cityofpowell.us
City of Powell Police Officer Application Packet:
City of Powell Police Officer Application Form
City of Powell Police Officer Applicant Release Form
City of Powell Police Officer Drug Test Release Form
Applicants must meet the following requirements to be considered as a lateral hire applicant:
– Currently employed as a full-time Police Officer with arrest powers, as defined in Ohio Revised Code (ORC) section 109.71
-For applicants previously employed as a peace officer, there shall be no more than a one-year break in service from previous employment as a Police Officer
-Must have successfully completed a basic peace officer training academy and be certified with the Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA).
-Ability to acquire and maintain certification (pursuant to state of Ohio standards) for the operation of on-duty firearms (i.e. shotgun, patrol rifle, handgun)
-Must not have left a current or prior law enforcement position because of a disciplinary issue, or to avoid a disciplinary action.
-Meet the minimum requirements for the City of Powell Police Department.
The following time will not be considered for the calculation as full-time experience for the purpose of a lateral hire applicant:
-Deputy/Officer employed in a jail/prison setting.
-A volunteer reserve or auxiliary police officer.
-Military police officer.
-Employment on a part-time basis.
-Time spent in any police academy.
Applicants will be notified of all elements of the selection process, the expected duration of the selection process and the agency’s policy on reapplication.
See the Police Officer Selection Process Document for further information on the complete interview process.
City of Powell Police Officer – Selection Process
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City of Powell Police Officer- Job Description
Compensation Rates – Past experience may be considered to start a newly hired employee in an advanced pay step.
| 2024 | Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 | Step 4 | Step 5 |
| Police Officer | $72,455.68 | $81,393.24 | $92,842.73 | $99,350.13 | $104,747.27 |
| 2025 | Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 | Step 4 | Step 5 |
| Police Officer | $76,078.46 | $85,462.90 | $97,484.87 | $104,317.63 | $109,984.63 |
| 2026(1/1 – 6/30) | Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 | Step 4 | Step 5 |
| Police Officer | $78,741.21 | $88,454.10 | $100,896.84 | $107,968.75 | $113,834.09 |
| 2026(7/1 -12/31) | Step 1 | Step 2 | Step 3 | Step 4 | Step 5 |
| Police Officer | $81,426.29 | $91,470.39 | $104,337.42 | $111,650.49 | $117,715.83 |
Step advancement occurs after one (1) year of service on anniversary date of employment.
Retention Incentive Pay
| Years of Service | Pay |
| Four (4) through Six (6) Years | $950 |
| Seven (7) through Ten (10) Years | $1,150 |
| Eleven (11) through Fourteen (14) Years | $1,450 |
| Fifteen (15) through Nineteen (19) Years | $1,700 |
| Twenty (20) or More Years | $1,900 |
Paid Time-Off: The City offers paid leave for employees to have a work-life balance.
Vacation Leave -Prior service with the Ohio Police & Fire Pension Fund, State of Ohio, or any political subdivision in the state, will receive credit for that service in computing their continuous length of service for vacation accrual.
| Years of Service | Yearly Accumulation | Per Pay Period |
| 0 – 2 Years | 80 Hours (10 days) | 3.1 Hours |
| 3 – 4 Years | 120 Hours (15 days) | 4.6 Hours |
| 5 – 9 Years | 160 Hours (20 days) | 6.2 Hours |
| 10 – 15 Years | 180 Hours (22.5 days) | 6.9 Hours |
| 16– 20 Years | 200 Hours (25 days) | 7.7 Hours |
| 21 + Years | 220 Hours (27.5 days) | 8.5 Hours |
Sick Leave
| Accrual Rate | Maximum Annual Accrual |
| 4.6 Hours per Pay Period | 119.6 hours / 15 Days |
Holidays
| New Year’s Day |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day |
| President’s Day |
| Memorial Day |
| Independence Day |
| Juneteenth |
| Labor Day |
| Veteran’s Day |
| Thanksgiving |
| Day after Thanksgiving |
| Christmas Eve (4 Hours) |
| Christmas Day |
| New Year’s Eve (4 Hours) |
Employees assigned to work a holiday are paid at a rate of one-half (1 ½ times) their regular rate
Employees may elect to place their holiday pay in a holiday pay compensatory time bank.
Personal Hours – Employees receive sixteen (16) personal hours each year that must be used by December 31st
Health Insurance
The City offers medical through UMR/United Healthcare Choice Plus, dental through Delta Dental, vision through VSP Vision Care, and prescription coverage for all full-time employees and their eligible dependents day one (1) of employment.
The City has a high-deductible health care plan with a Health Savings Account (HSA).
$3,200 deductible for employee only coverage and $5,000 deductible for family coverage.
The City contributes up to 85% of the deductible to the employee’s HSA account.
Total HSA contributions are $2,720 for employee only coverage and $4,250 for family coverage. HSA contributions are provided in two deposits in January and July each year. If hired after these dates, amounts will be prorated.
Life Insurance
All employees receive a life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment policy free at one (1) times their annual earnings up to $100,000.
Additional Benefits
Shift Differential Pay – $1.15/hr.
Officer-in-Charge Pay – $2.50/hr.
Overtime and Special Duty opportunities
Equipment and Uniforms provided
Educational Incentive – $250 for Associate’s Degree, $500 for Bachelor’s Degree, and $750 for Master’s Degree after 3 years of employment
Tuition Reimbursement – $2,000 for undergraduate and $2,500 for graduate courses per calendar year
Ability to work out while on duty and access to gym with Rogue equipment
At the time of appointment:
– United States citizen, or possess a valid permanent resident card
-Fluently read and speak English
-Must currently possess a valid Ohio Peace Officer certificate from the Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy or be able to pass the exam
-Must be 21 or older at the time of appointment
-Non-Certified applicants must start an Academy prior to reaching the age of 35. No age limit for currently certified Ohio Police Officers (ORC 124.41 , Police Department Qualifications – Police Cadet Program).
-Valid Ohio driver’s license
-High school diploma or equivalent certificate
-No felony convictions
-Must be able to successfully complete all stages of the selection process to include application phase, oral interviews, background investigation, truth verification examination, medical examination and psychological examination.
The following will disqualify a potential candidate from hire for the position of Police Officer:
-Any incidents of dishonesty or falsification throughout the application and selection process
-History of domestic violence or failure to pay court-ordered child support
-Employment history that includes a pattern of discipline or termination
-Any ‘dishonorable’, ‘bad conduct’ or ‘other than honorable discharge’ from military service
-A conviction of vehicular homicide or an equivalent offense
-Driving record which contains multiple moving violations, recent OVI or equivalent offenses, other serious traffic convictions or an overall poor driving record
-Criminal history, that includes:
-Any felony conviction
-An admission or a conviction for any theft offense within the last (5) years
-A pattern of theft or similar offenses
-Any fraudulent insurance or related claims
-Multiple criminal convictions of any nature
-Substance abuse, that includes:
-Any illegal substance use within one (1) year of the candidate’s application
-History of cultivating, manufacturing or trafficking in illegal drugs
-A pattern of using illegal drugs or abusing legally obtained drugs
It is the mission of the Powell Police Department to safeguard persons and property through preparedness and vigilance. The department holds true to a community policing philosophy. Its members shall continually strive for excellence in service, training, and professional development.
Our core values are honesty, integrity, dependability, service to others before self, and a genuine desire to pursue what is right and good.
The City of Powell recognizes its employees as one of its greatest assets and strives to maintain a safe, respectful and professional workplace. We have a dedicated staff that takes every opportunity to provide exceptional service to the community.
The Powell Police Department offers an unrivaled sense of safety for its residents and businesses. It consists of 19 sworn officers and two civilian employees who respond to complaints, seek out long-term solutions to neighborhood challenges, and ensure the protection and security of area businesses.
If you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact the Powell Police Department Recruitment Team at recruitment@cityofpowell.us.