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City of New Albany, OH

Police Officer

New Albany, OH · On-site

$73K - $115K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Police Opening Date: 03/22/2023 Description The City of New Albany is accepting test scores for Police Officers. Complete the following general steps to become a Police Officer*: * Take the and ...

City of New Albany

Police Officer

New Albany, OH · On-site

$73K - $115K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Description The City of New Albany is accepting test scores for Police Officers. Complete the following general steps to become a Police Officer*: Take the Law Enforcement-Frontline Exam with the ...

City of Gahanna

Police Officer- Lateral

Columbus, OH

$72K - $95K/yr

New officers must meet this requirement within six months of appointment. Visual acuity - both eyes ... Ohio Police Officer Training Academy certificate or the ability to attend and successfully complete ...

City of Whitehall, OH

Lateral Police Officer

Whitehall, OH · On-site

$36.52 - $53.60/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

At the Chief's discretion, police officers may be assigned to work as a patrol officer, detective, narcotic/vice officer, officer in charge, K9 officer, School Resource Officer, or any other position ...

City of Whitehall

Lateral Police Officer

Columbus, OH

$36.52 - $53.60/hr

At the Chief's discretion, police officers may be assigned to work as a patrol officer, detective, narcotic/vice officer, officer in charge, K9 officer, School Resource Officer, or any other position ...

City of Fairfield, OH

Police Officer

Fairfield, OH · On-site

$75K - $101K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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 ...

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How much do police officers jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for police officers in Ohio is $59,084.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $46,100.00 and $70,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Police Officers vs Security Guards?

AspectPolice OfficersSecurity Guards
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma, police academy training, sometimes college courseworkHigh school diploma or equivalent, on-the-job training
Work EnvironmentPublic law enforcement settings, patrols, crime scenesPrivate property, businesses, events, static posts
Employer & IndustryGovernment agencies, law enforcementPrivate security companies, businesses
Common Search & ComparisonPolice Officers vs Security Guards

Police Officers and Security Guards both work to ensure safety, but Police Officers have law enforcement authority, undergo extensive training, and work in public settings. Security Guards typically focus on protecting private property, with less rigorous training and limited authority. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career or security solution.

How hard is it to get hired as a police officer?

Getting hired as a police officer typically involves meeting minimum requirements such as age, education, and background checks, passing physical fitness tests, and completing police academy training. The hiring process can be competitive and may include written exams, interviews, and psychological evaluations. Candidates often need to demonstrate good communication skills, integrity, and the ability to handle stressful situations.

What cities in Ohio are hiring for Police Officers jobs?

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Infographic showing various Police Officers job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,084 per year, or $28.4 per hour.

Police Officer

City of New Albany, OH

New Albany, OH • On-site

$73K - $115K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

Job description

Salary : $73,632.51 - $115,933.62 Annually
Location : 50 Village Hall Road, New Albany, OH
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2025
Department: Police
Opening Date: 03/22/2023
Description
The City of New Albany is accepting test scores for Police Officers. Complete the following general steps to become a Police Officer*:
  1. Take the and choose to submit the scores to New Albany.
  2. Complete the National Testing Network's personal history questionnaire.
  3. Obtain a passing score. Scores are pulled throughout the year and candidates who pass are contacted via the e-mail address they provided to National Testing Network.
  4. Candidates will be provided an application for employment with the City of New Albany and a Personal History Questionnaire to complete.
  5. Successfully pass the physical test and attend a short interview.
  6. A thorough background is conducted.
  7. Successfully complete an Oral Board interview that includes a panel of interviewers and, if recommended, a final interview with the New Albany City Manager and Chief of Police.
  8. If successful, the candidate may be given a conditional offer of employment.
  9. Successfully complete a drug screening, medical pension exam, psychological evaluation and lie-detector examination.
  10. Receive a final offer of employment.

Police Officer recruits start at $34.05 per hour ($70,828.37 annually) and upon graduation from the police academy, receive an immediate step increase with annual step increases thereafter for the first five years of employment. Employees receive employer paid vision, dental, short-term disability and life insurances and have access to a generous health insurance plan. Additionally, full-time employees receive paid vacation, sick, and personal leave. Police Officers contribute to Ohio Police & Fire Pension Fund.
You can schedule a ride-along with a New Albany police officer to discover what it is like to work at the New Albany Police Department. Contact Sgt. Ian McCord at to schedule a ride-along and after you complete the ride-along will receive a voucher to cover the cost of testing and application fees.
*This list is a general description of the hiring process and steps may be combined or rearranged at the discretion of the employer. Candidates may be dismissed from the process at any step.
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Police Officers take proper enforcement action as necessary to maintain the order, safety and general welfare of the city. Police Officers provide a highly visible, professional presence while conducting patrol activities, maintaining safety and assisting citizens in a wide range of emergency and non-emergency situations.
Qualifications
This position has a high degree of accountability. The incumbent must be a US citizen and eligible to hold an Ohio Peace Officer Training Certificate. The incumbent for this position shall be at least 21 years of age. A bachelor's degree and/or active duty military service with honorable discharge is preferred. The incumbent must possess a valid Ohio driver's license and the ability to maintain insurability under the city's vehicle insurance policy. The incumbent must be able to successfully pass a background check according to the city's established criteria and any restrictions put in place by state law. Background investigation includes, but is not limited to: credit, criminal history, employment and personal reference checks; home interview. After a conditional offer is extended, candidates will be subject to a lie detector examination, medical evaluation, drug screen, and psychological evaluation to determine fitness for duty. Personality assessments may also be used in the selection process.
The City of New Albany offers a variety of valuable benefits for full-time employees which include: employer funded Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA) or Health Savings Account (HSA); flexible spending accounts for general medical and employer contribution to dependent care for hourly employees; employer-paid dental, vision, life and short-term disability insurances; paid holidays, vacation, personal, and sick leave. Employees can participate in deferred compensation programs (pre-tax and Roth available), purchase supplemental accident or life insurance policies at a discounted group rate, and participate in professional development programs.
City of New Albany employees participate in OPERS or OP&F (police officers) retirement systems.

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