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Salary : $71,407.23 - $88,505.87 Annually
Location : 39 S. 4th St. Newark - Newark Police Dept., OH
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2021-00030
Department: Police Uniform
Opening Date: 01/01/2026
Closing Date: 12/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: FOP Blue
Description
Please do not click apply at this time. This is an informational post of the testing process, please read below and follow the instructions if interested:
The Newark, Ohio Civil Service Commission is seeking qualified candidates to build an eligibility list to fill future positions, within the Newark Division of Police, as Police Officer beginning January 1, 2026.
The Newark, Ohio Civil Service Commission offers full testing services for the position of police officer through National Testing Network, Inc. (NTN). To fill out an application and schedule a test, go to , select Law Enforcement and sign up for the Newark Division of Police.
What to expect at the website:

• Completion of the application process
• Review all information related to the Newark Division of Police, police officer position, including minimum requirements, salary, and benefits
• Detailed information about the testing process for both the entry level test and PAT testing
• Opportunity to take online practice tests at
• Schedule your own convenient test time. Tests are offered multiple times a week, including Saturdays
• Take high quality job simulation tests in a standardized, fair testing environment

Upon completion of the entry-level exam and Personal History Questionnaire, all candidate scores are automatically forwarded to the Newark Division of Police. Candidates who attain a passing score on both the entry-level exam and the physical abilities test may be placed on the department's eligibility list. Newark Division of Police will contact candidates on the list and will invite them to continue to participate in other stages of the department selection process.
National Testing Network (NTN) is a service provided to conduct entry level testing in a standardized, professional environment. National Testing Network (NTN) does not replace the Newark Division of Police's responsibility and decision making in the testing process. All candidate results are provided to Newark Division of Police where the final decisions are made.
Examples of Duties

1. Diligently and thoroughly patrol assigned area.
2. Recognizing and observing suspicious behaviors of persons which may indicate involvement in criminal offenses.
3. Observing traffic flow for violations and issuing warnings or citations to violators in an effort to reduce auto accidents and traffic congestion.
4. Prioritize and promptly respond in a safe manner to all dispatched calls in the City and requests for assistance from other jurisdictions.
5. Complete all special projects, assignments and investigations as assigned.
6. Perform all duties in a professional, accurate, and timely manner.
7. Maintain an acceptable level of competence, professionalism, and ability to ensure duties are performed as outlined in this job description.

Typical Qualifications
Must be 21 years of age and have a valid State of Ohio driver's license. Must be able to pass Civil Service Commission written and physical agility testing. Must reside within, or adjacent to, Licking County as a condition of employment.
Problem Solving: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical and legal instructions in mathematical, written, or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
Supplemental Information
2026 Non-Certified Base Hourly Rate: $30.8364
The City of Newark, Ohio, conforms to all laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. The City of Newark strongly encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. The City of Newark is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family&Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The City of Newark prohibits retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or inwriting, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.
The City of Newark's EEOP Utilization Report is available in the Human Resource Department.
Newark City offers a complete benefits package to full time employees including health care, dental care, life insurance, Flexible Spending Account (FSA), pension, holidays, vacation, sick leave, deferred compensation, and credit union.