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Police Assistant Jobs Near Me

Police Officer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$72K - $95K/yr

... to assist citizens in a wide range of emergency and non-emergency situations Takes proper ... Ohio Police Officer Training Academy certificate or the ability to attend and successfully complete ...

Police Officer

Gahanna, OH · On-site

$72K - $95K/yr

... to assist citizens in a wide range of emergency and non-emergency situations. Takes proper ... Ohio Police Officer Training Academy certificate or the ability to attend and successfully complete ...

Police Officer

Reynoldsburg, OH · On-site

$74K - $117K/yr

A police Officer answers calls when a crime is suspected or an emergency exists and takes such actions as are necessary to prevent crime, to apprehend criminals, to maintain safety, and to assist ...

Police Officer

Reynoldsburg, OH · On-site

$74K - $117K/yr

A police Officer answers calls when a crime is suspected or an emergency exists and takes such actions as are necessary to prevent crime, to apprehend criminals, to maintain safety, and to assist ...

Police Officer- Lateral

Columbus, OH · On-site

$72K - $95K/yr

Job Summary The Gahanna Division of Police is now seeking applications for lateral police officer ... to assist citizens in a wide range of emergency and non-emergency situations. Takes proper ...

... assistant responsibilities, fire prevention responsibilities, train new officers and student ... Police Department Oral Review Board * Personal History Questionnaire * Truth Verification ...

Police Officer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$25.87/hr

Perform dispatch or administrative assistant responsibilities, fire prevention responsibilities ... Must be a graduate of the Police Academy and certified in the State of Ohio; three years prior ...

Perform dispatch or administrative assistant responsibilities, fire prevention responsibilities ... Must be a graduate of the Police Academy and certified in the State of Ohio; three years prior ...

Police Officer

Columbus, OH · On-site

$25.87/hr

Perform dispatch or administrative assistant responsibilities, fire prevention responsibilities ... Must be a graduate of the Police Academy and certified in the State of Ohio; three years prior ...

For purposes of 42 USC 12101 Makes charging decisions following review and evaluation of police ... Serve as full-time assistant prosecutorial representative of all local law enforcement agencies ...

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As of Sep 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for police assistant in the United States is $22.48, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $25.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Police Officer

City of Gahanna

Columbus, OH • On-site

$72K - $95K/yr

Full-time

Posted 5 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Conduct patrol activities in a specified geographical area to maintain a visible police presence.

  • Respond to calls related to suspected crimes or emergencies, taking actions to prevent crime or apprehend suspects.

  • Initiate reports, make arrests, process prisoners, conduct investigations, share intelligence, and coordinate police resources.


Job description

Job Summary The Gahanna Division of Police is seeking diverse, motivated and qualified individuals for the position of Police Officer. Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on October 1, 2026. National Testing Network test scores will be accepted from tests taken between March 1, 2026 - October 8, 2026.

NTN has online testing options available. You must apply with the City of Gahanna by 11:59 PM on October 1, 2026 in order for your NTN score to be accepted. Come join one of central Ohio's leaders in policing.

Be a part of a diverse workforce that provides for the safe travel for motorists, pursues excellence in service delivery, and works to reduce the rate and fear of crime all while keeping the City of Gahanna a safe place to live, work and raise a family. To view the job description for Police Officer, click here. For more information on the hiring process, read the 2026 Applicant Packet.

To view the packet, visit https://www.gahanna.gov/184/Join-Our-Team Essential Job Functions The position of Police Officer is under the general supervision of the Field Services Lieutenant and under the direct supervision of a Sergeant. The individual assuming this position will be responsible for providing a highly visible, professional police presence while conducting patrol activities in a specified geographical area. Answers calls when a crime is suspected or an emergency exists; takes such actions as necessary to prevent crime and/or to apprehend a criminal; to maintain safety and to assist citizens in a wide range of emergency and non-emergency situations

Takes proper enforcement action as necessary and required to maintain the order, safety and general welfare of the city of Gahanna utilizing the United States Constitution, the Ohio Revised Code and Gahanna Codified Ordinances. Initiates reports, affects arrests, processes prisoners, conducts investigations in cooperation with detectives, shares intelligence information, and coordinates police resources; observes and identifies potential problem areas within the community. Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience: High school graduate or equivalent Minimum of 21 years of age at time of original appointment not to exceed 40 years of age at time of original appointment (Gahanna Code 139.04) Must be a United States citizen The location of an officer's residence must be such that if an officer is contacted and called back to duty in an emergency, the officer can report to the station, ready for duty, within sixty minutes of being contacted

New officers must meet this requirement within six months of appointment. Visual acuity - both eyes must have corrected vision of 20/30 Licenses and Certificates: Current and valid Ohio Driver's License with an acceptable driver's abstract in order to meet criteria for insurability established by the City of Gahanna. Ohio Police Officer Training Academy certificate or the ability to attend and successfully complete a residential police academy as required for appointment.

Important Job Functions Why Gahanna. Named one of the 'Best Hometowns' by Ohio Magazine, Gahanna offers 750+ acres of parkland, vibrant neighborhoods, opportunities for business growth and more. Only eight miles from downtown Columbus and minutes away from the John Glenn Columbus International Airport, Gahanna is a choice location for business and leisure.

With a strong emphasis on community, family and fun, Gahanna offers a wide variety of seasonal and special events. The City of Gahanna and the Gahanna Division of Police are Equal Opportunity Employers.