Patrol Officer
City of Kettering
Kettering, OH
Posted Date
5/07/2026
Description
The City of Kettering is accepting submissions for Full-Time Entry Patrol Officer
Salary & Benefits
2026 Minimum Annual: $81,598
2026 Maximum with Bachelor Degree: $110,198
Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision Plans
Accrued Vacation, Sick and Compensatory Time (Refillable 240 Hours Comp Max)
11 Paid Holidays & 40 Hours Paid Personal Leave per year
10-Hour Patrol Shifts
Paid Academy Training
Paid Ohio equivalency training (if necessary) and Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Overtime per Court Appearance (4 Hours Paid Minimum)
Ohio Police and Fire Pension Plan
Ohio Deferred Compensation Plans
Employee Wellness Program w/ Access to City of Kettering Recreation Facilities
All Equipment and Uniforms Provided Upon Hire
Annual Paid Uniform Allowance and Shift Differential
Relaxed Beard and Tattoo Policy
Professional Development
Special Response Team (SWAT)
Criminal Investigations (Detective) Unit
Vice, Narcotics & Organized Crime Unit
K-9 Unit
Bike Patrol and Motorcycle Unit
Accident Investigation/Reconstruction Team (AIT)
Hostage/Crisis Negotiation Team (HNT)
Evidence Technician Unit
Field Training Officer Unit
School Resource/Community Relations Unit (SRO)
Personnel and Training Officer
Public Information Officer
Crisis Intervention Team (CIT)
Drone Program
Selection Process
The Patrol Officer hiring process consists of the following:
Submit Online Application
Civil Service Oral Exam
Oral Board Interview
Polygraph and Background Investigation
Executive Staff (Chief's) Interview
Conditional Offer of Employment
Post-Conditional Polygraph, Psychological Evaluation, Physical/Drug/Alcohol Screen
(to include Marijuana)
Final Offer of Employment
Minimum Qualifications
At time of appointment candidates must have:
A high school diploma or its equivalent; possess a current Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission (O.P.O.T.C.) peace officer certificate or equivalent peace officer certification in candidate's current state of residency; or
Obtained credit hours equivalent to an Associate Degree (60 semester hours/90 quarter hours) from an accredited college or university; or
Two years of active military service or equivalent years of service in the Reserves or National Guard (active duty or reserves) with a satisfactory service record or honorable discharge.
Physical Condition: Must be physically capable of performing essential police duties and pass a thorough medical examination, where applicable, candidate must meet Academy minimum physical fitness entrance standards as required by Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission (O.P.O.T.C.); and a drug/alcohol screen.
Ohio Operator's License - Appointee must possess, obtain and maintain a valid State of Ohio Operator's License.
U.S. Citizen - Must be 21 years of age and eligible to work in the United States at the time of appointment.
*Certain criminal convictions, poor choices, or other behaviors may disqualify you from consideration for employment as a Patrol Officer.
*Tattoos on the ears, head, face and hands, including fingers, or anything that undermines the City or Departmental values, may also disqualify you from consideration.
For more information, including how to apply, please visit /jobs. Application deadline is 5 p.m. EST on June 8, 2026. Out of state applicants encouraged to apply.
Information or Questions
Please contact Human Resources at or ... or the KPD Personnel & Training Unit at or ....
For more information, including how to apply, please visit /jobs. Application deadline is 5 p.m. EST on June 8, 2026. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis. Out-of-state applicants are encouraged to apply.
The City of Kettering is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary
81,598.00 - 110,198.00 Annual
Field
Police
Highest Educational Degree Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Job Type
Entry Level | Lateral Transfer
City of Kettering
Kettering, OH
Posted Date
5/07/2026
Description
The City of Kettering is accepting submissions for Full-Time Entry Patrol Officer
Salary & Benefits
2026 Minimum Annual: $81,598
2026 Maximum with Bachelor Degree: $110,198
Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision Plans
Accrued Vacation, Sick and Compensatory Time (Refillable 240 Hours Comp Max)
11 Paid Holidays & 40 Hours Paid Personal Leave per year
10-Hour Patrol Shifts
Paid Academy Training
Paid Ohio equivalency training (if necessary) and Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Overtime per Court Appearance (4 Hours Paid Minimum)
Ohio Police and Fire Pension Plan
Ohio Deferred Compensation Plans
Employee Wellness Program w/ Access to City of Kettering Recreation Facilities
All Equipment and Uniforms Provided Upon Hire
Annual Paid Uniform Allowance and Shift Differential
Relaxed Beard and Tattoo Policy
Professional Development
Special Response Team (SWAT)
Criminal Investigations (Detective) Unit
Vice, Narcotics & Organized Crime Unit
K-9 Unit
Bike Patrol and Motorcycle Unit
Accident Investigation/Reconstruction Team (AIT)
Hostage/Crisis Negotiation Team (HNT)
Evidence Technician Unit
Field Training Officer Unit
School Resource/Community Relations Unit (SRO)
Personnel and Training Officer
Public Information Officer
Crisis Intervention Team (CIT)
Drone Program
Selection Process
The Patrol Officer hiring process consists of the following:
Submit Online Application
Civil Service Oral Exam
Oral Board Interview
Polygraph and Background Investigation
Executive Staff (Chief's) Interview
Conditional Offer of Employment
Post-Conditional Polygraph, Psychological Evaluation, Physical/Drug/Alcohol Screen
(to include Marijuana)
Final Offer of Employment
Minimum Qualifications
At time of appointment candidates must have:
A high school diploma or its equivalent; possess a current Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission (O.P.O.T.C.) peace officer certificate or equivalent peace officer certification in candidate's current state of residency; or
Obtained credit hours equivalent to an Associate Degree (60 semester hours/90 quarter hours) from an accredited college or university; or
Two years of active military service or equivalent years of service in the Reserves or National Guard (active duty or reserves) with a satisfactory service record or honorable discharge.
Physical Condition: Must be physically capable of performing essential police duties and pass a thorough medical examination, where applicable, candidate must meet Academy minimum physical fitness entrance standards as required by Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission (O.P.O.T.C.); and a drug/alcohol screen.
Ohio Operator's License - Appointee must possess, obtain and maintain a valid State of Ohio Operator's License.
U.S. Citizen - Must be 21 years of age and eligible to work in the United States at the time of appointment.
*Certain criminal convictions, poor choices, or other behaviors may disqualify you from consideration for employment as a Patrol Officer.
*Tattoos on the ears, head, face and hands, including fingers, or anything that undermines the City or Departmental values, may also disqualify you from consideration.
For more information, including how to apply, please visit /jobs. Application deadline is 5 p.m. EST on June 8, 2026. Out of state applicants encouraged to apply.
Information or Questions
Please contact Human Resources at or ... or the KPD Personnel & Training Unit at or ....
For more information, including how to apply, please visit /jobs. Application deadline is 5 p.m. EST on June 8, 2026. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews will be scheduled on a rolling basis. Out-of-state applicants are encouraged to apply.
The City of Kettering is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary
81,598.00 - 110,198.00 Annual
Field
Police
Highest Educational Degree Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Job Type
Entry Level | Lateral Transfer
Job ID: 521979891
Originally Posted on: 5/21/2026
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