Police Officer Position – Entry Level

ELYRIA, CITY OF

Elyria, OH

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Candidate Testing, Capacity Requirements Planning (CRP), Community Development, Economic Development, English Language, Finance, Firefighting, Fitness, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), High School Diploma, Home Care, Homeless Services, Income Tax, Legal, Microsoft Windows NT, Parks & Recreation, Recycling, Testing, Time Management, Training Program, Training/Teaching, Tuition Reimbursement, United States Citizen
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Elyria, OH
POSTED
2 days ago

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CITY OF ELYRIA, OHIO POLICE OFFICER POSITION xe2x80x93 ENTRY LEVEL IMMEDIATE HIRING

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INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS

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The Elyria Civil Service Commission is accepting applications for the 2026 POLICE OFFICER examination. Applicants must complete and submit an online application through PoliceApp.com.

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The examination process has two, separately-administered components, i.e., the physical agility test and the written test. The physical agility test is administered first, then the written test. Applicants will be disqualified immediately if they do not pass any portion of the physical agility test.

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

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  • Must be at least 21 years of age, but less than 40 years of age on or before July 18, 2026 n
  • Must be a United States citizen n
  • Must be able to read and write the English language n
  • Must have a valid United States driverxe2x80x99s license n
  • Must have a high school diploma or GED n

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PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST INFORMATION: The physical agility test is a pass/fail rating. In order to pass the physical agility test, all applicants must complete the Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training Program Physical Fitness Standards. The agility test will consist of sit-ups, push-ups and a one-and-a-half-mile run.xc2xa0Agility standards.xc2xa0The agility test will be given at 8:00 a.m. on Saturday, July 18, 2026, at Lorain County Community College, 1005 N. Abbe Rd., Elyria, Ohio, in the Ewing Center Field House. xc2xa0

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WRITTEN TEST INFORMATION: Once the applicant passes the physical agility test, the applicant will move on to the written portion of the test. The written test has several components. In order to pass, an applicant must receive a minimum cumulative score of 75% on the written test,xc2xa0andxc2xa0an applicant may not score below 60% on an individual written test component.

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The written examination will be held on Saturday July 18, 2026, at Lorain County Community College Ewing Center Field House (PE 103). NOTE: this is the same day as the physical agility test. The test will begin at 1:00 p.m. and you must register by 12:30 p.m. You must bring with you a photo-id (preferably a driverxe2x80x99s license); this will be required for entrance to the exam. Also bring with you two (2) No. 2 lead pencils.

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NOTE:xc2xa0If an individual has taken the Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training Program physical fitness test in the last year, it is not necessary to re-take the agility test. It is the applicantsxe2x80x99 responsibility to submit the form, with the application, showing how many sit-ups, push-ups and time of the mile and a half run. This form must be dated and signed by the fitness instructor. The certificate or results must be dated July 18, 2025 or later to be valid andxc2xa0must be turned in with the application.

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BENEFITS: The City of Elyria offers a comprehensive package of great benefits!

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  • 12-hour Shifts n
  • Excellent Life, Medical, Dental, & Vision coverage n
  • Take home support cars n
  • 4 weeks of vacation after 1st year n
  • Excellent training & equipment n
  • Specialty unit bonuses n
  • Longevity pay n
  • Voluntary fitness bonuses n
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  • Yearly clothing allowance n
  • Tuition reimbursement and morexe2x80xa6 n

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BACKGROUND CHECK:Suitable applicants who have passed all portions of the examination, and who have been placed on the Eligibility (for hire) List, may undergo a background check prior to actual hire. In addition to investigating/verifying information contained on the Personal History Questionnaire, the background check may include psychological testing, a polygraph test and drug screening. The background check will also include a criminal history check, a credit check and contact with persons who may have information relative to an applicantxe2x80x99s character and qualifications to be a police officer. If an applicant is found to have given false or deliberately incomplete information at any time, the Civil Service Commission may remove the applicant from the Eligibility List.

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APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications will be accepted beginning Monday June 15, 2026, through Monday July 13, 2026. The completed application form, physical agility certificate, Essential Functions for Police Officer, and any documents for extra credit must be submitted through PoliceApp.com.

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APPLICANTS SHOULD NOT RELY UPON ANY INFORMATION OR ADVICE WHICH DIFFERS FROM THAT IN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT

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Submission of false information will result in disqualification from the application process and/or employment if discovery of falsification occurs after appointment.

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For any questions or additional information call 440-309-2313

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Please direct questions regarding this position to EPDRecruiter@cityofelyria.org

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Jobs close at 11:59 PM (Eastern) on the deadline date specified, or when the position capacity has been met, or unless otherwise specified in the announcement. If the deadline date is not specified in the announcement, the agency has sole discretion on setting the deadline and jobs may close without notice. It is the applicant's responsibility to thoroughly read and understand the deadline requirements and capacity limits as outlined by the agency.

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Applicants are responsible for checking their email and logging into their PoliceApp account to monitor for updates.

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