How do I know if I qualify?
You must have graduated from an accredited high school or vocational school or equivalent.
Candidates must be within the age range of 21 years through 31 years, no felony
convictions, not currently on probation or parole. Candidates must meet and maintain
medical and physical standards, including but not limited to hearing and vision standards,
as prescribed by the Civil Service Commission and/or the Department of Public Safety,
Division of Police.
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What if I have points on my driver’s
license?
You must possess a valid Ohio driver’s license, free of revocation or suspension.
Candidates having six or more points on their driving record at the time of appointment
will be disqualified from further consideration. Time of appointment is the first day
of paid employment. An applicant having a valid driver’s license from another state
will be accepted conditionally provided that, if selected, an Ohio driver’s license must
be obtained prior to hiring.
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What
happens after I apply?
You will be notified by mail of your date to take the civil service examination. This
examination is open to all who meet the minimum qualifications and requirements listed.
The examination will consist of written tests, physical ability test, physical
fitness test, comprehensive medical and psychological tests and a
thorough background investigation including a polygraph. Candidates who
successfully complete the written examination are eligible for the following bonus
credits. However, bonus credit cannot exceed a total of 25% of the candidate’s
passing written examination grade.
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Do I have to live
in the City of Akron in order to take the test?
A person appointed to this position shall become a resident citizen of the City of Akron
within twelve (12) months of the appointment date and will remain a resident citizen of
the City of Akron during the term of employment. Candidates who have been resident
citizens within the corporate limits of the City of Akron continuously for at least one
year immediately prior to the examination, and who remain resident citizens of the City of
Akron throughout the remainder of the selection process, will have a 15% bonus
added to their passing grades.
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What
bonus points can I get?
Besides the 15% residency bonus, a candidate who has successfully completed accredited
college course work will be awarded additional education credit not to exceed 10% of
his/her passing written examination grade. Candidates must submit proof of college course
work in the form of degrees or official college transcripts with their completed
applications or at the written examination.
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How long is the training for a
police officer?
The Akron Police Department provides a 24 week long training academy at no cost to the
recruit. This academy prepares the candidate for the Ohio Peace Officers certification
test. All law enforcement officers must be certified by the State of Ohio.
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Do I get paid while I’m in the
Academy?
Yes. Recruits are paid the minimum salary for police officers from the very first day of
the academy. After 90 days, the City of Akron also provides, to the recruits and eligible
dependents, hospitalization, surgical, outpatient services, prescription, dental and
vision care insurance protection. Employees are also provided life insurance.
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How do I apply?
Applications may be obtained from the Personnel Department, Suite 130 CitiCenter, 146 S.
High Street, Akron, Ohio 44308, Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., or via the website
at www.AKRONCOPS.ORG.
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When is
the examination?
The written examination will be administered the week of September 15, 2008. You will be
notified by mail approximately one week ahead as to your scheduled session.
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How can the City of Akron
require a maximum age of 31?
Current law permits police departments to set the maximum hiring age of new recruits. An
ordinance was adopted by Akron City Council January 1998, establishing the maximum age of
31.
*Must be 21 years old by September 20, 2008.
*No person shall be permitted into the police academy if they are 32 years old or older.