Job Abstract

CITY OF CLEVELAND
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION ANNOUNCEMENT# CS2024 - 042 DE

APPROVED C.S.C. MEETING MINUTES: 04/12/2024

Patrol Officer OPOTA Certified Examination
(NON-COMPETITIVE)

This is NOT a posting for entry level police officers; this posting is ONLY for persons holding a current OPOTA Peace Officer certification.

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THE ELECTRONIC APPLICATION PERIOD IS FROM 12:01 A.M. ON FRIDAY, APRIL 12 2024

UNTIL 11:59 PM. ON TUESDAY, MAY 21 2024. NOTE: APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AFTER 11:59 PM ON TUESDAY, MAY 21 2024

SALARY: The prevailing salary for this position as established by Ordinance of the Council of the City of Cleveland is $62,651 - $84,387 per year.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION:

EXPERIENCE EVALUATION: An experience evaluation consists of a quantitative evaluation of an Applicant’s academic training and experience pertinent to the classification for which an examination is taken, based on the statement of experience as recorded on the candidate’s application and on academic training based on required credentials. (100% of score)

If additional information is required, a message will be sent to the email address provided in your application. You will be notified via email of the time, date, and location of the examination.

Engage in an active public safety role by responding to emergencies of various degrees; protecting citizens and property; understanding and upholding the Constitution of the United States; understanding and enforcing all State of Ohio and City of Cleveland criminal and motor vehicle laws; and promoting positive and effective community policing and relations through empathy, service mindset, open-mindedness, willingness to problem solve, adaptability, and self-control.

Responds to emergency calls and or calls for service, surveillance work, criminal investigations. Including but not limited to: analyzing the elements of an incident to determine the correct application of laws as necessary; de-escalation of and resolution of physical and verbal conflicts; initiating the physical arrest of violators; administering emergency medical care such as first aid and CPR; and collecting and preserve evidence as required.

Community policing. Including but not limited to: Routinely and proactively engage and listen to the community through its citizens and business owners to learn community priorities, identify potential safety concerns and create effective partnerships to co-produce public safety.

Patrolling neighborhoods. Including but not limited to: vehicle traffic stops and the issuing of citations; directing and rerouting traffic around fires and or other physical disruptions; dispersing unruly crowds and being prepared for physical and/or violent confrontations; communicating with dispatch, colleagues and supervisors by radio and monitoring transmissions while actively patrolling.

Report preparation and adherence to the Cleveland Division of Police Orders and Rules and Regulations. Including but not limited to: Submitting incident and summary reports accurately and in a timely manner; adhering to all administrative orders; maintaining communication with supervisors and management as directed.

Consult with supervisors and prosecutors for the effective application of laws. Including but not limited to: Physical issuance of warrants in dangerous circumstances; testifying in court; and preparing probable cause affidavits upon request.

Must be willing and capable of carrying any Divisional issued weapon and wearing any Divisional issued equipment.

Testifies at administrative or judicial proceedings as required.

Assist other City of Cleveland Departments/Divisions as needed in emergency calls. Take assignments in special details. Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

AGE: Applicant must be a minimum of 21 years of age and no older than 54 years of age AT THE TIME OF APPOINTMENT TO THE CITY OF CLEVELAND POLICE TRAINING ACADEMY.

CERTIFICATION: Applicants must have Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (O.P.O.T.A) certification or proof of completion of OPOTA training; those completing training must obtain and provide a copy of their certification.

EDUCATION: Applicants must indicate in their application, and present proof at the time of filing, that they have received a High School Diploma* from an accredited educational institution or have satisfactorily completed the General Education Development Test (GED). One of the following must be attached to your application in either a PDF or JPEG format at the time of filing:

1. High School Diploma
2. GED
3. Letter on official stationery from High School or Board of Education stating that the applicant did graduate.
4. DD-214 (Separation from Active Duty) which specifically indicates the individual graduated from High School or passed the General Education Development Test.

*If the applicant graduated from, for example, a Charter School was home schooled, or graduated from a school outside of Ohio applicant MUST be able to document that the requirements of the state in which the diploma/GED was issued were met.

EXPERIENCE: Expressed in your RESUME

DRIVER’S LICENSE

Applicant must have a valid State of Ohio Driver’s License PRIOR to appointment to the Police Academy.

CITIZENSHIP

Applicant must be a citizen of the United States PRIOR to appointment to the Police Academy.

WORK HOURS

A Police Cadet and Patrol Officers must be available to work any shift on any day of the week.

Minimum qualifications must be met as of the last day of the filing period. Any applicant that willfully provides any false document, statement, or certification in regard to any test will be terminated from all processing, removed from any eligible list, and may face possible criminal prosecution.

ADDITIONAL SELECTION PROCEDURES

ADDITIONAL SELECTION PROCEDURES

Applicants who are selected will be subject to the following evaluation steps:

Physical Abilities Examination: The test is designed to evaluate physical ability to perform the duties of a Patrol Officer. You will be scored on a pass/fail basis, based on the time, number of repetitions, etc. required for you to complete the test. The standards for the components of the exam (which are based on age and gender), can be found at the end of this announcement.

Drug Screening: Each applicant shall undergo an examination for drug usage. This examination may be in the form of urinalysis. Any applicant whose results from the drug screening examination are determined to be positive shall be removed from the eligibility list unless such results can be satisfactorily related to the advice of a recognized medical practitioner. Drug screening may also be conducted after appointment to the academy.

Background Investigation: Background investigation and evaluation may include interviews with present and previous employers. Neighbors and family may also be contacted as part of the investigation. In addition, an in-person interview with the applicant may also be part of this process. There will also be a check of Local and State Police and FBI records, both adult and juvenile, and Bureau of Motor Vehicle records will be made. The background test also includes review of sealed and expunged records. Unsatisfactory findings in one or more of these areas may be cause for removal from the Civil Service eligibility list. Conviction of a felony is absolute grounds for removal from the list. Any applicant convicted of a felony will be removed from the eligible list and will receive no further consideration. There are also misdemeanor convictions that would result in the removal of an applicant from the eligibility list.

Psychological Evaluation: A psychological evaluation to determine the applicant’s emotional suitability to perform all aspects of the job will be conducted. Each applicant may be required to take several written examinations. These, along with the results of the background investigation, will be submitted to one or more psychologist(s)/psychiatrist(s) who will interview the candidates. All records of the psychological and background examinations will be made available to the Civil Service Commission. The Commission will review such records and make the final determination of each applicant’s suitability for removal from the eligible list.

Medical Examination: Any appointment to the position of Patrol Officer will be conditioned upon passing a pre- employment medical examination conducted in accordance with the provisions of Title I of the Federal American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA). A copy of the ADA may be obtained online.

Supplemental Information

LIFE OF THE ELIGIBILITY LIST

The life of the eligibility list from this examination will not exceed six (6) months from the date the list is established. Candidates will remain eligible for no more than six months from the date they have been added to the eligibility list. The Secretary of the Civil Service Commission reserves the right to extend the life of the eligible list per Civil Service Rule 5.20.

NOTE: PURSUANT TO THE CHARTER OF THE CITY OF CLEVELAND AND RULES OF THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION AND THE OHIO REVISED CODE:

THE POLICE TRAINING ACADEMY

The Police Training Academy will include classes in the greater Cleveland area. Candidates being considered for appointment into an Academy class will be provided specific information about the Academy at the time they are selected.

WAIVER OF RULES

The Civil Service Commission hereby waives all applicable rules or portions of its rules which may or may not conflict with the Charter of the City of Cleveland and/or litigation involving this examination. In particular:

1. Rule 4.30D (The waiver of this Rule shall mean that a medical examination will not be administered prior to the establishment of the eligible list.)
2. Rule 4.30F (The waiver of this Rule shall mean that applicants who fail the psychological examination may obtain a re-examination to gain a second opinion.)
3. Rule 6.80 (The waiver of this Rule shall mean that the probationary period for Patrol Officer shall be fixed at six months upon Appointment after completion of the Police Academy; cadets in the Academy also have a probationary period which commences the first day of the Academy.)

The aforementioned Civil Service Rules are hereby waived either in their entirety or in part. The Commission retains the right to waive other Rule requirements as appropriate.

Applicants having questions regarding these waivers should contact the Civil Service Office at (216) 664-2467.

PHYSICAL FITNESS ASSESSMENT REQUIREMENTS

The Physical Fitness Assessment is broken down into three events: One minute of pushups; One minute of sit ups; and a 1.5 mile run. Each event is further broken down into age groups as well as by gender.

On the following chart, the minimum number of repetitions for the pushups and the sit ups for each group is indicated. The maximum number of minutes and seconds allowed for the 1.5 mile run for each group is also noted.

ONE MINUTE PUSH UPS

ONE MINUTE SIT UPS

1.5 MILE RUN

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin/ancestry, military status, disability, age and religion.