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Hilliard Division of Police
Hiring process, pay research and preparation guide.
What we have researched
- Published 2026 annual academy pay
- $74,131
- Published 2026 annual field-training pay
- $79,248
Researched hiring process & preparation
Minimum requirements
- Age 21 by appointment; original appointment cannot be after age 45. Diploma/GED, valid driver license and qualifying background required. Confirm the complete current disqualifier policy.
Lateral entry
Separate lateral requirements and training arrangements need confirmation.
Recruiting contact
Police recruiting
HPDRecruiting@hilliardohio.govHiring outline
- Application, written exam, preliminary fitness, screening committee, background, polygraph/CVSA, final interviews, psychological/medical/drug testing; hiring recommendation after passing.
Physical testing
Preliminary fitness required; numeric standards unverified. Medical includes vision/cardiorespiratory review; request assigned instructions.
Benefits
Needs confirmation
Hiring incentives
Availability and terms need confirmation.
Recruits attend an OPOTA academy, then 15 weeks of field training; certified applicants may bypass academy. Confirm conditional-offer timing and current intake. A generic application link does not prove an opening.
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What minimum requirements are recorded for Hilliard Division of Police?
Age 21 by appointment; original appointment cannot be after age 45. Diploma/GED, valid driver license and qualifying background required. Confirm the complete current disqualifier policy. These are selected requirements, not the complete current eligibility or disqualifier list.
What salary information is available for Hilliard Division of Police?
Published 2026 annual academy pay: $74,131; Published 2026 annual field-training pay: $79,248. Confirm current rates and your eligible step with the employer.
What hiring process does Hilliard Division of Police describe?
Application, written exam, preliminary fitness, screening committee, background, polygraph/CVSA, final interviews, psychological/medical/drug testing; hiring recommendation after passing.
What physical testing information is available for Hilliard Division of Police?
Preliminary fitness required; numeric standards unverified. Medical includes vision/cardiorespiratory review; request assigned instructions.
Is Hilliard Division of Police hiring now?
Current hiring status and application deadlines are not verified. A recruiting page alone does not confirm an opening. Use the employer’s current announcement before applying.
When was this Hilliard Division of Police research reviewed?
This partial profile was reviewed 2026-10-22. That is not a vacancy verification date, and reading this page does not refresh the underlying research.
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