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Ohio University Police Department
Hiring process, pay research and preparation guide.
What we have researched
- Academy rate effective July 1, 2026 — hourly, not annualized
- $23.76/hour
- Published annual base after academy
- $58,136/year
- Published top officer annual base
- $85,114/year
Researched hiring process & preparation
Minimum requirements
- Age 21 at appointment, diploma or equivalent, basic literacy and math skills, and a valid driver license. Hold OPOTA certification or complete academy and certification after appointment; confirm current classification requirements.
Lateral entry
Prior policing may support advanced step; valid certification required for fitness exemption.
Recruiting contact
Lt. Chris Russell
russelc3@ohio.edu740-593-1911Hiring outline
- Apply and complete fitness testing unless exempt through current OPOTA certification.
- Complete the written exam, two oral boards and a community panel.
- Complete background and polygraph screening.
- After a conditional offer, complete psychological and medical clearance before the final offer.
Physical testing
One-minute sit-ups and push-ups, followed by a 1.5-mile run, using age/sex-adjusted standards. Current OPOTA certificate holders are exempt; request the assigned protocol.
Benefits
Needs confirmation
Hiring incentives
Availability and terms need confirmation.
The recruitment page invites applications, while the general overview describes a typical December/January annual cycle. Confirm the current role and application window directly. No deadline is verified here. Sworn university employer, distinct from Athens city police.
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What minimum requirements are recorded for Ohio University Police Department?
Age 21 at appointment, diploma or equivalent, basic literacy and math skills, and a valid driver license. Hold OPOTA certification or complete academy and certification after appointment; confirm current classification requirements. These are selected requirements, not the complete current eligibility or disqualifier list.
What lateral-entry information is available for Ohio University Police Department?
Prior policing may support advanced step; valid certification required for fitness exemption.
What salary information is available for Ohio University Police Department?
Academy rate effective July 1, 2026 — hourly, not annualized: $23.76/hour; Published annual base after academy: $58,136/year; Published top officer annual base: $85,114/year. Confirm current rates and your eligible step with the employer.
What hiring process does Ohio University Police Department describe?
Apply and complete fitness testing unless exempt through current OPOTA certification. Complete the written exam, two oral boards and a community panel. Complete background and polygraph screening. After a conditional offer, complete psychological and medical clearance before the final offer.
What physical testing information is available for Ohio University Police Department?
One-minute sit-ups and push-ups, followed by a 1.5-mile run, using age/sex-adjusted standards. Current OPOTA certificate holders are exempt; request the assigned protocol.
Is Ohio University Police Department 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 Ohio University Police Department 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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