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Recruiting Unit 1120 Morse Rd.  
Columbus, OH 43229
(614) 645-4642          
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Recruiting Job Seminar

The 2022 CPD Police Officer Job Seminar was held virtually on February 19th, 2022. View the recording from this seminar HERE. (Password: tr6u#0h0)  

  • Learn about a rewarding career with outstanding benefits.
  • Speak with officers and receive hands on training.
  • If attending the Job Seminar, please wear fitness apparel.
  • Multiple guided 20 minute informational sessions covering many subjects, including our hiring process, and other topics of interest.
  • Please be on time for the start of the Job Seminar.   


    Archived Seminar Videos

    Welcome from Mayor Andrew Ginther
    Council President Shannon Hardin
    Chief Elaine Bryant
    Introduction from the Recruiting Unit Sgt. Smith-Hughes
    Test Prep / How to Apply
    Human Resources
    Background Unit
    Stress Test
    Physical Fitness
    Police Academy / Defensive Tactics Preview
    Firearms Training
    Specialty Units (Mobile Crisis)
    Inspirational Words from Commander Alli
    Closing Remarks