Division of Police - Recruitment
Make a difference, serve your community! Interested in becoming a Columbus Police officer? Our division offers rewarding careers with outstanding benefits. Help us promote our core values: Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.
Competitive Salary & Benefits Package
The Columbus Division of Police offers an attractive wage and benefit package that is competitive with private business and other major police departments. Learn more about our
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Columbus Police Job Recruiting Seminar
Our Columbus Police seminars are a great way to learn about a rewarding career with outstanding benefits. You get the chance to speak with officers and receive hands on training.
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Police Applicant Study Skills (P.A.S.S.)
P.A.S.S. is designed to assist candidates who have filed their application and are preparing to take the Entry Level Police Officer Examination. Recruiters will review information provided in the study guide.
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Cadet Program
The Columbus Division of Police Recruiting Unit was tasked with developing a three-year Cadet program encompassing a sixteen-week curriculum that will train “Police Cadets.”
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Public Safety Corps
The Public Safety Corps is for young men and women who are interested in a career in law enforcement. Offering experiential learning with lots of fun-filled, hands-on activities.
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CITIZEN RIDE ALONGS
Have you ever wondered how it may feel being a police officer on patrol? Now is your chance... Experience a day-in-the-life of our dedicated men and women officers on a ride-along. - learn more