Police Patrol Officer – City of Urbana

Employer: Urbana Police Division
Location: 205 South Main Street, Urbana, OH 43078
Application Deadline: Friday, October 24, 2025, by 3:00 PM
Testing Date: Saturday, November 1, 2025

​Position Overview
The City of Urbana is seeking applicants for the position of Police Patrol Officer. Officers are responsible for protecting persons and property, responding to calls for service, patrolling to deter and detect crime, investigating complaints, making arrests, and engaging in community problem-solving.
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When not responding to calls, officers are expected to use self-directed time productively, guided by the Division’s Mission Statement, values, and training.

Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following by the date of the exam:

• U.S. Citizen
• Age 21–69
• High school diploma or GED
• Vision correctable to 20/20
• Valid driver’s license

Selection Process
To be considered, applicants must complete and pass the following:

• Written Aptitude Test (Minimum 70%)
• Physical Fitness Test (Pass/Fail)
• Background Investigation (criminal history, driving record, education, prior employment, credit, etc.)
• Polygraph Examination
• Psychological Examination
• Medical Examination
• Drug Screening

Testing Details
📅 Date: Saturday, November 1, 2025
🕗 Time: 8:00 AM (registration opens at 7:00 AM)
📍 Location: Urbana Police Division, 205 South Main Street, Urbana, OH
The Physical Fitness Test will follow at 11:00 AM at the same location, then continue at the Urbana High School Boyce Street Complex (987 Boyce Street, Urbana) or the Simon Kenton Bike Trail (State Route 55 location).

How to Apply
​Applications may be obtained from:
📍 City of Urbana Human Resource Office – 225 South Main Street, Urbana, OH 43078
🌐 Online: www.urbanaohio.com
📅 Deadline: Applications must be returned by Friday, October 24, 2025, at 3:00 PM.

The City of Urbana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act.