Join Our Team
The Cincinnati Police Department (CPD) is an award-winning, nationally recognized law enforcement agency. The Department uses evidence-based policing, intelligence-driven strategies, community involvement, and innovative technology to make Cincinnati one of the safest cities in Ohio.
QUALIFICATIONS
To apply, a candidate must:
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Be at least 20 years old (No maximum age)
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Have a high school diploma or GED
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Have a valid Driver's License
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Reside in Hamilton County or an adjacent county when the Academy starts
SALARY AND BENEFITS
As a police recruit, you'll make $60,242 annually. Once you complete the Police Academy curriculum and graduate, you will immediately be promoted to a police officer. A police officer's salary starts at $79,359 annually and after 5 years reaches $99,740.
SELECTION PROCESS
STEP 1: Complete the online application.
STEP 2: Pass the Physical Assessment Test (PAT) and then the multiple-choice test. View PAT Standards here.
STEP 3: Complete and submit the personal history questionnaire. This requires a compilation of extensive biographical information, references, and fingerprinting.
STEP 4: Complete the background investigation and polygraph. A background investigator will check employment, police, financial, and military records. The investigator will also interview family members, neighbors, supervisors, co-workers, and friends. A polygraph examination will be conducted to confirm the truthfulness of the candidate’s personal history questionnaire.
STEP 5: Interview.
STEP 6: Pass the State Physical Fitness Assessment. View examples of workouts for a variety of skill levels.
STEP 7: After passing the fitness assessment, candidates will receive a medical and psychological evaluation. These evaluations will ensure that the candidate has no physical or mental conditions that would restrict their ability to safely perform the functions of being a police officer.