Crime & Safety
Want To Be A Cop? Avon Is Hiring
A civil service exam will be held August 4, the department said. It's open U.S. citizens over the age of 21.
AVON, OH — Always wanted to be a police officer? This could be the opportunity. The Avon Police Department is hiring new officers.
The department is holding a civil service exam on August 4 at Avon High School. Applicants must be at least 21 and must have a valid Ohio's driver's license and a high school diploma or GED-equivalent.
The salary for hired officers will range from $59,675.20 to $74,588.80, the police department said on social media. There are also state pension and medical, dental and vision benefits.
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Applicants will need to pass a physical agility exam, which includes sit-ups, push-ups and a 1.5 mile run. To see the agility exam, click here.
Applicants will also need to download and fill out an employment application, which can be found by clicking here.
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