City of Warren
391 Mahoning Ave. N.W.
Warren, Ohio 44483
Phone: 330-841-2610

Position Title: Police Officer (Full-Time)
Salary: $45,000 - $64,000 plus benefits and shift differential

Pay Scale:

4+ years: $29.27/hr, increasing to $29.86 and $30.46 in 2025
3-4 years: $27.81/hr, increasing to $28.37 and $28.94
2-3 years: $26.34/hr, increasing to $26.87 and $27.41
1-2 years: $24.15/hr, increasing to $24.63 and $25.13
0-1 years: $21.95/hr, increasing to $22.40 and $22.85
Incentives:
Successful applicants who accept employment will receive a $10,000 retention bonus and full reimbursement for OPOTA certification, contingent on a five-year commitment.

Benefits:

Police & Fire Pension Pick-up
Deferred Retirement (DROP)
Shift Differential for 2nd and 3rd Shifts
Clothing/Uniform Allowance
Paid Sick, Personal, Vacation, and Compensatory Time
13 Paid Holidays
Education and Attendance Bonuses
Longevity Pay
Life, Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Personal Liability Insurance
OPBA Union
Contact Person:
For inquiries, contact Sgt. Mark Krempasky in Professional Standards Internal Affairs at 330-841-2778.

Department Overview
Established in 1867, the Warren Police Department serves the citizens of Warren with a dedicated team of 70 officers committed to public safety and community partnerships. By working with local, state, and federal law enforcement, the department addresses community needs and provides proactive policing to protect persons and property.

The City of Warren is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Additional Incentives:

Promotion Opportunities
Overtime and Side Jobs
Specialized Training
4 Ten-Hour Work Days
Access to Fitness Gym and Firearms Range
Virtra Simulator
Specialty Units:

Patrol Division
Criminal and Traffic Investigations
Police Management
Street Crimes/Narcotics
Forensics/Crime Scene
Court Security
School Resource Officer
Tactical Entry Team
K-9 Unit
City Information:
Located in Northeast Ohio, 50 miles southeast of Cleveland, Warren spans 16 square miles with a population of about 38,200, making it the largest city in Trumbull County and a key part of the Youngstown-Warren-Boardman Metropolitan Area.

Job Requirements
Age: 21-40 years at time of appointment
Citizenship: U.S. Citizen or intent to become one
Education: High School Graduate or GED
License: Valid drivers license
Language: Ability to read and speak English
Vision: Correctable to 20/20
Certification: OPOTA certification required at appointment
Additional Requirements:
Candidates must have a valid police officer physical agility certificate from Cuyahoga Community College or an OPOTA certificate within one year prior to applying.

Hiring Process:
Applicants must pass the NTN entrance exam with a minimum score of 70%, complete the Public Safety Self-Assessment (PSSA), and submit the Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ). Qualifying candidates will provide a valid physical agility test certificate and undergo background screening, polygraph test, drug screening, psychological evaluation, physical exam, and a panel interview.

Additional Credits for NTN Exam:

Veteran: 20% credit for Ohio veterans with 180+ days of duty and honorable discharge
Law Enforcement Experience: 20% credit for those with 2,080+ hours as a law enforcement officer
Associate Degree: 10% credit with 20+ quarter units in relevant courses
Bachelors Degree: 20% credit with 45+ quarter units in relevant courses
Note: Maximum combined bonus credits cannot exceed 20%.

Potential Disqualifiers
Applicants' criminal, driving, drug, employment, and financial histories will be reviewed and could affect eligibility for employment with the City of Warren.