CITY OF ELYRIA, OHIO LATERAL TRANSFER POOL POLICE OFFICER POSITION 2015 INFORMATION AND INSTRUCTIONS MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Must have a current State of Ohio OPOTA Peace Officer certificate and be either full or part time in a police officer position in any jurisdiction in the State of Ohio Must be a United States citizen Must be able to read and write the English language Must possess a valid State of Ohio driver s license Must possess a high school diploma or GED PHYSICAL FITNESS: The applicant must take and pass a physical fitness test. The test is equivalent to the requirements for entry level candidates (see attached requirements). If the applicant has taken the OPOTA standard physical fitness within the last year (must be dated April 25, 2014, or later) it is not required to take the fitness test again. It is the applicant s responsibility to submit the form, with the application, showing how many sit ups, push-ups and the time of the mile and a half run. This form must be dated and signed by the fitness instructor. Please Note: The requirements for this exam have been reduced by 10% for the sit-ups and push-ups and increased 10% for the mile and a half run. If you have taken this test within the last year and meet the 10% requirement, you can submit the required form as mentioned above. It is the applicant s responsibility to schedule the physical fitness test. The physical fitness test will be held at Lorain County Community College, 1005 N. Abbe Rd., Elyria, Ohio, in the Fitness Center on April 25, 2015. Registration starts at 8:00 a.m. and you must register by 8:30 a.m. The fee is $25.00 and is paid by the applicant (check or money order payable to Lorain County Community College). The fee and waiver form (attached) must be submitted at the time of registration. The deadline to register is no later than April 22, 2015, at 12:00 p.m., NO EXCEPTIONS. There are two ways to register: Mail in the fee & waiver form to the address above, to the attention of Patty Ferritto, or register in person at the address noted above between the hours of 7:30 am 3:30 pm, Monday - Friday. If you are mailing in the registration, it must be received by the college by the deadline listed above. No refunds will be given. On the day of the physical fitness you must bring with you a photo I.D. If you have any questions, please call 440-366-7225.
ORAL ASSESSMENT INTERVIEW: Each applicant will be assessed by a three member interview panel and be ranked by the panel. Once this assessment interview process is complete each applicant will be ranked by score and be placed on a lateral transfer pool list to be considered for hire. The oral assessments will be held the week of May 4, 2015. You will be notified by mail of the date and time of your assessment, after the physical fitness portion of the exam. BACKGROUND CHECK: Once the lateral transfer pool list is certified by the civil service commission, each applicant shall undergo a background check prior to consideration by the appointing authority. You must complete and submit the Personal History Statement Police Officer form with your application. Go to www.cityofelyria.org, click on Departments then Civil Service then Personal History Statement- Police Officer. You can complete the form online and email it to civilservice@cityofelyria.org or you can download the form and submit it with your application. DEADLINE The completed civil service application, resume, copy of OPOTA certificate and background check packet, must be submitted no later than April 22, 2015 at 12:00 p.m. NO EXCEPTIONS! In the event an applicant for lateral transfer is unsuccessful, the applicant may elect to be considered under the Civil Service entry level process. An applicant shall receive 15% extra credit for meeting the requirements of the Lateral Transfer Pool. Submission of false information will result in disqualification from the application process, lateral transfer pool list, appointment, and/or employment if discovery of falsification occurs after appointment. You may submit your civil service application packet in two ways: 1. You may submit your application materials in person at Elyria City Hall, Safety Service Director Office (3 rd floor), 131 Court Street, Elyria, Ohio 44035 from 8:00 a.m. 4:30 p.m. Monday Friday. You may also submit application materials in person at Elyria City Hall, Civil Service Commission office (2 nd floor) on Wednesdays from 4:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 2. You may submit your application by mail to the Elyria Civil Service Commission, 131 Court Street, Elyria, Ohio 44035. Mailed information must be RECEIVED by the deadline above. For any questions or additional information call 440-326-1559
CITY OF ELYRIA, OHIO LATERAL TRANSFER POOL POLICE OFFICER POSITION APPLICATION Received by civil service commission Received by civil service commission Date Time Date Time Attach your resume and any other information you think relevant to our consideration of your application. It is the policy of the City of Elyria to seek and employ the best qualified individuals for all positions, to provide equal opportunity for the advancement of employees, including upgrading, promotion and training, and to administer these activities in a manner which will not discriminate against any person because of race, religion, sex, age, disability, marital or veterans status, color or national origin. PERSONAL INFORMATION Last Name First Name Middle Init. Home Address City State Zip Home Phone Other Phone Email Address (Optional) Social Security No. Date of Birth Driver s License No. EDUCATION Name of College Type of Degree Major Area of Study High School Years Completed Date of Diploma or GED EMPLOYMENT Present Employer Address Date Started Starting Pay Ending Pay Phone No. Please check: Full Time Part Time
Duties Performed Name, Title and phone number of Immediate Supervisor I certify that the information contained in this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that false statements or omissions on this application are grounds for immediate disqualification or dismissal upon discovery thereof. Signature of Applicant Date
OHIO PEACE OFFICER BASIC TRAINING PROGRAM PHYSICAL FITNESS REQUIREMENTS 2015 ELYRIA POLICE OFFICER LATERAL TRANSFER POOL EXAM Age and Gender Minimum Scores Males (<29) Females (<29) Sit-ups (1 min.) 36 31 Push-ups (1 min.) 29 16 1.5 Mile Run 13:10 15:41 Males (30-39) Females (30-39) Sit-ups (1 min.) 32 24 Push-ups (1 min.) 24 12 1.5 Mile Run 13:40 16:45 Males (40-49) Females (40-49) Sit-ups (1 min.) 27 19 Push-ups (1 min.) 18 9 1.5 Mile Run 14:24 17:50 Males (50-59) Females (50-59) Sit-ups (1 min.) 23 15 Push-ups (1 min.) 13 11* Modified 1.5 Mile Run 16:00 19:54 Males (60+) Females (60+) Sit-ups (1 min.) 18 7 Push-ups (1 min.) 13 7* Modified 1.5 Mile Run 17:57 22:09 *Modified form per OPOTC Lesson Plan
Warm-up: Before each test, all applicants will be permitted time to warm-up to prepare them self for the test. SIT UP INSTRUCTIONS: Assume the starting position by lying on your back with your knees bent at a 90- degree angle. Your feet may be together or up to 12 inches apart. Another person will hold your ankles with the hands only. No other method of bracing or holding the feet is authorized. The heel is the only part of your foot that must stay in contact with the ground. Your fingers must be interlocked behind your head. Your arms and elbows need not touch the ground. Begin raising your upper body forward to, or beyond, the vertical position. The vertical position means that the base of your neck is above the base of your spine. After you have reached or surpassed the vertical position, lower your body until the bottom of your shoulder blades touch the ground. A repetition will not count if you fail to reach the vertical position, fail to keep your fingers interlocked behind your head, arch or bow your back and raise your buttocks off the ground to raise your upper body, or let your knees exceed a 90-degree angle. The up position is the only authorized rest position. If you stop and rest in the down (starting) position, the event will be terminated. You may not use your hands or any other means to pull or push yourself up to the up (resting) position or to hold yourself in the rest position. If you do so, your performance in the event will be terminated. You will have one minute to perform as many sit-ups as you can.
PUSH UP INSTRUCTIONS: Assume the front-leaning rest position by placing your hands where they are comfortable for you. Your feet may be together or up to 12 inches apart. When viewed from the side, your body should form a generally straight line from your shoulders to your ankles. Begin the push-up by bending your elbows and lowering your entire body as a single unit until your upper arms are at least parallel to the ground. Then, return to the starting position by raising your entire body until your arms are fully extended. Your body must remain rigid in a generally straight line and move as a unit while performing each repetition. If you fail to keep your body generally straight, to lower your whole body until your upper arms are at least parallel to the ground, or to extend your arms completely, that repetition will not count. The test will continue, and any incorrectly performed push-ups will not be counted. If you rest on the ground or raise either hand or foot from the ground, your performance will be terminated. You may reposition your hands and/or feet during the event as long as they remain in contact with the ground at all times. You will have one minute to do as many push-ups as you can. 1.5 MILE RUN INSTRUCTIONS: The instructors will determine how many applicants will run the test at one time. Running will be indoors on an oval track. You must complete the run without any physical help. At the start, all applicants will line up behind the starting line. The clock will start and you will begin running at your own pace. To run the required 1.5 miles, you must complete twelve (12) laps around the track. You are being tested on your ability to complete the 1.5 mile course in the shortest time possible. Although walking is authorized, it is strongly discouraged. If you are physically helped in any way (for example, pulled, pushed, picked up, and/or carried) or leave the designated running course for any reason, you will be disqualified. Calling out the elapsed time is permitted. Once you have completed the run, leave the track in order to stretch and cool down.
WORK PLACE STATISTICS SURVEY 2015 Lateral Transfer Police Officer Exam (Completion optional See other side) Please return this survey with your completed application. Should you return the survey by mail, please do so under separate cover to the attention of the E.E.O. Officer, 131 Court Street, Suite 301, Elyria, OH 44035 NAME: Please print MALE FEMALE AGE EDUCATIONAL LEVEL RACE: Black or African American Hispanic or Latino Caucasian Native American Asian Other Please specify JOB APPLIED FOR: DO YOU HAVE A CONDITION OR DISABILITY THAT PRECLUDES YOU FROM PERFORMING THE POSITION FOR WHICH YOU HAVE APPLIED: Yes No If yes, explain: What led you to apply? Newspaper ad Internet (List website) Other Please specify I, the undersigned, hereby authorize the City of Elyria, its insurance agency or its assigns, to obtain copies of consumer reports including a motor vehicle report, pertaining to me for employment purposes and for use in rating and/or underwriting insurance for which the above named employer may apply, and any renewal thereof. I understand that in obtaining such consumer reports, a consumer reporting agency may be used and I do hereby authorize such use. Dated: Signed: Printed Name: Return with completed application
Lorain County Community College ASSUMPTION OF RISK WAIVER & RELEASE APPLICATION Event: Agility Testing at Lorain County Community College Location/Destination: LCCC, Ewing Center Field House Date: Name of Student (Print): Address: City/State: Zip: Phone: I understand that there may be inherent risks, dangerous conditions or harmful consequences of my participation in Agility Testing at Lorain County Community College. I further understand that there are both known and unknown risks. I acknowledge that although Lorain County Community College has made every reasonable effort to insure safety, there are unavoidable risks involved in an activity of this type. Because of the dangers and risks of participating in these activities, I recognize the importance of following facilitators instructions regarding techniques, training, rules, other safety standards, and to obey such instructions. I accept full responsibility for safety and well being while participating in this activity and I understand that I am giving up specific legal rights by signing this document. I acknowledge that I am 18 years of age. I do hereby agree to hold Lorain County Community College, its employee and affiliates, harmless and indemnify them from any loss, damages, costs, or expenses which may be sustained or incurred by me as a result of participation in this activity. I hereby consent to first aid, emergency medical care and, if necessary, admission to an accredited hospital when necessary for executing such care, for treatment for injuries that I may sustain while participating in any activity associated with LCCC. I agree to be financially responsible for any and all medical care. I have read and executed this document with full knowledge of its significance. Name of participant (please print) Date Signature of participant FORMS/AUTHORIZATION/Waiver 2010
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS FOR POLICE OFFICER CITY OF ELYRIA In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the following list of essential functions is established as criteria for qualification to receive confirmed offers of employment as a police officer with the Elyria Police Department. GENERAL SUMMARY: Under supervision, promotes and maintains civil order; enforces laws and ordinances; conducts investigations; issues citations and makes arrests; patrols assigned areas to provide security; responds to alarm calls; prepares detailed reports concerning crimes and incidents; interviews victims and witnesses; interrogates suspects; maintains equipment in functional condition; provides court testimony; established and maintains positive working relationships with the community. Performs and additional assigned duties as required. I. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Patrol assigned zones; responds to requests for law enforcement services; enforces laws and ordinances; makes arrests and uses physical force when necessary to restrain assailants. 2. Interviews victims of crimes and witnesses; gathers and secures evidence at crime scenes; documents crime scenes with photographs and/or diagrams. 3. Conducts investigations of a variety of crimes and criminal activity (burglaries, stolen vehicles, domestic violence, child abuse, missing persons, assaults, murders, alarms, etc.); inspects properties to determine unsafe conditions and/or criminal activity. 4. Conducts criminal investigations; contacts witnesses, victims, suspects by telephone and/or personal interview; gathers physical and documentary evidence and collects and organizes prior to prosecution. 5. Participates in community policing activities by implementing crime prevention and problem solving practices; establishes effective working relationships with citizens and community organizations; provides information to the public concerning law enforcement procedures and activities; resolves conflicts and mediates disputes between citizens; conducts routine inspections of residences, businesses, and other facilities to determine security concerns; provides information to citizens concerning crime prevention procedures and practices; alerts residents to hazardous conditions (fires, chemical spills, gas leaks, explosions, etc.); evacuates citizens in danger in the event of an emergency; may serve as a liaison with social service agencies; refers citizens to appropriate social service agencies for non-law enforcement services. 6. Enforces traffic laws and ordinances; conducts accident investigations; issues citations; regulates and directs traffic as needed; investigates complaints concerning improper operation of vehicles and/or illegally parked vehicles; issues parking citations; recovers stolen vehicles; performs selective traffic enforcement in high accident areas; operates assigned EPD 31.1P THE CITY OF ELYRIA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Applicant s Initials
speed measuring equipment to enforce speeding ordinance; provides assistance to citizens with inoperable vehicles. 7. Prepares a variety of reports associated with the investigation of incidents and crimes within established time frames; appears at court to provide testimony in conjunction with investigations and/or reports; meets with prosecutors and other law enforcement personnel as required. 8. Serves as a liaison with other law enforcement agencies; ensures that information concerning criminal activities is appropriately shared; assists prosecutors with the preparation of cases for trial. 9. Demonstrates physical fitness and agility. 10. Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance. A. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 1. Attends briefings; participates in training concerning various aspects of the law enforcement field; qualifies at firing range as prescribed. 2. Ensures the continued security of and transports prisoners to various locations as required; provides escort services to business as directed; delivers documents and related materials as instructed; serves outstanding warrants. 3. Inspects all equipment on a regular basis to ensure that it is operating in a safe manner; reports defective and/or unsafe equipment to superiors; ensures that adequate supplies of forms are available. 4. Serves as a relief and/or fill-in radio dispatcher as may be required. II. WORK CHARACTERISTICS/CONDITIONS A. Scheduling Police officer positions involve regular and irregular shift work and shift rotations necessary to provide police services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 52 weeks a year (weekends and holidays included). Work shifts are normally eight (8) hours in duration but may be extended in the event of emergency, disaster, manpower shortage, workload or work-in-progress. High percentage of attendance, on-time arrival to work and ability to work overtime when necessary are required. B. Environmental Factors Police officer positions involve exposure to and require the officer to function in the presence of the following: Inclement weather, to include extreme heat/cold, rain, snow, wind, etc; EPD 31.1P THE CITY OF ELYRIA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Applicant s Initials
Light conditions associated with day and night; Fire, smoke, chemical leaks/spills - as close proximity as necessary to provide emergency services; Personal danger, including but not limited to: o Armed and/or dangerous persons/animals; o Persons and/or articles with contagious/communicable diseases; o Hazards associated with emergency driving, traffic control and working in and around traffic; o Hazards associated with natural and man-made disasters. C. Infectious Diseases Because police officers may be called upon in adverse conditions to come into physical contact with others, the City will not knowingly expose citizens or other employees to an employee infected with a contagious disease that poses a direct threat to others. Decisions regarding infectious diseases will be based on reasonable medical judgments given the state of medical knowledge about: 1. The nature of the risk (how the disease is transmitted; 2. The duration of the risk (how long is the carrier infectious); 3. The severity of the risk (what is the potential harm to third parties: 4. The probability that the disease would be transmitted and will cause varying degrees of harm. (School Board of Nassau County v. Arline, 480 U.S. 273, 107 s. Ct. 1123, 1987). III. MINIMUM ACCEPTABLE CHARACTERSITICS: The Elyria Police Department has a strong interest in promoting confidence with the general public by having our employees maintain a uniform, professional appearance and image. Uniforms, equipment items and personal appearance are regulated by the Department s Rules and Regulations, General Orders, and Policies. All police officers must be able to wear and effectively utilize all Department issued items of uniforms and equipment as specified in the department directives, regardless of assignment. This includes, but is not limited to: the field uniform (gun belt and included equipment; soft body armor; and specialized equipment such as riot helmet, riot baton and ballistic shield). Knowledge of: Federal, state, and local statutes and ordinances pertaining to law enforcement; proper police procedures, methods, and materials; probable cause and proper arrest procedures; investigative techniques and procedures; court processes and courtroom testimony procedures; Elyria Municipal Court processes and procedures; departmental policies and procedures; safety practices and procedures; geography of the City as well as specific street locations, routes and topographical features ; community and problem solving policing philosophies and principals. Skill in: Operating a police cruiser; operating mobile and portable two-way radios; firing various firearms; using speed measuring devices; the ASP Tactical Baton; chemical agent EPD 31.1P THE CITY OF ELYRIA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Applicant s Initials
delivery systems; handcuffing techniques; tactical communications; using computer equipment and recording devices. Ability to: Recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate action; effectively deal with a variety of variables in somewhat unfamiliar context; read, understand, and explain State of Ohio Statutes and City of Elyria ordinances; communicate effectively with a diverse population, in-person, via telephone, and in writing; subdue and restrain individuals by applying the force continuum and by using approved techniques; prepare meaningful, concise, and accurate reports; define a problem, collect evidence and other data, establish facts, and draw reasonable and valid conclusions; maintain self-control and to take direction from supervisors; drive a motor vehicle; perform physical activities necessary to protect oneself and others; work long hours for an extended period of time; handle sensitive inquiries from and contact with officials and the general public; prepare for and present relative testimony. INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT After reading these documents in its entirety initial each page. Print, sign and date the last page in front of a witness. Return this document in its entirety to the Civil Service Commission along with your application packet. By signing this form you certify that you have read this document in its entirety and that you are capable of performing all of the requirements of the position of Police Officer with the Elyria Police Department. Applicant s Printed Name Applicant s Signature Date Witness Signature File: Applicant s Background File EPD 31.1P THE CITY OF ELYRIA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Applicant s Initials
REAPPLICATION POLICY Date: 3-1-2015 Any applicant for any position in the Police Department who was disqualified in any part of the hiring process shall be afforded the opportunity to reapply under the following established guidelines: 1. If the applicant was disqualified due to providing false statements, purposely omitting information, or found to be deceptive during any portion of the application process the applicant WILL NOT be allowed to reapply for any position with the Elyria Police Department. 2. If the applicant was rejected by the hiring authority more than three (3) times for any position within the department the applicant WILL NOT be allowed to reapply. 3. If the applicant was disqualified due to any time sensitive standard the applicant may reapply at the next available hiring cycle where all standards are met by the applicant. 4. If the applicant was disqualified due to failing to meet standards that are not identified as time sensitive the applicant will not be allowed to reapply for any position with the Elyria Police Department. 5. If the applicant was not disqualified or rejected the applicant may reapply at any time. In the event of any conflict with this policy and the Civil Service Rules and Regulations, the Rules and Regulations manual shall prevail. THE CITY OF ELYRIA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER