Johnstown, Ohio
Police Officer
(see details below)
North Lawrence, Ohio
Chief of Police
Apply By: April 24th (see details below)
Lebanon, Ohio
Police Officer
Apply By: April 30th (see details below)
Brimfield, Ohio
Police Captain – Second in Command
Apply By: May 10th (see details below)
North Lawrence, Ohio
Chief of Police
Position Summary:
The Chief of Police serves as the executive head of the Lawrence Township Police Department, responsible for the overall leadership, administration, and operation of the department. This includes ensuring the delivery of professional law enforcement services, maintaining public safety, and fostering positive community relationships. The Chief is expected to lead by example and actively participate in both administrative and patrol functions.
Department Overview:
The Lawrence Township Police Department is a 10-officer agency serving a vibrant and active community. The department includes a K-9 program and plays a key role in supporting large-scale events such as the annual Country Fest, as well as ensuring safety along the heavily traveled State Route 21 corridor. The township is also home to portions of the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail, adding a unique recreational and community policing component.
This position offers a rare opportunity for a hands-on Chief of Police to lead from the front, balancing administrative leadership with active involvement in daily operations and patrol as needed.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
– Provide leadership, direction, and supervision to all department personnel.
– Develop, implement, and enforce departmental policies and procedures.
– Oversee daily operations, including patrol, investigations, and administrative functions.
– Respond to calls for service and perform patrol duties as necessary.
– Prepare and manage the department budget and oversee fiscal operations.
– Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
– Serve as liaison between the police department, township trustees, and the community.
– Promote community-oriented policing and maintain public trust.
– Oversee hiring, training, discipline, and evaluation of personnel.
– Manage departmental records, reporting, and accreditation efforts if applicable.
– Coordinate mutual aid and interagency cooperation with surrounding jurisdictions.
Minimum Qualifications:
– High school diploma or GED (associate or bachelor’s degree in criminal justice or related field preferred).
– Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible law enforcement experience.
– Minimum of 3–5 years of supervisory or command-level experience.
– Current Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission (OPOTC) certification.
– Valid Ohio driver’s license.
Preferred Qualifications:
– Bachelor’s degree or higher in Criminal Justice, Public Administration, or related field.
– Advanced law enforcement training such as FBI National Academy, CLEE, or equivalent.
– Experience in a small to mid-sized law enforcement agency.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
– Strong leadership and decision-making skills.
– Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
– Thorough knowledge of modern law enforcement practices and legal standards.
– Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond effectively under pressure.
– High ethical standards and integrity.
Working Conditions:
– Work includes both office and field environments.
– Subject to call-outs, irregular hours, and emergency response.
– Must be able to perform the physical duties required of a sworn law enforcement officer.
Compensation and Benefits: (TBD)
– The 2026 salary for Police Chief is $99,238. In 2027 there will be a 3% raise (following the FOP contract for the officers) for a total of $102,215.
– Benefits as established by Lawrence Township policy.
Application Process:
The selection process will be assisted by consultants from the Ohio Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP). For selected candidates, the process will include an Assessment Center on June 6, 2026. Those selected as finalists after the Assessment Center can expect interviews with the Township Trustees.
Applicants must submit the documents below to Mallory Murphy, OACP Advisory Services Program Director, by email only to monica.miller@oacp.org
1. A cover letter that addresses the reasons for your interest in the position, focusing on the areas of team building, leadership, management, budgeting, communications, and community relations.
2. A resumé including detailed information relative to the qualifications and requirements specified above.
3. If not in the resumé, a listing of past law enforcement supervisory positions and the time in those positions, and a detailed list of advanced law enforcement supervisory trainings attended. (Such as, PELC, STEP, CLEE, FBI NAA)
4. Three letters of reference from individuals familiar with the applicant’s prior police work experience.
5. A copy of your OPOTA certificate, a copy of your college degree, and a copy of an organizational chart from your present or past employer that best demonstrates your qualifications for this position.
All application materials must be received at the OACP office no later than 4:00 p.m., Friday, April 24, 2026. Please add a “read receipt” to your email to confirm it has been received. Under Ohio public records law, the identities of applicants and application materials cannot be considered. If an applicant has questions about the position, contact Interim Chief Larry Dordea at 330-352-9292.
Brimfield, Ohio
Police Captain – Second in Command
Brimfield Township (population approx. 13,000, 22 sq. miles in size located in Portage County in northeast Ohio) is seeking an experienced law enforcement professional to serve in the second-in-command position of Police Captain. Under the general guidance of the Chief of Police, the Captain is an administrative position responsible for day-to-day management of all Police Department operations.
The Brimfield Township Police Department is a full-service law enforcement agency consisting of 20 full-time sworn personnel, 2 full-time Administrative Assistant/Record Clerks, 1 part-time Administrative Assistant/Records Clerk, and 2 Auxiliary Officers. Current special assignments include officers assigned full-time as School Resource Officer, Detective, and K-9 Handler. The command staff consists of the Chief of Police, Captain, and 4 Patrol Sergeants. Together, our department is dedicated to fair and consistent law enforcement and preserving peace and quality of life. The Department prides itself on community engagement, with “community” as an agency core value.
To ensure Township residents continue to receive a high level of service, the successful candidate will continuously review department operations to plan for future improvements; review and adopt progressive law enforcement strategies; ensure department members continue to receive quality training; and further strengthen relationships with our residents and the Field Local Schools.
Brimfield Township is a growing community, with a large retail and industrial footprint on our western border with The Cascades of Brimfield and The Marketplace at Maplecrest, and Kent State University is located on our northern border. Despite our growth, we continue to provide services beyond basic law enforcement services, such as resident vacation house checks and vehicle lock-out services.
The salary for this position is established at 15% above the sergeant contract negotiated pay rate (currently $111,924.80). The Township can offer the successful candidate a comprehensive benefits package that includes a platinum zero deductible health care plan, uniform allowance, use of a take home Township vehicle and generous time off benefits. Sick leave earned with another political subdivision in the state of Ohio may be transferred to Brimfield Township, and service time with another political subdivision in the state of Ohio is credited towards your allotted vacation time with Brimfield Township. An employment agreement spelling out the salary and benefits for the selected candidate will be presented by the Board of Trustees.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Minimum of ten (10) years full-time law enforcement experience with at least five (5) years of full-time supervisory experience at the rank of Sergeant or above.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current OPOTA certification.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field.
• Previously demonstrated police administrative experience at the rank of Lieutenant, Captain, Commander, Asst. Chief, Deputy Chief, or Chief.
• Completion of one or more advanced management training(s) such as: Police Executive Leadership College (PELC), Certified Law Enforcement Executive program (CLEE), FBI National Academy, Northwestern University School of Police Staff and Command, Southern Police Institute, Ohio Public Safety Leadership Academy, or other equivalent law enforcement executive leadership courses of study.
Evaluation of Applicants:
For the first part of the evaluation process, applicants will be rated based upon their achievements and experience as demonstrated by your resume, cover letter, and submitted essay. Qualified applicants will then interview with the Chief of Police. The top applicants will be invited to participate in the third part of the evaluation process, which is an assessment center administered by the Ohio Association of Chiefs of Police on Sat. June 20th, 2026. The Board of Trustees and Township Administrator will conduct a final interview and select a final candidate.
The selected candidate may be subject to a background investigation, psychological evaluation, polygraph examination, and pre-employment drug screen/medical prior to final appointment.
The deadline for applications is May 10th, 2026 at 11:59 PM. The first review of submissions begins May 11th, 2026. The Captain position will remain open until filled.
The Police Captain position description and Brimfield Township Employment Application are available at: www.brimfieldohio.gov.
Interested candidates must submit the following documents for consideration:
1. A completed Brimfield Township Employment Application.
2. Resume / CV.
3. A cover letter detailing the reasons for your interest in this role.
4. A copy of your OPOTA Certificate, college diploma, and any advanced police management training certificates.
5. Essay document (no more than 6 pages, double spaced) highlighting your Law Enforcement experience in the following areas: (1) Leadership, (2) Management, (3) Communication, (4) Community Relations/Customer Service, (5) Budgeting, (6) Recruitment & Retention. Essays must be submitted in a searchable text format (e.g., Word, text-based PDF) rather than image-based scans.
All application materials (resume, cover letter, and essay) must be written and created solely by the applicant. Use of generative AI tools (such as ChatGPT) to draft application materials is strictly prohibited and will result in removal from the application process.
Please submit all required documents:
By mail:
Christopher Adkins
Chief of Police
Brimfield Township Police Department
1287 Tallmadge Rd.
Kent, Ohio 44240
By email:
cadkins@brimfieldpolice.com
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