CMHA Police Careers
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The Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority Police Department has been certified and recognized by the State of Ohio as its own bona-fide police force since 1985. Most notably, in 2001, the CMHA Police Department became the first Housing Authority Police Department to earn re-accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA), symbolizing professional excellence and compliance with all applicable standards. It is one of only two Police Departments in Cuyahoga County to achieve accreditation.
The CMHA Police Department currently has an authorized strength of
approximately 135 police and security officers
who patrol and maintain the safety of 15,000
public housing residents throughout Cuyahoga County. They effectively
patrol 50 CMHA developments--in marked cars, on bicycles, and on foot--that
are located in Cleveland, Berea, Cleveland Heights, East Cleveland
and Oakwood Village, Ohio.
Individuals with a commitment to integrity, professionalism and respect, as well as a desire to improve the quality of life for others are invited to join the CMHA Police Department in shaping a safe and secure future for CMHA residents.
Sworn Police Officers
Sworn Police Officers at the Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority Police Department are certified by the Ohio Peace Officers Training Commission. Our sworn officers have full arrest powers and enforce all city, state and federal laws, as well as agency policies and procedures.
Reserve Police Officers
Officers who have successfully completed OPOTA Peace Officer requirements
may be appointed to the CMHA Police Department
as Reserve Officers at the discretion of the
Saftey Officer or Chief of Police.
Security Officers
Security Officers are an integral part of the police force team. They successfully monitor and maintain the safety of elderly and physically-challenged residents who live in CMHA high-rise buildings.
Comprehensive Benefits Offered to Police Officers and Security Guards
- Paid hospitalization
- Paid eye care
- Paid dental care
- Holiday leave
- Sick leave
- Personal leave
- Two weeks vacation
- Uniform issuance and clothing allowance
- Administrative leave (for training)
- Retirement program (PERS)
- Health insurance
- Disability and death benefits
- Educational benefits
- Police officer Live-In Program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Credit union
- Free parking
Minimum Qualifications
- United States citizen
- 21 years of age
- High school diploma or GED certificate
- Ohio Peace Officers Training Academy Certificate (for Police Officers)
- Completion of OPOTC private security training program (firearm certified for Security Officers)
- Valid Ohio driver's license
- Home telephone number
- Reliable transportation
- Ability to work any fixed shift or holiday
- No more than six points on driving record
- Ability to pass physical agility test
- Ability to pass written psychological examination
- Ability to pass medical examination
- Ability to pass oral interview
- Ability to pass background evaluation
TO APPLY
***** The selection process will be completed approximately
12 weeks from date of written exam *****
We are currently accepting applications for the following positions:
You may apply Monday thru Friday, from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
CMHA Police Headquarters
5715 Woodland Avenue
Cleveland, Ohio 44104
(216) 426-7760
You must BRING and ATTACH a copy of the following documents to your
completed application form for consideration:
- High school diploma or GED certificate
- Certificate of completion of OPOTC
- Valid Ohio driver's license
Special Notice for Police Officer Applicants
Candidates must pass all seven selection process phases to be considered for employment:
- Written examination
- Physical agility examination
- Complete background investigation
- Voice stress analysis
- Interview
- Psychological examination
- Physical examination
The expected duration of the selection process, from submission of the application to the eligibility list, will be approximately six months. Upon completion of the selection process, the applicants who qualify will be placed on the eligibility list for one year or until the list is exhausted. An applicant not placed on the eligibility list may reapply for employment after six months of an initial application and only as positions for police officers become available.
It is the policy of the Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority Police Department to afford equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age or physical handicaps, except where age or physical requirements are essential occupational qualifications.
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