The Call

Serve. Protect. Thrive.

Serve Toledo with Pride: Apply Now to Join Our Community Protectors!

How To Apply

STEP 1

INTEREST CARD

Sign up if interested to apply

STEP 2

CREATE AN ACCOUNT WITH THE CITY OF TOLEDO

Click link below to create your account

STEP 3

SIGN UP AND TAKE THE POLICE OFFICER EXAM

The first 300 applicants in the state of Ohio and surrounding area may be eligible for a free voucher, for more information contact a recruiter at tpdrecruitment@toledo.oh.gov 

Click link below to take Exam

PHQ and self-assessment NOT required

*Candidates who attain a passing score on the entry level exam will be placed on the department's eligibility list and will be contacted by the City of Toledo as they qualify to move further in the selection process. TPD is an equal opportunity employer.

Our Mission

The mission of the Toledo Police Department is to work in partnership with the community to preserve life, enforce the law, provide quality services, reduce the fear of crime, and promote joint problem solving for safe, secure neighborhoods.

If interested in the lateral entry program contact a recruiter

At least two years of continuous full-time service:

OPOTA Graduate (Certificate of Completion) within one year or two years with refersher course:

HELPFUL LINKS

Click the links below for information if you are interested in becoming a Toledo Police Officer:

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Frequently asked questions

Academy Trainee | 27.99/Hr | 57,821.49

Police Officer - Probationary | 29.53 | 61,436.29

Police Officer - 1 Year | 31.27 | 65,048.81

Police Officer - 2 Years | 33.01 | 68,666.01

Police Officer - Full Rate | 34.79 | 72,278.54

Police Officer - 5 Years | 35.65 | 74,157.33

Police Officer - 10 Years | 36.55 | 76,044.80