Department Recruitment Information

We take applications from the National Testing Network. Check that location for active exams.

https://nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/search.cfm?position=1 

Salary and Benefits:
– $74,900 starting pay
– Top pay goes up to $101,054.46 in 2028.
– Village contributes $50 per paycheck to Deferred Compensation.
– Ability to accrue 240 hours of comp time able to be cashed out during any pay period.
– 16-29 days of paid vacation every year
– 12 hour shifts, with a Kelly day every 6 weeks
– 114 hours of holiday pay
– Night shift earns shift differential
– Medical, dental, vision insurance
– 12% of paycheck to Ohio Police and Fire Pension Fund

Examination will consist of three parts: Written Exam (through National Testing Network, Inc.), Assessment Exam, and Oral Interview. Minimum score of 70% required on each part

All candidates (unless considered lateral transfer – see below) must apply through the National Testing Network and take the FrontLine National Exam (www.nationaltestingnetwork.com), complete the Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ), which is accessed through your NTN candidate account, and submit all required documentation by end of day.

All requirements are outlined on our job posting: www.nationaltestingnetwork.com

Anyone 21 years of age may apply to take the examination. No one shall be eligible to receive an appointment prior to their twenty first (21st) birthday or past their forty-first (41st) birthday, unless they were originally appointed to a different department prior their forty-first (41st) birthday.

Lateral Transfers Only:
Individuals are exempt from the FrontLine National exam and physical agility test if they are OPOTA certified with 2 years of full-time experience with a municipal department, and have no disciplinary action resulting in suspension or loss of pay within the last 12 months. Applicants should submit the application found under the “Civil Service Commission” tab at www.cityofstbernard.org and emailed to cityclerk@cityofstbernard.org.

You must still submit a department application available here: https://www.cityofstbernard.org/…/civil-servicecommission.

Applications can also be found at the St. Bernard Police Dept. and turned in to St. Bernard City Hall at 110 Washington Ave.

Once completed, you may email to cityclerk@cityofstbernard.org or drop off in person at St. Bernard City Hall, along with any supporting documentation, including proof of certifications, copies of degrees if applicable, and military duty, if applicable. Physical Agility Test will be conducted by the St. Bernard Police Department.

Additional Information

Applicants who are exempt from the FrontLine National exam and physical agility test will be automatically included on the list of candidates to be administered the assessment exam and oral interview.

Following the FrontLine National exam, the Physical Agility Test (Pass/Fail) will be given by the St. Bernard Police Department. Eligible candidates will be sent more information including release forms via email upon closing date of applications.

Civil Service will select 10 of the remaining candidates who passed the Physical Agility test receiving the highest scores on the written exam and any candidates meeting the requirements to be considered exempt from the written exam the assessment exam and the oral interview portions of the test.

Applicant must be willing to submit to the following: Background Check, Polygraph test, Personal interview, Psychological Exam, Physical Exam and Physical Agility Test.

Additional credits to be applied to total score after completion of all three parts, provide a minimum score of 70% was attained on EACH part: Maximum 20%

Military Credit (must be State of Ohio resident at time of test) – 20%
Two-year college degree – 5%
Four-year college degree – 10%
State of Ohio Police Officer Certification – 10%
Police Officer certification in state other than Ohio – 5%

Any questions contact Lt. Alex Mathis at
amathis@stbernardpolice.org

National Testing Network Job Detail

Job Information

ST. BERNARD, VILLAGE OF
110 WASHINGTON AVE
ST. BERNARD, OHIO 45217
5134827490

Bookmark: http://nationaltestingnetwork.com/publicsafetyjobs/fullJobDetails.cfm?agencyjobid=1623&jobid=1&agentid=988

Updated: June 13, 2025

Position Title: Police Officer

The Village of St. Bernard is looking to establish a continuous eligibility list for the position of Police Officer! Candidates must complete National Testing Network's Frontline National Exam, Public Safety Self Assessment and Personal History Questionnaire (PHQ) to be considered for this position.

Lateral Transfer Application and job posting information https://www.cityofstbernard.org/services-departments/civil-service-commission

Salary Information: $63,364 - $84,779+

Benefit Information: 

• Medical, dental, and vision available
• 12-hour shifts with every other weekend off
• 3-year top out for salary
• 2% retention incentive annually
• Longevity pay after 5 years of service
• Bi-Annual Holiday Pay
• Shift Differential Incentive

Department Contact:
Heidi Culbertson
Administrative Assistant/Civil Service Clerk
513-482-7490
cityclerk@cityofstbernard.org

Department Overview: The St. Bernard Police Dept. handles in excess of 10,000 calls for service annually and offers an opportunity to police in many challenging environments.  It is a rewarding career in a progressive police department.  The department has one immediate opening to fill.  

Area Information: St. Bernard borders Cincinnati in Hamilton County and has a very diverse population of nearly 5,000 residents, as well as a strong industrial base.  It is located along I-75 and near I-71.  This makes it uniquely positioned near a variety of recreational and cultural venues.  Our location offers plenty of opportunity for police action, but with quiet, residential areas as well.  

Population: Approx. 4,600

Job Requirements

Age:
Must be at least 21 years of age and must be prior to 41st birthday for original appointment, or a to previous department for lateral transfers.

Citizenship Required:
Yes

High School Grad / GED:
Yes

Driver's License:
Yes

Ability to Read/Speak English:
Yes

Academy Certification:
Not Required

Prior Experience:
Not Required

Additional Requirements:
Applicant must be willing to submit to the following: Background Check, Polygraph Test, Personal Interview, Psychological Examination, Physical Examination and Physical Agility Test

Hiring Process:

• Applicants may be exempt from the FrontLine National exam and physical agility test if they meet the following criteria: OPOTA Certified with 2 years of full-time experience with a municipal department, with no disciplinary action resulting in suspension or loss of pay within the last 12 months.
• Applicants who are exempt from the FrontLine National exam will be automatically included on the list of candidates to be administered the assessment exam and oral interview.
• The Civil Service Commission will notify applicants of assessment and oral interview dates upon completion of Physical Agility.
• Following the FrontLine National exam the Civil Service will select 10 of the candidates receiving the highest scores on the written exam and any candidates meeting the requirements to be considered exempt from the written exam to be administered the Physical Agility Test (pass/fail), assessment exam and the oral interview portions of the test. The assessment exam will be worth 60% of the final grade and the oral interview will be worth the remaining 40% of the final grade.
• The Physical Agility Test will given by the St. Bernard Police Department. Eligible candidates will be sent date and time of agility test as well as additional information via email. Physician release will be required (form provided by Village)
• The assessment exam will consist of 5 questions/scenarios and will be graded by three officers the from the St. Bernard Police Department.
• The oral interview will be conducted by a panel of six members from St. Bernard Administration and will consist of ten questions.

Equal Opportunity:
The Village of St. Bernard is an equal opportunity employer.

Additional Credit:
All military veterans will receive 20% additional credit on overall score at end of process, provided minimum score of 70% on each part of exam is attained.

Additional credits available (added to overall score at end of process):
Two-Year College Degree = 5%
Four-Year College Degree = 10%
State of Ohio Police Officer Certification = 10%
Police Officer Certification from state other that Ohio = 5%