Employment

current openings

Police Officer

The Municipality of Carlisle is currently seeking applications for Police Officers. Click below for position description and to learn how to apply.

Position Description

The City of Carlisle is accepting applications for Police Officers.

Minimum application requirements:

21 years of age
United States Citizen
High school diploma or equivalent
Possess valid OPOTA Basic Police Certificate at time of hire

Download the full job announcement here.

How To Apply

All interested applicants must complete a required entrance examination with the National Testing Network.

Information regarding location, test dates and test fees by the National Testing Network can be found at www.nationaltestingnetwork.com.
Register with National Testing Network and select Carlisle Police Department as your department of interest.
Select your preferred local testing facility. Note: The computer-based examination is only offered on selected dates and at selected testing facilities. Applicants are encouraged to register early with the National Testing Network to ensure that they are able to complete the test by the required deadline.

Complete the City of Carlisle Police Application and submit to:
City of Carlisle
Attn: Police Chief
760 Central Avenue
Carlisle, Ohio 45005

The submitted applications and entrance exam results will be reviewed by the Carlisle Police Department.

Selected applicants will be contacted to participate in a required physical fitness examination, extensive background investigation, polygraph, and psychological exam.

A post-offer, pre-employment physical and drug test will be administered as a condition of candidate hire.

The City of Carlisle is an equal opportunity employer. Please contact the Carlisle Police Clerk at (937) 746-0117 with any questions.

Community Development Director

The City of Carlisle, Ohio is excited to accept applications for Community Development Director. The City is seeking a talented professional to provide leadership to the department and oversee all municipal planning, zoning, code enforcement and economic development activities. The position reports directly to the City Manager and supervises the Code Enforcement Officer.

Click below for position description and to learn how to apply.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Example of duties:
• Reviews all development proposals for compliance with the City’s planning and zoning requirements.
• Reviews residential, commercial, and multi-family zoning permit applications.
• Serves as staff liaison and attends meetings of the Planning Commission and Board of
Zoning Appeals (BZA).
• Executes business retention, attraction and expansion projects to promote and grow the local economy.

DESIRABLE EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE

A bachelor’s degree in city planning, political science, public administration or a related field is required along with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience in planning, zoning and/or economic development. A master’s degree, AICP certification and five (5) or more years’ related experience are all highly desirable.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The hiring range for the position is $71,700-$93,500 with full pick up of the 10% employee OPERS contribution share. The City offers competitive benefits including health, dental, vision, OPERS; sick and vacation leave; 11 paid holidays; and 3 personal leave days each year.

HOW TO APPLY

Interested applicants should send a resume to Chris Lohr, City Manager at clohr@carlisleoh.org. The position is open until filled; however, applicants are encouraged to apply no later than Sept. 1, 2023. The City of Carlisle is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Assistant to the City Manager/
Clerk of Council

The City of Carlisle, Ohio is accepting applications for Assistant to the City Manager/Clerk of Council. This position serves a key role in the organization by performing a variety of functions in support of the City Manager and City operations.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Examples of duties:

Provides administrative assistance to City Manager including answering telephones, directing visitors, correspondence, and scheduling appointments.
Prepares and distributes agendas and meeting packets for City Council, Planning Commission, Park Board, and Board of Zoning Appeals meetings.
Takes, reviews, and distributes meeting minutes for City Council and other Boards/Commissions as assigned.
Assists with personnel administration, including creating and maintaining personnel files, posting positions, scheduling interviews, providing benefits information.
Processes permit applications for Planning/Zoning including fee payment, entry into computer system, and record keeping/filing.
Administers City website and Facebook page.

DESIRABLE EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE
The ideal candidate will have a broad range of experience in local government. An associate degree and five years’ experience in local government or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred. Experience serving as a municipal clerk to boards and commissions or as an assistant to a chief executive are desirable. Knowledge of website maintenance, social media, zoning/building department operations, public records and public meetings law are also desirable.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS
The hiring range for the position is $41,900 - $63,400. The City also offers competitive benefits including health, dental, vision, OPERS; deferred compensation, sick and vacation leave; 11 paid holidays; and 3 personal leave days each year.

HOW TO APPLY

Reserve Police Officer

The Municipality of Carlisle is currently seeking applications for Reserve Police Officers. Click below for position description and to learn how to apply.

Position Description

The City of Carlisle is accepting applications for Reserve Police Officers. Reserve Officers are volunteer positions but all equipment is provided.

Minimum application requirements:

21 years of age
United States Citizen
High school diploma or equivalent
Possess valid OPOTA Basic Police Certificate at time of hire

Download the full job announcement here.

How To Apply

All interested applicants must complete a required entrance examination with the National Testing Network.

Information regarding location, test dates and test fees by the National Testing Network can be found at www.nationaltestingnetwork.com.
Register with National Testing Network and select Carlisle Police Department as your department of interest.
Select your preferred local testing facility. Note: The computer-based examination is only offered on selected dates and at selected testing facilities. Applicants are encouraged to register early with the National Testing Network to ensure that they are able to complete the test by the required deadline.

Complete the City of Carlisle Police Application and submit to:
City of Carlisle
Attn: Police Chief
760 Central Avenue
Carlisle, Ohio 45005

The submitted applications and entrance exam results will be reviewed by the Carlisle Police Department.

Selected applications will be contacted to participate in a required physical fitness examination, extensive background investigation, polygraph, and psychological exam.

A post-offer, pre-employment physical and drug test will be administered as a condition of candidate hire.

The City of Carlisle is an equal opportunity employer. Please contact the Carlisle Police Clerk at (937) 746-0117 with any questions.

Volunteer Firefighter

The City of Carlisle is currently accepting applications for the position of Volunteer Firefighter. Download the application here.

documents

The City of Carlisle is always accepting applications from qualified individuals, regardless if there are openings. Applications will be kept on file for one (1) year from the submission date. Click on the link below to download the current application.

General Application

Police Officer Application