Civil Service
In April of 1978, Boardman Township became the first township in Ohio to implement Civil Service protection for police officers and firefighters. The Civil Service Commission is composed of three citizens of the township appointed by the trustees to maintain professionalism in the departments. The commission adopted a set of rules and regulations to regulate the various aspects of employment and promotion within the safety forces.
They also hear appeals of individuals with regard to disciplinary charges. Institution of the Civil Service Commission has removed political pressures from the hiring, firing and promotion within the safety forces. Whenever a vacancy occurs within the Police or Fire Department, it is filled from an existing eligibility list. Approximately every two years (on the even-number years) the Civil Service Commission administers a competitive entry-level examination for police and fire candidates. All candidates passing the examination are placed on the eligibility list in accordance with their grades. These eligibility lists are in effect for two years.
If you have any questions, please contact Vickie Davis at 330-726-4177, ext. 61701.
Civil Service Commissioners
Aaron M. Franks, Chairman
Atty. Martha L. Bushey, Vice-Chairman
Richard A. Schafer
Employment Opportunities
Entry-Level Police Officer
Application Period: February 13th to 4:00 pm March 13th, 2026.
The Boardman Township Civil Service Commission has opened applications for full-time entry-level police officers from February 13 through 4:00 p.m. on March 13, 2026. This hiring period is limited to individuals who are currently certified by the Ohio Police Officer Training Commission (OPOT-C), recent academy graduates, or those enrolled in an accredited Ohio police academy by the application deadline. There is no written civil service exam for this process; instead, applicants will be ranked based on qualitative criteria, including education, prior law enforcement experience (up to five years), law enforcement training, and veteran status. The starting salary is $52,000 annually, with lateral pay up to $62,250 for qualified prior service. Candidates must meet age, citizenship, and background requirements and successfully complete a background investigation, medical exam, psychological exam, and physical agility testing before appointment.
More information here and here.
Applications available here or at Boardman Township offices.
