Job Description

Guard Examination

(OPEN)

CS2026-036

Application Open Date: 04/13/2026

Application Close Date: 04/27/2026

SALARY: $21.25 - $25.28 per hour.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

This application is not for an immediate opening; by submitting an application you are applying to take a Civil Service Examination for the opportunity to be placed on an Eligible List for a future opening. To learn more about the Civil Service examinations and Eligible Lists please visit the Cleveland Civil Service Webpage: FAQs | City of Cleveland Ohio

To determine if you qualify to take the examination you must include/attach any required documents (i.e. Resume, Certifications, Driver’s License, etc…) to support you meet the Minimum Qualifications at the time of submitting your application. Please read the Minimum Qualification section carefully, you may attach PDF or JPEG

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

EXPERIENCE EVALUATION: An experience evaluation consists of a quantitative evaluation of an Applicant’s academic training and experience pertinent to the classification for which an examination is taken, based on the statement of experience as recorded on the candidate’s application and on academic training based on required credentials.

Examples of Duties

Job Duties

Under immediate supervision, patrols and guards' government-owned property. Monitors the facility security system. Assesses security alarms and breaches and determines and activates the appropriate response. Documents security incidents, violations, and suspicious behaviors. Prepares reports. Ensures all security incidents are addressed promptly and efficiently. Communicates security matters with appropriate authorities. Utilizes electronic communications equipment. Enforces regulations. Interacts with and provides direction for members of the public. Performs other job-related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma or GED required. An Ohio Peace Officer Training Certificate required. (Substitution: Two years of full-time paid experience in Security work may be substituted for certificate.) Must be computer proficient. Valid State of Ohio Driver’s License required.

Reminder: Minimum qualifications must be met as of the last day of the accepting applications. You must upload these documents at the time of submitting your application or email the documents to ***email_hidden*** and include the Job Title in the email.

Supplemental Information

RESIDENCY CREDIT

A person who has had as his/her primary residence in the City of Cleveland for at least one year at the time of filing a Civil Service application , and desires to take an entry-level Civil Service examination, shall, if a passing grade on the written examination is attained, have ten (10) points added to his/her passing score. (NOTE: Not all Examinations consider residency credit in the scoring process) To substantiate a claim for residency points, Applicants must UPLOAD LEGIBLE COPIES of the following:

• A signed and notarized Residency Affidavit available on the City’s website here:

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE

Veterans' preference will be awarded, when applicable to eligible veterans in accordance with Civil Service Rules 4.40E, 4.40F and 4.40G.Proof of active service or a DD Form 214, must be presented to the Commission at the time of filing application for the examination in which credit is sought in order to qualify for veterans' credit. If the applicant has received an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions that applicant shall receive an additional five (5) points added to their raw score on the examination; or ten (10) points are added to their raw score on the examination if applicant’s supporting documentation indicates more than fifteen percent (15%) service connected disability.

NOTE: Only DD Form 214 (long form) or an official armed service document indicating type of discharge or separation and the dates of active service will be accepted as proof of active service.

Reminder: To determine if you qualify to take the examination you must include/attach any required documents (i.e. Resume, Certifications, Driver’s License, etc…) to support you meet the Minimum Qualifications. Please read the Minimum Qualification section carefully, you may attach PDF or JPEG

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin/ancestry, military status, disability, age and religion.

The City of Cleveland makes available a variety of benefit options depending upon your employment status and any applicable union membership. In general, benefit options include comprehensive medical, dental, vision, prescription medical and life insurance. Specific information regarding benefit eligibility will be discussed and reviewed at the time of hire.

Do you have a High School Diploma or GED? (REQUIRED: Attach a PDF or JPG copy of your diploma or transcript before submitting your application. In lieu of a HS Diploma, you may submit a copy of your transcripts or a letter from your high school or Board of Education saying you graduated (on official letterhead). If you have completed an Associate's degree or better, attach a copy of that degree or transcript instead. )

• Yes
• No

Do you have a current, valid Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy ("OPOTA") certification?

• Yes
• No

If you possess a valid Driver's License, is it issued by the State of Ohio?

• Yes
• No

:::NOTE::: Did you upload the required files in the ATTACHMENT section of this application before clicking the submit button? Failure to submit these documents will result in AUTOMATIC REJECTION OF YOUR APPLICATION. (Each file must be either JPEG or PDF file format AND cannot be any larger than 5 MB in size.)

• Yes
• No
• Required Question

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