2 Positions Available Below:
1: VILLAGE OF BOLIVAR POLICE – FULL-TIME OFFICER
The Village of Bolivar is accepting resumes for a full-time Patrol Officer.
Applicants must be able to work well independently, demonstrate knowledge of local, state, and federal laws, and possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
Starting pay: $22.00/hour (patrolman) to $24.00/hour (Sergeant) with a probationary raise of $1.00 after six (6) months. Starting pay based on qualifications and experience.
Shift: Applicant will be assigned mainly to the afternoon shift and must be willing to work any shift as needed, including holidays and weekends.
- Primary Responsibilities Include:
- Deter crime through high-visibility policing
- Patrol and monitor activities to protect residents and property
- Investigate crimes and apprehend law violators
- Respond to situations or emergencies of many types
- Follow the rules, policies, and procedures of the village and police department
- Conduct initial and follow-up investigations
- Properly process evidence to ensure successful prosecution
- Produce accurate and professional reports on all cases
- Foster good public relationships and earn trust with community groups/individuals
- Attend court to provide professional testimony and present evidence in court
- Possess analytical and critical thinking skills
- Follow all Village of Bolivar Policies and Procedures – Lexipol
Applicants must meet the following Requirements:
1. High School Diploma or GED.
2. Ohio Basic Peace Officers’ Certification (OPOTA certification) and up to date on their certification(s), or able to do so upon start date.
3. A valid Ohio driver’s license and a clean driving record.
4. Able to pass a Federal background investigation.
Benefits:
1. Ohio Police & Fire Pension
2. Health insurance (80% employer paid)
3. Sick time (accrued at 4.6 hours per pay period)
4. PTO days
5. Holiday Pay
6. Vacation time (2 weeks after 1 year)
7. Annual uniform allowance
8. Optional supplemental insurances offered (dental, life, etc)
Applicants must have a good driving record and no felony convictions. They must also have a good moral character. The selected applicant is subject to a thorough background, medical, and polygraph examination.
Disqualifiers:
An applicant will be disqualified from employment if previously convicted of any crime of violence, violations of illegal drug activity, or any crimes of theft or corruption.
An applicant who provides false, inaccurate, or incomplete information on the employment application will be subject to disqualification from employment both during and after hiring.
Please contact Chief Chad Hilty at 330-874-2113 or email a resume to; Chiefhilty@villageofbolivar.com. A background check release form will also be required to complete the application process. This link is below. Deadline to apply is Friday, May 1, 2026. Position to be filled by Thursday, May 7th, 2026.
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2: VILLAGE OF BOLIVAR PART-TIME VA & WATER CLERK
The Village of Bolivar is accepting resumes for the combined position of a Village Administrator & Water Utility Clerk.
Flexible schedule: 18-24 hours per week;
Starting pay: $21.00 to 22.00 with a $1.00 probationary raise after six (6) months. Starting pay based on qualifications and experience
JOB DESCRIPTION
Adhere to the Ohio Revised Code 735.273 (summary listed below)
- Collaborate with Street Super to review annual street paving, striping and maintenance needed
- Coordinate with Street Super the oversight of equipment upgrades /maintenance schedule.
- Oversight of building improvements; condition of all Village owned buildings
- Oversees the accuracy of the Water Valve book and locations in town
- Shall manage, conduct, and control the water works;
- Furnish supplies of water; collect all water rents.
- The VA may make such bylaws and regulations as it deems necessary for the safe, economical, and efficient management and protection of such works and public utilities.
- Shall supervise the improvement and repair of roadways, sidewalks, drains, ditches, culverts, streams, and water courses as well as the lighting, sprinkling, and cleaning of all streets, alleys, and public buildings.
- Shall recommend, subject to the Mayor’s approval, appointment of employees, clerks and assistants, provided such positions are first authorized by the legislative authority of the village.
- The VA shall be under the general supervision and control of the mayor, and shall have such other powers and duties as are prescribed by ordinance or by law and which are not inconsistent herewith.
- Shall have all powers of boards of public affairs and street commissioners as prescribed by law, except as otherwise provided by this section and in sections 735.271 and 735.272 of the Revised Code.
Other key duties include:
- Utility clerk: monthly billing and workflow; weekly posting of payments; maintains accuracy of all customer accounts and correspondence files
- Works closely with the Fiscal Officer to balance utility billing each month
- Maintains Contingency plan annually
- Communication with Water Operator to assist in submitting annual reports to the EPA (CCR, Metrix, line survey)
- Maintains Policies and Procedures manual
- Weekly check in / oversight
- Collaborates with RCAP, GPD and Street Super for project planning, available grants /loans and updates to the GIS mapping;
- Pursue funding for water line replacement
- Communicates with Ohio BWC; promote safety trainings available and job safety templates.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Grant writing experience
- Strong communication skills
- Proficient computer skills; & Microsoft Office
Benefits:
- Ohio Public Employee Retirement
- Personal time off
- Optional employee paid supplemental insurances offered (dental, life, etc)
Please email resume to: Mayor@villageofbolivar.com. Deadline to submit is Friday, May 1, 2026. Position to be filled by Thursday, May 7th, 2026.
