Welcome to the Dayton Police Department's Recruitment website! Here you will find answers to the most common questions regarding the hiring process and what the Dayton Police Department has to offer those who choose to pursue a career as a Dayton Police Officer. If you are seeking the Dayton Police Department's main site and wish to transfer to that site, please click here .

A career as a Dayton Police Officer will provide many options and opportunities.  And with the residency restriction ended (as of 2009) there are even more options available to all full-time city employees. Of course, employees who choose to reside within the corporate limits of the city enjoy affordable housing, city services, convenience to many shopping, dining and nightlife destinations, and multiple educational options.  

Paid training, and advancement and specialization opportunities are a few of the benefits making the Dayton Police Department the choice of those seeking law enforcement careers. In addition to the official job benefits package, a career with the Dayton Police Department offers many intangible benefits, such as meaningful work, a chance to make a difference in your community, the opportunity to forge lifelong friendships, and the excitement of an ever-changing variety of calls and unique, challenging experiences.  Please peruse the site and see for yourself what the Dayton Police Department has to offer! 

If you are interested in receiving further information, or if you wish to speak to a Police Recruiter, please contact the Recruiting Office at (937) 333-8553.  The office is staffed Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.  You may send an email to the Recruiting Supervisor by clicking here rhonda.williams@cityofdayton.org .