The Magnolia Police Department hires auxiliary officers on a periodic basis. There are advancement opportunities after experience is gained. We are not a civil service department, but instead use a system of ride-along interviews. The applicant will accompany several on-duty senior officers during their routine patrol. This gives members of the department a unique and accurate feel of the applicant's eligibility for active duty.

If you are interested in a position with us, please download and complete our application.

Please include your resume and cover letter, as well.
Do NOT e-mail your application info.
Do NOT drop it off in person.
Please make sure you pay adequate postage.
Write or type the address EXACTLY as found below.

MAGNOLIA POLICE DEPT
ATTN CHIEF JEFF HAGER
RE APPLICANT
328 N MAIN ST • PO BOX 297
MAGNOLIA OH 44643

Follow-up calls are neither required or encouraged. You will be contacted promptly if a position becomes available and we feel that you are qualified.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be 21 yrs. of age on the date of appointment.

Must have a driving record that reflects a history of responsible driving.

You must never have been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor offense involving domestic and/or family violence.

Must be able to functionally read and write the English language.

Must either have completed or be able to complete an OPOTA authorized police academy.

This is not a complete list of requirements. Requirement questions will be handled by the Chief Of Police or a member of the Magnolia Police Department authorized by the Chief Of Police.

The Magnolia Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Magnolia Police Department does not exclude an applicant due to race, creed, color, sex, national origin, or sexual preference.