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Cleveland police see 361 candidates at recent recruitment event: Taking a closer look at the numbers

Of those candidates, we’re told that 256 people were given pre-conditional offers and are currently in the background check process.

CLEVELAND — As the Cleveland Division of Police battles an increase in crime rates with fewer officers, the department recently held a recruiting event last month.

How was the turnout? A total of 361 candidates came to the December recruitment event. This includes the following:

  • Ages 21-39: 253
  • Ages 40-49: 44
  • Ages 50 and older: 26
  • Undisclosed age: 38

Of those candidates, we’re told that 256 people were given pre-conditional offers and are currently in the background check process.

Those with pre-conditional offers “are contingent upon the successful completion of the following procedures”:

  • A physical examination and laboratory testing
  • A comprehensive psychological evaluation
  • A behavioral-based interview
  • In-depth background investigation
  • Completion of the Law Enforcement Automated Data System (LEADS) certification
  • Successful completion of the Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA)

"If any selection procedure components find candidates unsuitable for employment or appointment to the Cleveland Police Academy, this pre-conditional offer shall be withdrawn," according to Cleveland police.

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