Career Opportunities

Sylvania Township is an equal opportunity employer.

We are accepting applications for the position of Administrative Secretary from April 27 – May 08, 2026!

POSITION INFORMATION:

• Starting pay is $25.51 per hour
• Union position
• Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS)
• Full-time position, daytime hours, weekends and holidays off
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits offered
• Vacation, personal, and sick time
• Yearly uniform allowance
• Longevity pay
• Wellness program, including gym reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement program

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. 1. High School diploma or equivalent
   2. Nicotine & marijuana free: pertaining to all tobacco, nicotine, and marijuana products

STEPS TO APPLY:

1. 1. Thoroughly read the Position Description, which can be downloaded HERE (click link).  The Position Description details the essential functions of the job, overall position information, and necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.
   2. Complete the Employment Application, which can be downloaded HERE (click link).
   3. Submit your completed Employment Application and a Resume to hr@sylvaniatownship.com by May 08, 2026.

For questions about this hiring process, please email hr@sylvaniatownship.com.

Police Officer Compensation

The Ohio Patrolman’s Benevolent Association provides legal and bargaining representation for members of The Sylvania Township Police Department. Pay rates are established through collective bargaining.

There is one year between each step.

Police Officer Benefits

Sylvania Township offers Medical (including prescription), Dental and Vision plan coverage. Employees pay into the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) and can choose to contribute to Ohio Deferred Compensation, a supplemental retirement plan similar to a 401k.

Additionally, employees receive:

• All initial issue uniforms and equipment, including bulletproof vest
• $850/year uniform allowance (after first 12 months of employment)
• Longevity pay after 5 years, tuition reimbursement, life insurance, paid vacation, sick leave and holidays, wellness program and gym reimbursement

This isn’t just a job, it’s a calling.