Serve Kent,
Protect Its Future
Join Kent’s Public Services to safeguard lives, uphold safety, and make a lasting impact in our community.
Police Department
Protecting and serving Kent with integrity and proactive law enforcement.
911 Dispatch
Connecting the public to emergency services with speed and precision.
Fire Department
Safeguarding lives and property through firefighting, rescue, and education.
Why Work for the City of Kent, Ohio
Coverage options for employees and their families.
Participation in the Ohio Police and Fire Pension Fund (OP&F) for retirement security.
Generous annual leave, sick time, and holiday hours.
Access to in-service and external training opportunities to enhance professional growth.
Provision of all necessary uniforms and equipment at no cost to the employee.
Employer contributions to a deferred compensation plan.
The City of Kent, Ohio
Whether you're kayaking the Cuyahoga River, strolling downtown, climbing the corporate ladder or biking to classes at the second largest public university in Ohio, one thing is clear - there's no place like Kent.
Kent is an American original, with history and legendary stories at every street corner, thanks to the eclectic mix of people that have called Kent home. From an Ohio Governor and internationally acclaimed composer, to comedians Drew Carey and Arsenio Hall, Kent has always been a place full of great characters.