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Chief Smith was sure to deliver K9 Diego his Birthday Sundae today! Diego is in great spirits and happy to be around his...
09/15/2026

Chief Smith was sure to deliver K9 Diego his Birthday Sundae today! Diego is in great spirits and happy to be around his handler..

🍋👮‍♀️💙 Officer Hiles stopped out this week to visit with Wesley, Lincoln, and Jack for some good old-fashioned lemonade!...
09/15/2026

🍋👮‍♀️💙 Officer Hiles stopped out this week to visit with Wesley, Lincoln, and Jack for some good old-fashioned lemonade! 🍋😊

The boys were thankful for the visit, and especially excited to try on Officer Hiles’ ballistic helmet! 🪖👮‍♀️

Little moments make a big difference to positive connections with the kids in our community! 💙

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🎂🐾 Happy 5th Birthday to K9 Diego! 🇺🇸💙Today, we celebrate five years of an incredible K9 who has dedicated his life to s...
09/15/2026

🎂🐾 Happy 5th Birthday to K9 Diego! 🇺🇸💙

Today, we celebrate five years of an incredible K9 who has dedicated his life to serving the community.

We’re especially grateful to share some very good news. After veterinarians at WJ Animal Hospital removed a mass that was diagnosed as cancer, Diego underwent CT scans to determine if the cancer had spread. We were thankful to receive the results showing no evidence of cancer elsewhere in his body. 🙏🐕‍🦺

Diego has remained strong and continues to show the same determination and spirit that have made him such an important part of our department. Following the strong medical advice of his veterinarians, we are moving forward with another procedure to help ensure Diego remains healthy.

Tomorrow, Diego will undergo surgery at OSU Veterinary Medical Oncology as we continue his journey toward long-term health. 💙

We also want to recognize Officer Salem, Diego’s handler, for his flawless support and dedication. He has been by Diego’s side every step of the way, through the difficult moments, the uncertainty, and the good news. The bond between them is something truly special, and we could not be more proud of the commitment and care he gives his partner every day. 🐾❤️

A heartfelt thank you to the veterinarians, veterinary technicians, medical professionals, and everyone who has played a role in Diego’s care and recovery. We are incredibly grateful for each of you.

Join us in wishing K9 Diego a very happy 5th birthday and keeping him in your thoughts and prayers as he takes the next step in his journey tomorrow. 🎂🐕‍🦺🇺🇸

Stay strong, Diego. We’ve got you, buddy. 💙🐾

👮‍♂️📚 WJPD at the LETS Symposium! 📚👮‍♂️Chief Smith and Officer Soward recently attended this year’s Law Enforcement Trai...
09/14/2026

👮‍♂️📚 WJPD at the LETS Symposium! 📚👮‍♂️

Chief Smith and Officer Soward recently attended this year’s Law Enforcement Training Symposium (LETS) at the Dayton Convention Center.

LETS brings law enforcement professionals together from across Ohio to share knowledge, discuss emerging challenges, and learn from current best practices in policing, leadership, training, and technology.

Chief Smith served as a presenter, speaking on “Chiefs in Growing Communities” and the unique challenges and opportunities that come with leading a law enforcement agency in a rapidly growing community.

Officer Soward attended numerous workshops focused on Virtual Reality (VR) training and Continuing Professional Training (CPT) instruction, gaining valuable insight into innovative training methods that can be brought back to our department.

We are proud to invest in leadership, training, innovation, and professional development to better serve West Jeff. 💙🚔

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UPDATE: Main Street is open! Thank you for your patience.🚨 EMERGENCY ROAD CLOSURE – E. MAIN ST. 🚨The West Jefferson Poli...
09/14/2026

UPDATE: Main Street is open! Thank you for your patience.

🚨 EMERGENCY ROAD CLOSURE – E. MAIN ST. 🚨

The West Jefferson Police Department is advising residents and motorists that E. Main Street is currently shut down due to live power lines that are down in the roadway following an incident involving an oversize load.

⚠️ Please avoid the area and do NOT approach or attempt to cross the downed power lines. Live power lines can be extremely dangerous, even if they do not appear to be energized.

Emergency crews are on scene working to secure the area and address the situation. Please use an alternate route and allow crews room to work.

We will provide updates as more information becomes available.

West Jefferson Police Department 🚔

👮‍♀️💙 Happy National Police Woman’s Day! 💙🇺🇸We proudly recognize Officer Danni Hiles and Detective Mallory Teders for th...
09/13/2026

👮‍♀️💙 Happy National Police Woman’s Day! 💙🇺🇸

We proudly recognize Officer Danni Hiles and Detective Mallory Teders for their dedication and impact within the community.

Their professionalism, compassion, courage, and commitment to serving others make a difference every day. We are incredibly grateful to have them as part of the West Jefferson Police Department family! 👏💙

Thank you for your service and dedication! 🇺🇸

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🌧️ RAINY DAY REMINDER! 🚗💡If your wipers are on, your headlights should be on!Rain can quickly reduce visibility for both...
09/12/2026

🌧️ RAINY DAY REMINDER! 🚗💡

If your wipers are on, your headlights should be on!

Rain can quickly reduce visibility for both you and other drivers. Turning on your headlights makes your vehicle easier to see and helps you see the road ahead.

A good rule to remember:
👉 Wipers on = Headlights on!

Slow down, leave extra following distance, and give yourself plenty of time to stop. 🌧️🛑

Stay safe, West Jefferson!
— West Jefferson Police Department 👮‍♂️👮‍♀️

🍕 A Gracious Thank You to Flyers Pizza of West Jefferson! 🇺🇸Today, September 11th, the team at Flyers Pizza generously p...
09/11/2026

🍕 A Gracious Thank You to Flyers Pizza of West Jefferson! 🇺🇸

Today, September 11th, the team at Flyers Pizza generously provided pizzas for our staff throughout the day. We are incredibly grateful for their thoughtfulness and continued support of first responders. ❤️💙

Flyers Pizza is more than a local business, they are a valued part of our community and have consistently demonstrated their strong connection to and support for those who serve. Their generosity, kindness, and commitment to our first responders are significantly valued.

We appreciate the mutual respect and strong relationship we share, and just another reason West Jeff is such a special community. 🤝

A gracious thank you to Flyers Management and their entire staff for thinking of us, caring for our officers and staff, and showing your support, not just today, but throughout the year.

From all of us at WJPD, thank you!
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🚔 NOW HIRING -FULL-TIME POLICE OFFICER GROW WITH US. SERVE WITH PURPOSE.We are a rapidly growing, forward-thinking polic...
09/11/2026

🚔 NOW HIRING -FULL-TIME POLICE OFFICER
GROW WITH US. SERVE WITH PURPOSE.
We are a rapidly growing, forward-thinking police department looking for a qualified and dedicated Police Officer to join our team.

If you’re looking for an agency that values its officers, embraces modern technology, supports professional development, and provides opportunities to grow, we want to hear from you.
INTEGRITY • RESPECT • EXCELLENCE • TEAMWORK

💰 COMPETITIVE PAY
$35.04 – $43.67 PER HOUR
Starting pay is based on service time and experience.
Additional opportunities include:
• Shift Differential
• Overtime
• Special Duty
• Uniform Allowance
• Uniform Dry Cleaning
• Training & Professional Development
• Four 10-Hour Shifts, Implementation Underway

⭐ EXCELLENT BENEFITS
• Healthcare & HRA
• Paid Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• OP&F Retirement Pension
• Deferred Compensation
• Sick, Personal & Compensatory Time
• Vacation Time
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous vacation accrual beginning with your first pay period

🎯 SPECIALIZED OPPORTUNITIES
Build your career and pursue assignments that match your interests and goals.
Detective Bureau • K9 Unit • Bike Patrol • DFR (Drone First Responder) Program Underway

⚡ MODERN. TECHNOLOGY-DRIVEN. FORWARD-THINKING.
We invest in the equipment, technology, and training our officers need to succeed.
Axon Ecosystem-
Body 4 • Fleet 3 • Draft One • Auto-Translator • Respond/Watch Me • Auto-Transcribe
Training & Technology-
TASER 10 • VR Training Goggles • DART Shooting Simulator • E-Citation Software
Duty Equipment-
FN 509 Handguns with Holosun Sights • SIG SAUER AR-15 Rifles • Outer Ballistic Vest Carriers

👮 OFFICER-FOCUSED CULTURE
✓ Supportive Leadership
✓ Strong Community Relationships
✓ Professional Development
✓ Modern Equipment & Technology
✓ Permissive Facial Hair & Tattoo Policy

📋 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• At least 21 years of age
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license
• Current OPOTA certification
• No upper age restriction.

All eligible candidates are encouraged to apply.

Submit your:
• Resume
• Complete the application below
https://www.westjeffersonohio.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1883/West-Jefferson-Employment-Application-PDF-Fillable
DEADLINE: 4:30 PM - OCTOBER 2, 2026
>>Submit to [email protected]

SERVE WITH PURPOSE. GROW WITH US.

🐾🇺🇸 HONORED. GRATEFUL. NEVER FORGOTTEN.We are deeply honored to be recognized by HeroPawz, an organization dedicated to ...
09/11/2026

🐾🇺🇸 HONORED. GRATEFUL. NEVER FORGOTTEN.

We are deeply honored to be recognized by HeroPawz, an organization dedicated to honoring the sacrifice, service, and legacy of fallen Law Enforcement and Military K9s. 🐕‍🦺🇺🇸

Two special K9s are now traveling across the nation together on the HeroPawz delivery van:

🐾 K9 Arc - partner of Chief Brandon Smith, West Jefferson Police Department, Ohio
🐾 K9 Mattis - partner of Sgt. Mark Tappan, Alpharetta Police Department, Georgia

Seeing Arc’s image traveling throughout the country is incredibly meaningful. We are deeply thankful to HeroPawz for continuing to uplift K9 Arc, his service, and the impact he made here in West Jefferson. ❤️🐾

The compassion and dedication shown by HeroPawz have meant so much to Chief Smith and our agency. That commitment has inspired him to volunteer as a Board Member with HeroPawz, helping honor and preserve the legacies of K9s throughout Ohio and across our nation.

A K9 may leave our side, but their service, sacrifice, and legacy never leave our hearts.

Thank you, HeroPawz, for making sure they are NEVER forgotten. 🇺🇸🐾

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West Jefferson, OH
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