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Bethel Police Department

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Mission Statement

We, of the Bethel Police Department, are committed to work in partnership with our community, to safeguard life and property while ensuring the rights of all people, and thereby enhancing the quality of life for our citizens.

Organizational Values

Fairness: We will consistently treat everyone with dignity, compassion, and respect without prejudice. We will protect the constitutional and civil rights of all people though impartial enforcement of the law.

Integrity: We will strive to uphold public trust by being honest, competent, and consistent in our beliefs and actions. We will hold ourselves accountable to the highest standards of professionalism through moral and ethical conduct.

Loyalty: Members of this organization shall remain dedicated to the accomplishment of the mission and are willing to support one another in pursuit of personal and professional excellence.

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Chief of Police

Chief Chad R. Essert

On behalf of the Bethel Police Department, I would like to welcome you to our website and take this opportunity to introduce you to our organization.

The Bethel Police Department is a highly professional organization, committed to achieving excellence in all we do. Our mission is to enhance the overall quality of life, reduce the fear of crime, and ensure a peaceful, safe environment for all members and visitors to our community. Our strategy to achieve our mission includes collaborating with community members to identify and creatively solve problems.

Our success at fulfilling this mission can be attributed largely to the remarkably dedicated staff comprising our department. We are committed to hiring only the very best and are proud that the men and women of the Bethel Police Department.

As an organization and as individuals, we are continuously seeking ways to improve our ability to serve the community. I hold not only the officers, but myself to the highest level of professionalism. At any time, you feel we have fallen short of these standards, I ask you reach out to me directly.

I hope you find our webpage to be helpful and informative. Again, feel free to reach out with any questions, comments, or issues at cessert@bethel-oh.gov

Respectfully,

Chad R. Essert
Chief of Police

Sgt. Mark Planck

Sgt. Planck started with Bethel Police in 1987 as a police dispatcher. In 1993, Sgt. Planck was promoted to Police Officer. During his time with the Bethel police department, he has held numerous assignments such as, Patrol supervisor, property room manager, and Chief of Police. Sgt. Planck attending several schools throughout his career to include Police Executive Leadership College (PELC) and The Northwestern School for Police Command. Sgt. Planck is currently assigned to day shift and oversees all patrol operations. He can be reached via email: mplanck@bethel-oh.gov

Cpl Rick Brees

Cpl. Brees started with the Bethel Police Department in 2015. He currently is assigned night shift and supervises all criminal investigations. He can be reached at: rbrees@bethel-oh.gov

Ofc Charles Brown

Ofc Brown started with the Bethel Police Department in 2022. Prior to being with Bethel, Ofc Brown served as a full-time officer with the Village of Maineville. He is currently assigned to night shift.

Ofc. Josh Ginn

Ofc Ginn started with the Bethel Police Department in 2019. He currently is assigned day shift.

Ofc Rick Haas

Ofc Rick Haas has been with the Bethel Police Department since 2022. Prior to coming to Bethel, Ofc Haas is a retired GySgt in the US Marine Corps. After serving 25 years, he became a police officer with UC police where he retired at the rank of Lieutenant. He specialized in traffic enforcement and safety. He is currently assigned day shift.

Ofc Mike Hooven

Ofc Hooven has been a police officer since 1997 . He spent most of his time with the Village of Terrace Park. Ofc Hooven is currently assigned to our day shift.

The Bethel Police Department is always accepting applications for part-time officers. Part-time officers are required to cover at least twelve (12) hours per week. Pay is based on experience. Any full-time positions will be posted on this site.

Our hiring process is the same regardless of part-time or full-time:

  • All applicable forms (see below) needs to be filled out and originals must be dropped off or mailed to the Police department (email and/or faxed will not be accepted)
  • Thorough background
  • Oral Interview board
  • CVSA
  • Drug screening
  • Medical (full-time only)
  • Interview with Chief of Police

Currently, we do not have any full-time positions available.

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