The Loogootee Police Department is hiring a full-time police officer. The following job description says that close date for this position was on April 25 and noon. Now that time has switched to July 16.
The required Physical Training test given to all police officers entering the force will be administered on July 19 instead of April 26.
Job Summary
The Loogootee Police Department is currently accepting applications for a full-time police officer. Close date for this process is noon on July 16. PT Test will be administered July 19 for applicants. The City of Loogootee is an equal-opportunity employer. For any questions please reach out to Chief John Wagoner at 812-295-1000 ext 3
Job Requirements & Qualifications
Applicants for the Full-Time Patrolman position must: Be 21 to 40 years of age before appointment to the department, have a high school diploma or GED, have a valid driver’s license, have no felony convictions, successfully complete PERF physical and psychological testing, pass department PT test standards set by the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy (Academy certified candidates are not required to complete the PT test), have been dishonorably discharged from the military. complete and pass a panel interview, be able to legally possess a firearm. and pass drug screening.
Benefits
Vacation and sick leave, Vision, dental, and health insurances, Air Evac coverage for household paid by the City, take-home vehicle (must meet certain criteria), multiple training opportunities, 1977 police retirement plan (City pays in 19%), $2,000 new uniform allowance, $1,200 yearly uniform allowance paid after first year, paid holidays, and comp time. Starting salary for non-certified candidates is $50,61.06 and $52,785.48 for academy-certified candidates. Non-certified applicants will be granted the Patrolman 1st Class rank upon completion of the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy.
To apply
Click the button below to download, print and complete the application. Applications may also be picked up at the City of Loogootee Police Department (401 JFK Ave.) during the hours of 8am-4pm. Then, submit your completed application in person at City of Loogootee Police Department OR via email to jwagoner.lpd@gmail.com.