Sworn Police Officer

Benefits & Wages

• Probationary Salary: $71,685/After 1st Year: $73,513
• Comprehensive Benefits Package including Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Longevity pay increases
• Generous paid time off
• Gym membership and wellness reimbursements are available through the insurance plan
• Uniform Allowance
• Take-Home Vehicle Program
• Shift Differential Pay
• Pension

Essential Functions:

Law Enforcement and Crime Prevention

• Enforce local, state, and federal laws by implementing effective policy for the prevention and investigation of crimes to protect the lives and property of the citizens of Allen County.
• Patrols assigned area, maintains visibility for crime prevention purposes, checks and ensures security of residences and businesses, investigates and reports all suspicious or unlawful activities, and takes necessary actions to ensure the proper enforcement of applicable laws.
• Observes traffic violations, detains violators, checks registrations and licenses for status and identification, and advises drivers of violations and safe driving practices.
• Conducts or requests chemical tests for intoxication as necessary, issues warnings, summonses, and citations, and makes arrests as necessary.
• Pursues suspects and makes arrests by driving, walking, or running. Restrains suspects, conducts searches of persons, advises suspects of constitutional rights, transmits information regarding arrests to dispatch, and transports suspects to jail facilities.

Emergency Response and Public Safety

• Reports to scenes of general emergencies, secures scenes, assesses the need for backup and/or assistance from other emergency personnel, and advises dispatch as appropriate.
• Directs traffic and other activities as needed, removes individuals from danger, including carrying injured individuals, and performs first aid techniques until emergency medical personnel arrive.
• Assists with crowd control by maintaining order and the flow of pedestrians and vehicle traffic at scenes of major incidents or special events.,
• Provides escort and/or security services as assigned.

Community Assistance and Interaction

• Assists citizens with various problems, including disputes, abandoned vehicles, lost children, and locked doors.
• Meets and talks with citizens to develop rapport, provides directions or information, advises on safety procedures, and refers individuals to appropriate agencies.

Detention and Court Operations

• Maintains security and order in jail facilities, performs booking procedures, monitors detainees’ activities and behavior, and supervises meal distribution
• Supervises the maintenance and cleaning of the facility and cell areas, issues, medications, conducts cell searches of cells and individuals, transports detainees, and prepares required reports
• Provides court security, prepares court calendars, and schedules detainee appearances
• Transports detainees to and from courtrooms and jail facilities, conducts searches of detainees and the public for weapons and contraband, and monitors conduct during court hearings
• Delivers court documents, escorts jurors, provides security, and arranges meals, accommodations, and juror payroll

Investigations and Legal Processes

• Conducts investigations of criminal activity and reviews case information to determine if elements of a crime are present and if further investigative action is necessary
• Gathers and collects facts and physical evidence, including reconstructing incidents through measurements, notes, sketches, photographs, and latent prints
• Establishes contacts and interacts with informants, conducts interviews to obtain information regarding the nature of offenses and identifies suspects, and develops and follows up on leads
• Conducts criminal history checks, prepares line-ups and/or photo displays, and participates in surveillance
• Serves various legal documents, including summonses, court orders, and notices of hearings
• Executes levies from County and State courts, prepares warrant requests, presents evidence for warrant approval, conducts searches, apprehends individuals of the constitutional rights, and maintains documentation of execution

Communications and Documentation

• Operates and monitors radio transmission, receives and disseminates emergency and non-emergency police information, logs relevant details, and acknowledges receipt of communications
• Maintains communication during emergency calls to ensure appropriate response and coordination of law enforcement activities
• Completes all required reports and activity logs, maintains confidentiality, and testifies in court to present case information and evidence in accordance with departmental policy

Interagency Collaboration and Professional Development

• Maintains contact with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to exchange information and coordinate activities
• Fosters good communication and working relationships with department personnel, local officials, and citizens
• Attends mandatory in-service and training programs for certification in specialized law enforcement areas as assigned or required
• Participates in  meetings by receiving and providing information relevant to law enforcement duties and responsibilities

Equipment and Personal Maintenance

• Maintains the appearance and serviceability of assigned vehicles, equipment, and supplies required to perform job functions
• Ensures that forms, reports, and other materials necessary for job duties are adequately stocked and readily available
• Maintains physical fitness, personal appearance, and uniforms in accordance with departmental policies to ensure readiness and professionalism

Other Duties as Assigned: 

• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Education and Certification

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED
• Must be a United States citizen
• Must have a valid driver’s license
• Must be 21 years of age by the opening date of the job posting

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Must have visual acuity correctable to 20/40 or better in each eye. Must be able to distinguish the colors red, green, and amber. Must not have any diagnosed eye pathology
• Must display emotional maturity and the ability to handle stressful and volatile situations in a professional manner
• Must be able to make forceful arrests, pursue suspects by driving at high speeds, running, climbing stairs, scaling walls, and jumping fences
• Must be able to take authoritative action and deal swiftly, rationally, and decisively with potentially violent individuals in dangerous situations
• Must be able to complete the physical exit standards of the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA), including psychological and physical examinations

Knowledge and Skills

• Must have thorough knowledge of, and the ability to apply, department practices, procedures, rules, and regulations
• Must know community geography, police jurisdiction, and boundaries
• Must be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing, speak clearly and distinctly, and understand and be understood when communicating in person, by radio, or by telephone
• Must demonstrate tact and diplomacy when interacting with individuals, including sensitivity to professional ethics, cultural diversity, and disabilities
• Must be able to use and maintain all assigned vehicles, equipment, and uniforms
• Must be able to operate computer systems and properly collect and preserve evidence

Workplace Responsibilities

• Must meet all departmental hiring and retention requirements, including successful completion of written exams, physical agility tests, oral boards, medical exams, polygraph, and psychological evaluations
• Must obtain passing scores in the Handgun Course of Fire and Shotgun Course of Fire, as required by the Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board
• Must arrive at work on time and attend all work-related functions, including court testimony, roll call, debriefings, and special assignments
• Must be able to adapt to changing weather conditions, work environments, and irregular or extended hours, and respond to emergencies from off-duty status as assigned

Personal Work Relationships:

The Police Officer maintains frequent contact with other County employees, inmates, and the public when performing police work in Allen County. Regular interactions with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies, county officials, and detainees are required to ensure effective communication and coordination. The role also involves engaging with individuals from diverse backgrounds in various situations, requiring professionalism, tact, and diplomacy. Officers must foster positive working relationships with department personnel and community members to promote trust, manage potentially volatile situations, and maintain public safety.

Working Conditions:

The Police Officer works in various environments, including office settings, jail facilities, and outdoor locations in all weather conditions. The role requires frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching overhead, and lifting, along with the ability to push, pull, kneel, crawl, and climb as needed. Officers must maintain physical endurance to pursue suspects on foot, perform arrests, and carry injured individuals. The position involves handling dangerous equipment, exposure to noise, extreme temperatures, chemicals, and noxious odors. Officers must remain alert and maintain attention to detail while managing potentially violent or aggressive individuals to ensure the safety of themselves and others.

• Requires physical endurance and mobility for pursuits, arrests, and emergency responses
• Involves frequent exposure to hazards, including extreme temperatures, noise, and chemicals
• Demands control in high-risk situations with potentially violent individuals

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Equal Opportunity Employment Policy:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). Accordingly, we promote equal opportunity in the areas of recruitment, employment, training, development, transfer, and promotion. Our employment practices are without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, age, disability or medical condition, national origin, veteran status, and all other categories protected by federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. The County of Allen maintains the position of EEO Officer to facilitate Equal Employment Opportunity. Questions concerning Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity should be directed to the Human Resources Department.