Patrol Officer

Job Summary

This position must be knowledgeable of laws and procedures to properly perform assignments of patrol officer and to provide the public with limited technical and legal information; patrol the county to maintain civil peace for the safety of life and property; investigate complaints and accidents and enforce county ordinances, state, and federal laws.

Job Requirements

• Associate degree or 60 college credit hours in criminal justice or related field preferred
• Indiana Law Enforcement Academy certification and maintain appropriate certifications
• Analyze trends in accidents and incidents of crime, provide visible and viable deterrent
• Testifies in court regarding enforcement and investigative actions
• Pre-employment background check (criminal and credit), polygraph and drug screen

Benefits

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
• FREE Primary Care Health Clinic
• Supplemental Insurance and Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement Pension and Deferred Compensation 457b
• 14 Paid Holidays Annually
• Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Eligible Employer of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Location

Elkhart

Travel Requirements

Within County (please complete driving page on application)

Contact Information

• Elkhart County Human Resources
• 117 N. Second Street, Goshen, IN 46526
• Tel: (574) 535-6725
• Fax: (574) 535-6750