Job Overview:

The Rochester Police Department is currently accepting applications for the position of full-time Police Officer. If you're looking for a chance to make a difference in our community, be a positive influence and role model to our youth, and have a satisfying career, then we want you! Don't miss out on this opportunity to work along side men and women with this same goal, who want to keep our community safe.

Responsibilities:

- Enforce laws, ordinances, and regulations
- Conduct patrols to protect lives and property
- Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service
- Investigate criminal activities and incidents
- Make arrests and prepare reports
- Provide assistance to the public and ensure community engagement
- Conduct traffic stops and issue citations when necessary

Some requirements are:

• - Applicants must be at least 21 years of age and under 40 years of age at the time of appointment.
• - High School Diploma or GED
• - Ability to pass a written test and physical agility test
• - Ability to pass a background investigation

Applications may be picked up at the Rochester Police Department, 312 Main Street, Rochester, Indiana, and returned as soon as possible. For questions, or to have the application emailed, please call the police department at 574-223-3313 and ask for Chief Shotts.

Joining our team as a Police Officer offers a rewarding career with opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about serving your community and ensuring public safety, we encourage you to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $61,040.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Uniform allowance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Holidays
• Overtime
• Rotating weekends

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Rochester, IN 46975 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Rochester, IN 46975: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person