Patrol Officer Lateral

Zionsville, IN
Zionsville Police Department

Salary: $77,711.74

Position Summary:

This position is responsible for carrying out community patrol and general police services in support of the Department’s mission to protect life and property, maintain public order, and enhance the quality of life in Zionsville.

Essential Functions:

  • Patrolling assigned areas to deter, detect, and investigate criminal activity.
  • Responding promptly to calls for service and community concerns.
  • Monitoring traffic flow and enforcing Town and State traffic laws.
  • Conducting field investigations and apprehending criminal suspects.
  • Preparing and submitting accurate reports, including probable cause affidavits, search warrants, and subpoenas when appropriate.
  • Planning and executing arrest strategies; apprehending and arresting suspects; advising individuals of constitutional rights; conducting searches; handcuffing, fingerprinting, photographing, booking, and transporting prisoners.
  • Completing detailed arrest reports, incident narratives, and witness statements.
  • Maintaining awareness of current policing techniques, technology, and legal updates.
  • Ensuring the proper maintenance and inspection of assigned vehicles, weapons, and equipment.
  • Performing other related duties as assigned by supervisors.

Requirements:

  • Working knowledge of State and local laws, departmental policies, and relevant court rulings.
  • Proficiency with police equipment, investigative techniques, and community policing strategies.
  • Strong interpersonal, communication, and decision-making skills, with the ability to assess complex situations and take appropriate action.
  • An active Tier I Indiana Law Enforcement Certification.
  • Enrollment in the PERF 1977 Fund or able to meet the age requirement to be eligible: shall be at least 20 years of age and under the age of 40 at date of hire.
  • A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
  • Certification recognized by the Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board (ILETB).
  • Pass the Indiana Law Enforcement exit standards for the physical fitness test.

https://www.zionsville-in.gov/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=102&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=Patrol-Officer-Lateral-127