Patrol Officer - Elkhart County Government : Job Details

Position Type: Protective Service-Driving/Patrol OfficerDate Posted: 12/19/2023Location: SheriffDate Available: 12/19/2023Closing Date: Until FilledELKHART COUNTY GOVERNMENTAL POSITION VACANCY NOTICEPATROL OFFICER DEPARTMENT: Sheriff's Office 2024 HIRING RANGE: $26.46/hr, $27.78/hour upon completion of training, $27.92 - $39.96/hour based on education and position related experience 2025 HIRING RANGE: $32.12/hr, $33.40/hour upon completion of training, $33.57 - $48.03/hour based on education and position related experience BENEFITS OFFERED: Health, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance; Free LTD Insurance; Free Health Clinic; Retirement Pension; 13 Paid Holidays annually; Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time POSITION TO BE FILLED: ASAP HOURS & DAYS OF WORK: 12 hour schedule: Dayshift 6a-6p/Nightshift: 6p-6a, 7 days worked during 14 day pay period, every other Fri/Sat/Sun off LOCATION OF POSITION: Elkhart TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Within County (please complete driving page on application)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:

• HS Diploma or GED - Associated degree or 60 credit hours of continuing education preferred
• Valid driver's license
• Complete training in basic law enforcement courses
• Completion of ILEA as required by law
• Maintain annual in-service training requirements
• Must be at least 21 years of age and a US Citizen
• Pre-employment background check and polygraph

go to www.joinECSO.com Elkhart County Human Resources 117 N. Second Street, Goshen, IN 46526 Telephone: (574) ###-#### FAX: (574) ###-#### APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED Elkhart County is an Equal Opportunity Employer