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PepsiCo

Transport Driver (Tractor Trailer) - CDL A

Austin, IN · On-site

$1.2K - $1.5K/wk

... County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. In addition, the ... Police Code Sections 4901-4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance ...

Pepsico

Merchandiser - Part-time

Elberfeld, IN

$20.75/hr

... County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. In addition, the ... Police Code Sections 4901-4919, commonly referred to as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance ...

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What are county police hiring requirements?

County police hiring requirements typically include being at least 21 years old, having a high school diploma or GED, and possessing a valid driver’s license. Applicants must also pass written exams, physical fitness tests, background checks, and psychological evaluations. Some counties may require additional education, such as college credits or military experience, or completion of a police academy. Requirements can vary by location, so it’s important to check with the specific county police department for detailed information.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a county police officer?

To thrive as a County Police Officer, you need a solid understanding of law enforcement procedures, criminal law, and public safety, usually supported by police academy training and state certification. Familiarity with law enforcement databases, body cameras, radios, and report management systems is typical. Strong communication, problem-solving skills, integrity, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are vital soft skills. These competencies are crucial for enforcing laws, ensuring public trust, and effectively responding to emergencies in the community.

What are some common challenges new hires face when starting as county police officers?

Newly hired county police officers often face challenges such as adapting to shift work, handling high-stress situations, and learning to balance community engagement with law enforcement responsibilities. Adjusting to the demands of the job—like responding to emergencies, completing detailed reports, and working as part of a team—can be demanding initially. Most departments provide field training officers and ongoing mentorship to help new officers acclimate, develop confidence, and build the skills needed for successful careers.

What is the difference between County Police Hiring vs Sheriff's Deputy?

AspectCounty Police HiringSheriff's Deputy
Required CredentialsHigh school diploma or GED, police academy certificationHigh school diploma or GED, police academy certification
Work EnvironmentUrban and suburban areas, city streetsCountywide, including rural and unincorporated areas
Employer & Industry UsageMunicipal police departments within countiesCounty sheriff's offices, law enforcement agencies
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Both County Police Officers and Sheriff's Deputies require similar credentials and work in law enforcement environments, but County Police typically serve urban areas, while Sheriff's Deputies cover broader county regions, including rural zones. Understanding these differences helps applicants choose the right career path within county law enforcement.

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Non-Township, Part-time School Police (Resource) Officer - Event Work

Metropolitan School District of Warren Township

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

$37.50/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Position Type:
Security/Part-time Police Officer (Events)
Date Posted:
2/2/2026
Location:
Warren Police Department
Closing Date:
Continuously hiring
JOB TITLE: Part Time School Resource Officer (Non-Township Police Officers)
FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non-exempt, hourly employee
WORK DAYS: School Calendar Year Scheduling
STANDARD HOURS PER DAY: Part Time Shifts, Friday, Saturday, and/or Sunday, scheduling window of time is 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
WORK YEAR: The work year for the Part Time School Police (Resource) Officer begins on the first weekday in July, and ends 12 months later on the last weekday in June.
SALARY SCHEDULE & BENEFITS: The Part Time School Police (Resource) Officer is $37.50 per hour, as indicated on the "School Police" salary schedule, and is not eligible for benefits.
REPORTS TO: The Part Time School Resource Officer reports directly to the Chief of Warren Police.
SUPERVISES: The Part Time School Resource Officer does not directly supervise any other employee(s).
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
Under direction, the Part Time School Police (Resource) Officer provides for the security and environmental safekeeping of an assigned location(s) of the District. Employees in this classification are responsible for ensuring all persons entering and/or exiting District facilities are authorized to be on the premises, and perform interview and investigation activities in response to incidents, accidents, or unauthorized activities throughout the District. The Part Time School Resource Officer addresses security violations in accordance with prescribed District policies and procedures, is responsible for reporting illegal activities to appropriate administration or enforcement entities and performs related work as directed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  1. Responds to emergencies and critical incidents such as fire alarms, medical emergencies, altercations, threats of violence, etc. for the purpose of confining, resolving, or preventing injury or otherwise hazardous situations.
  2. Conducts security checks of facilities and perimeter grounds for the purpose of identifying and resolving any suspected or real security breaches or violations.
  3. Manage traffic and crowd control in high volume areas, i.e. school buses, student/staff & pedestrian traffic.
  4. Performs investigative activities in response to complaints, incidents, accidents or other reported concerns, i.e., auto accidents, illness or injury, missing students.
  5. Conducts Resource and security related routine tasks, i.e., inspecting operating condition of security equipment, conducting fire drills, testing and inspecting fire equipment.
  6. May provide escort or transport of various persons, i.e., personnel leaving after hours, truant students, sick or injured persons, visitors.
  7. Maintains security and environmental safekeeping of the assigned district location; monitors the weather station and scanning radios.
  8. Inspects suspicious packages; inspects designated areas for suspicious devices prior to meetings; monitors board meetings.
  9. Inspects facilities for potential hazards, i.e., equipment left running, gas leaks.
  10. Provides security for entrances and gateways by checking visitor and parent identification and authorization information; provides direction and information as requested.
  11. Assists persons with vehicle problems, such as having locked keys inside their cars or dead batteries.
  12. Records various information about security and monitoring activities, i.e., daily activities, incident reports, maintenance requests, sign in logs.
  13. Operates assigned transportation vehicle and provides routine washing and maintenance according to prescribed policies.
  14. Provides training, guidance and instruction to other district Resource personnel.
  15. Keep up to date on current technology, as job appropriate, being used by the district.
  16. With support of the district, attends training to ensure skill level in various technologies is at the level required to perform in current position.
  17. Maintain timely and accurate information.
  18. Perform other related duties as assigned.

ENTRY-LEVEL REQUIREMENTS:
  1. EDUCATION/TRAINING: High school diploma or GED is required. Satisfactory completion of the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) training program is preferred or sworn designation from a state certified Resource department and satisfactory completion of first aid and CPR/AED training.
  2. EXPERIENCE: A minimum three years of Police, military or law enforcement experience, with demonstrated investigative and interpersonal communication skills for addressing potentially hazardous circumstances is required.
  3. CERTIFICATIONS &/OR LICENSES: Eligible for designation as a "Special Deputy" by the Marion County Sheriff is required. Ability to obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license is required.
  4. OTHER: Ability to perform the essential functions, meet the performance aptitudes, and fulfill the physical/sensory/environmental requirements of the job (with or without reasonable accommodations) is required.

PERFORMANCE APTITUDES:
  1. Data Utilization: Requires the ability to evaluate, audit, deduce, and/or assess data and/or information using established criteria. Includes exercise of discretion in determining actual or probable consequences, and in referencing such evaluation to identify and select alternatives.
  2. Human Interaction: Requires the ability to provide guidance, assistance, and/or interpretation to others on how to apply procedures and standards to specific situations.
  3. Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to operate standard radio communication equipment, standard office equipment, and assigned motorized security vehicle.
  4. Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, and advisory data and information.
  5. Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction multiplication and division.
  6. Functional Reasoning: Requires the ability to apply principles of influence systems, such as motivation, incentive, and leadership. Ability to exercise independent judgment to apply facts and principles for developing approaches and techniques to problem resolution.
  7. Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise the judgment, decisiveness and creativity required in situations involving the evaluation of information against sensory, judgmental, or subjective criteria, as opposed to that which is clearly measurable or verifiable.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Some tasks may involve the ability to exert extreme physical effort in very heavy work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of objects and materials in excess of 100 pounds, such as when transporting sick or injured persons. The Part Time School Resource Officer is expected to routinely and continuously (through the entire time on duty) wear a bulletproof vest and utility belt with radios, telephone and pager, gun and ammunition, handcuffs, and other equipment.
SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Most tasks require visual perception and discrimination. Some tasks require oral communications ability. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Tasks are regularly performed with some risk of exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dust, humidity, rain, temperature extremes, traffic hazards, and violence.

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