Impd Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $17.19 Hourly
Location : Various IMPD Locations, IN
Job Type: Part-time/Seasonal/Temp
Job Number: 09620
Department: IMPD-Admin
Opening Date: 04/20/2026
Closing Date: 6/19/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Overview
An IMPD Cadet is considered a future leader in the community. The goals of the IMPD Cadet program are to expose young men and women to the various aspects of police work in order to prepare them for a career in law enforcement. The IMPD Cadet program helps to provide quality candidates for all law enforcement related positions.
A structured program has been established to teach and promote the duties and responsibilities entrusted to an IMPD Cadet. Additionally, the expectations of an IMPD Cadet are high morals, academic excellence, sound judgment, and an active contribution to his or her community. These positions are excluded by the City Charter Section 10.104.18 from the competitive civil service examination process. Exempt employees are considered "at-will" and serve at the discretion of the appointing officer.
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) is committed to excellence in law enforcement and is dedicated to the people, traditions and diversity of our City. In order to reduce crime, reduce the fear of crime and enhance quality of life, the department is committed to providing professional service with integrity and a focus on community policing. The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department operates six service districts under the Patrol Division, an Investigations Division, an Administration Division and the Training Academy.
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) Cadet program is a partnership with the Indy Public Safety Foundation and the Indianapolis Foundation, a CICF Affiliate. The IMPD Cadet program is designed to provide a service for the City of Indianapolis, the police department and the community it serves.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The City of Indianapolis Marion County is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.We value diversity in perspectives and experiences among colleagues and the residents of this city of whom we serve.
Position Responsibilities
General Position Description:
IMPD Cadets hired by the City of Indianapolis are part-time employees and directly supervised by an IMPD sworn member or civilian in one of the following areas:
• Public Safety Officer (PSO)
• Public Assistance Officer (PAO)
• Rotations throughout the IMPD to include; Administration, Investigations, Homeland Security, Media Relations, etc.
Work Hours and Compensation:
• IMPD Cadets will work 20 hours per week with some flexibility in work schedule and location
• Cadets are considered part-time employees for the City of Indianapolis and are not entitled to benefits
• IMPD Cadets will be compensated at an hourly rate of $17.19 per hour
Cadet Classes and Training (including but not limited to):
• Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Training
• Evidence Collection
• Emergency Vehicle Operation Course (EVOC) Training
• Defensive Tactics
• Physical Exercise and Physical Fitness evaluations
• Leadership
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Skills and Abilities :
• Communicate orally with people of diverse education, social and ethnic backgrounds
• Work courteously with the general public on the telephone and in person
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Walk and/or stand for long periods of time
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Utilize critical thinking skills to evaluate and address problems
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
1. Possess a high school diploma, GED, or equivalency
2. Currently enrolled, accepted or willing to pursue acceptance to a 4-year accredited college or university, a 2-year accredited college or a vocational/apprenticeship training program
3. Maintain a minimum 2.0 GPA
License or Certificate:
Possess a valid driver's license
Age:
Candidates may apply at 17 years of age (and up to 21) but will not be hired until 18 years of age
Citizenship:
U.S. citizenship or permanent residency at the time of hire
Criminal History:
No felony convictions
No conviction of offenses involving domestic violence
No conviction of any misdemeanors that carries a penalty of prohibiting ownership, possession or
control of a firearm
No restriction from employment with the City and County of Indianapolis/Marion County
Applications for City of Indianapolis jobs are only accepted through an online process.
Visit www.indy.gov/jobs to register and begin the application process.
• Select "IMPD Cadet Program" under Job Opportunities then read and acknowledge the information
• Click "Apply" at the bottom of the screen
• Follow instructions on the application
Applicants MUST:
1. Attach a PDF copy of your most recent report card or college transcript (GPA)
2. Attach PDF copies of two (2) Letters of Recommendation
Note:
Your reference letters must come from either someone senior to you such as a teacher or a direct supervisor from a summer, part-time, or internship position. Alternately, you may ask someone who managed you in an extracurricular, research, volunteer, or community activity (i.e., someone who has evaluated or supervised your work). These references should include your professional, community, or extracurricular experiences and represent your potential impact and involvement with the IMPD Cadet program.
All work experience, education, training and other information substantiating how you meet the minimum qualifications must be included on your application by the filing deadline.
Computers are available for the public to file online applications in the Human Resources Office located in the City/County Building. The address is Suite 1541, 200 East Washington Street, Indianapolis, Indiana, 46204.
The available hours of the public computer lab are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Applicants may be contacted by email about this announcement and, therefore, it is their responsibility to ensure their registered email address is accurate and up-to-date. Also, applicants must ensure any emails sent from Indy.gov are not blocked by a spam filter on their computer or email account.
Applicants will receive an email confirming their online application was received. A confirmation email will be sent in response to every application submitted. Applicants should retain this confirmation email for their records. Failure to receive a confirmation email means the online application was not properly submitted and/or received by Human Resources.
Information submitted after the filing deadline will not be considered in determining whether you meet the minimum qualifications.
If you have any questions regarding this recruitment or application process, please contact Lieutenant Brian Mahone by telephone at 317-327-2696, or by email at Brian.Mahone@Indy.gov.
SELECTION PROCEDURES
Applications will be reviewed and additional screening mechanisms may be implemented in order to determine a candidate's qualifications. Only those most qualified will be invited to interview for a position.
Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement in the selection process. Applicants will undergo a comprehensive selection process and top ranking candidates will be referred to the Chief of Police for his or her final selections.
Background Investigation:
Prior to employment with the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, a thorough background investigation will be conducted to determine the candidate's suitability for employment.
The investigation may include, but not be limited to: criminal history records, driving records, drug/alcohol screening, and other related employment and personal history records. Reasons for rejection may include use of controlled substances and alcohol, felony conviction, repeated or serious violations of the law, inability to work with co-workers, inability to accept supervision, inability to follow rules and regulations or other relevant factors.
Candidates may be required to undergo drug/alcohol screening, and must clear Department of Justice and Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprinting. Criminal records will be carefully reviewed and candidates who do not report their complete criminal records on their applications will be disqualified.
All applicants will be fingerprinted.
Selected Cadets:
Applicants who are selected will work as part-time employees for the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department and are considered Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) Cadets. Cadets will be required to adhere to certain educational requirements and participate in all Cadet classes and training.
Participation for subsequent school years is automatic unless the IMPD Cadet fails to meet the minimum requirements, withdrawals from the program or reaches the age of 24.
This position is not eligible for benefits.