ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Ride Along Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Indiana State Police (IN)

Ride-Along

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

The Indiana State Police Ride-Along Program is an excellent way for those with career, educational, or community interests to ride with one of Indiana's Finest and gain valuable experience in law ...

Indiana State Police

Ride-Along

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

Ride-Along Job Number: 2026 Ride-Along Program Division: Human Resources Opening Date: 01/01/2026 The Indiana State Police Ride-Along Program is an excellent way for those with career, educational ...

The Island

Ride Attendant

Pigeon Forge, TN · On-site

Ride Attendant Position Summary: The Ride Attendant is responsible for providing guests with a fun ... Able to get along with coworkers, work cooperatively and resolve conflicts. * Able to work outdoors ...

Six Flags Darien Lake

Ride Operator , 18+

Corfu, NY

$16/hr

Joining our Rides Team as a seasonal ride operator means ensuring the safe operation of our rides and attractions along with the safety of our guests. With more than 50 rides, six major roller ...

Six Flags Darien Lake

Ride Operator , 18+

Elma, NY

$16/hr

Joining our Rides Team as a seasonal ride operator means ensuring the safe operation of our rides and attractions along with the safety of our guests. With more than 50 rides, six major roller ...

Six Flags Darien Lake

Ride Operator , 18+

Le Roy, NY · On-site

$16/hr

Joining our Rides Team as a seasonal ride operator means ensuring the safe operation of our rides and attractions along with the safety of our guests. With more than 50 rides, six major roller ...

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsRide Along Jobs

Ride Along information

See salary details

$7

$13

$17

How much do ride along jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for ride along in the United States is $13.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $11.30 and $15.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Ride Along job?

A Ride Along job typically involves accompanying a professional, such as a police officer, delivery driver, or service technician, during their workday to observe their duties. It is often used for training, evaluation, or recruitment purposes. Participants may not perform job tasks but gain firsthand experience in the field. Ride Alongs are common in law enforcement, emergency services, and transportation industries.

What does a typical day look like for someone in a Ride Along role?

As a Ride Along, your day typically involves shadowing a field representative, such as a service technician, driver, or law enforcement officer, to observe and document operational procedures. You may take notes, assist with administrative tasks, or provide feedback on customer interactions and service delivery. Most ride alongs work closely with their assigned team or supervisor to gain practical insights and contribute to process improvement. Expect to spend significant time on the road or on-site, with schedules that may vary depending on the organization's needs and fieldwork requirements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Ride Along position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Ride Along, you need a foundational understanding of observational reporting, attention to detail, and strong interpersonal communication skills. Familiarity with data collection tools, digital forms, or field reporting software may be required depending on the industry or company protocol. Adaptability, professionalism, and the ability to build trust with team members and clients will help you stand out in this role. These skills are crucial for accurately documenting experiences, ensuring productive collaboration, and maintaining a high standard of service during the ride along process.

More about Ride Along jobs
What cities are hiring for Ride Along jobs? Cities with the most Ride Along job openings:
What are the most commonly searched types of Ride Along jobs? The most popular types of Ride Along jobs are:
What states have the most Ride Along jobs? States with the most job openings for Ride Along jobs include:
What job categories do people searching Ride Along jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Ride Along jobs are:
Ride Along jobs near you
Infographic showing various Ride Along job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 53% Full Time, 45% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 95% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $28,070 per year, or $13.5 per hour.
Ride-Along

Ride-Along

Indiana State Police (IN)

Indianapolis, IN • On-site

Other

Posted 27 days ago

Indiana State Police rating

7.1

Company rating: 7.1 out of 10

Based on 5 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

23rd of 34 rated police

Job description

Job Description The Indiana State Police Ride-Along Program is an excellent way for those with career, educational, or community interests to ride with one of Indiana's Finest and gain valuable experience in law enforcement. Interested persons must complete an application and undergo a limited criminal history check, sexual offender registry check and local outstanding warrants check. Job Duties Participants shall be respectful of their assigned officer and follow all instructions given to them.

Participants must abide by ride-along protocol. Participants are expected to be neatly groomed and dressed in a professional manner. Appropriate dress is business casual unless otherwise informed based on the day's schedule of events.

Neck ties are not necessary and high-heeled shoes should not be worn while doing ride-along. Job Qualifications BE SURE TO ATTACH THE RIDE-ALONG APPLICATION WAVIER TO YOUR APPLICATION Eligibility Requirements: Must be at least 18 years of age; Must possess a valid driver's license; No juvenile or adult criminal arrests or convictions If approved, the person must be willing to follow all Department rules, regulations, SOP's (to include dress code), and reasonable/lawful orders while participating in the program. Participants must complete BOTH pages of the Wavier of Liability and Acceptance of Risk form and attach it to their application along with a copy of their photo identification.

Only attach what is requested, no other attachments are necessary. https://www.in.gov/isp/files/Waiver-of-Liability-and-Acceptance-of-Risk.pdf No exceptions will be made for anyone not meeting all requirements. RIDE-ALONG PROGRAM SCHEDULING : Participants will coordinate their schedule with the district assigned

Participants should be mindful police work is a 24/7 job and may include evenings and weekend work. Weather and criminal incidents may also affect the schedule. Participants must be flexible to allow for changes accordingly.

PARTICIPANT SAFETY & SECURITY Law enforcement by its very nature is an inherently dangerous profession. The Indiana State Police will take every possible precaution to ensure the safety of every ride along participant. No matter how well trained or prepared one is, circumstances arise where danger must be dealt with.

Every ride along participant must sign a waiver of liability from the Indiana State Police. The ride along participant is not "employed" by the Indiana State Police in any fashion, nor are he/she covered by the Indiana State Police insurance plan. The Indiana State Police will not be liable for the actions of the ride along participant acting outside the scope of the responsibilities defined or beyond the direction of the responsible Trooper they are assigned to.

Ride along participants will have no law enforcement authority. Ride along participants will not be armed. Ride along participants CANNOT carry any type of weapon, even with a valid permit.

What Indiana State Police employees say

Pay

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom

Apply