The Loogootee Police Department is currently accepting applications for a full-time police officer. Close date for this process is noon on April 25th, 2025 at noon. PT Test will be administered April 26th, 2025 at 2pm for applicants. The City of Loogootee is an equal-opportunity employer. For any questions please reach out to Chief John Wagoner at 812-295-1000 ext 3

Applicants for the Full-Time Patrolman position must: Be 21 to 40 years of age before appointment to the department, have a high school diploma or GED, have a valid driver’s license, have no felony convictions, successfully complete PERF physical and psychological testing, pass department PT test standards set by the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy (Academy certified candidates are not required to complete the PT test), have been dishonorably discharged from the military. complete and pass a panel interview, be able to legally possess a firearm. and pass drug screening.

Vacation and sick leave, Vision, dental, and health insurances, Air Evac coverage for household paid by the City, take-home vehicle (must meet certain criteria), multiple training opportunities, 1977 police retirement plan (City pays in 19%), $2,000 new uniform allowance, $1,200 yearly uniform allowance paid after first year, paid holidays, and comp time. Starting salary for non-certified candidates is $50,61.06 and $52,785.48 for academy-certified candidates. Non-certified applicants will be granted the Patrolman 1st Class rank upon completion of the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy.