Police Officer Job Muncie area,Indiana USA,Government

Overview

Position Title: Police Officer

Compensation: $28.58 - $29.72 per hour

Department: Public Safety_H

Start Date: 03/01/2026

About this opportunity: This position is open to both Tier 1 Certified applicants and Non-Certified applicants. A sign-on bonus of $7,500 is available for Tier 1 Certified applicants with a minimum of two years qualifying experience.

What you ll do and what you ll bring:

Position Function

Perform functions related to the preservation of public peace and order, the prevention and detection of crime, the apprehension of offenders, the protection of persons and property, the enforcement of laws of the State of Indiana and the ordinances of the City of Muncie, the enforcement of rules and regulations of Ball State University, and the safeguarding of individual and collective rights of the citizenry.

Responsibilities

1. Properly operate and maintain acceptable levels of proficiency in the use of department issued or approved equipment.
2. Patrol campus and university property by vehicle and on foot; conduct building and security checks; report any unusual or suspicious conditions. May require physical abilities and fitness standards as described in the role.
3. Investigate disturbances or criminal violations occurring on university or surrounding property; perform tasks to restore peace and order or apprehend possible offenders.
4. Investigate vehicle accidents on university or surrounding property; conduct appropriate investigations, provide necessary emergency care, and assist as necessary.
5. Act as first responder to all fire alarms and EMS calls on university or surrounding property; assist emergency services and administer aid to the level of training achieved.
6. Enforce Ball State, City of Muncie, and State of Indiana parking and traffic regulations; direct traffic when required.
7. Issue citations and effect custodial arrest of law violators.
8. Assist members of the community and other law enforcement agencies in an appropriate manner.
9. Perform community policing initiatives as directed by the department.
10. Prepare and write detailed reports; investigate all accidents, criminal cases, and incidents to provide complete documentation for Ball State; provide information to assist the prosecutor s office.
11. Provide security/escort and transportation for campus cash transactions.
12. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED.

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver s License and be insurable under the university s auto fleet policy.

Must be able to perform all mental and physical requirements as outlined in each job duty and meet physical fitness standards as defined by the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy.

Must pass a written examination and polygraph test pre-offer.

Must pass a post offer/pre-employment psychological evaluation, medical, drug and alcohol test.

Must pass skills test.

Must be at least age 21 at time of hire.

Must be a U.S. Citizen in accordance with Indiana code 250

IAC 2-3-1.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate s degree or two years of college or equivalent experience in law enforcement or two years of active military service in the U.S. Armed Forces.

Bachelor s degree.

Successful completion of the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy basic training course, or completion of an equivalent training program approved by the Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board.

Law enforcement experience related to a campus/university environment.

How to apply

Supporting Documents Upload Instructions: Important:
Do not use the Autofill feature when uploading your resume.

Required Document:

Resume

Optional Document:

Cover Letter detailing your qualifications for the position.

What we offer

At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. We offer a generous paid time off program and 10 holidays a year, paid parental leave (6 weeks), health and dental insurance, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and retirement benefits.

We also offer a tuition assistance program to support your family and your own educational goals.

Let s fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.

Curious about our excellent benefits package?

We have developed a Total Compensation Calculator for core benefits; select the Total Compensation Calculator - Service and download the calculator spreadsheet.

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