Job Description:
Department
IU POLICE DEPARTMENT (UA-PD-IUBLA)
Department Information
Indiana University Public Safety pursues IU's commitment to providing the greatest degree of safety for all members of the IU community, consistent with the university's mission and environment, applicable legal and professional standards, and available resources. IU Public Safety directly oversees the IU Police Department, University Environmental Health and Safety, and Emergency Management and Continuity with a team of approximately 300 dedicated staff on a 24/7/365 operational basis across all campuses.
Job Summary
- Performs non-law enforcement duties for Indiana University Police Department (IUPD) including radio dispatch duties, security assignments for buildings and events, and special assignments that necessitate the presence of IUPD but not the presence of a sworn Police Officer.
- Liaises with other workers and are briefed on the situation and issues of the day.
- Keeps the department and the other workers advised on situational developments as appropriate.
- Works closely with faculty, staff, students, and visitors from diverse backgrounds.
- Observes and reports suspicious activity, can approach individuals, and enforces university policy without compromising personal safety, and must call for a sworn officer to detain or arrest.
- Cadets do not have police authority.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Required
- Currently enrolled as a full-time student at Indiana University and in good academic standing.
- Maintains full-time student status and have above a 2.5 G.P.A. while in the program.
Required
- Possess a valid driver's license with the ability to be insured by Indiana University upon date of hire.
Required
- 21 years old the year you would graduate from the Police Academy.
- Ability to pass a battery of physical and psychological tests.
- Ability to pass an intensive background investigation.
Additional Information
July 21st - 25th, 2025 are mandatory attendance for Cadet Orientation week. Those that are selected for the cadet program (new and returning cadets) are required to attend in Bloomington, Indiana.
Cadets who successfully perform their duties and maintain academic and program standards, may be considered for entry into the IU Police Academy.
Must be or become a U.S. citizen prior to graduating from the Police Academy.
Work Location
Bloomington, Indiana
Columbus, Indiana
Gary, Indiana
Indianapolis, Indiana
Kokomo, Indiana
New Albany, Indiana
Richmond, Indiana
South Bend, Indiana
Benefits Overview
For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
- Multiple plan options for medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
- Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
- Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
- Additional supplemental retirement plan options
- Tuition benefit for IU classes
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Job Classification
Career Level: Part Time Employee
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Part Time Employee
Job Family: Part Time Student Employee
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Posting Disclaimer
This posting is scheduled to close at 11:59 pm EST on the advertised Close Date. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University, but will remain open for a minimum of 5 business days. To guarantee full consideration, please submit your application within 5 business days of the Posted Date.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.
Campus Safety and Security
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report, containing policy statements, crime and fire statistics for all Indiana University campuses, is available online. You may also request a physical copy by emailing IU Public Safety at iups@iu.edu or by visiting IUPD.
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