State police looking for new recruits – WRBI Radio

The Indiana State Police is now accepting applications for the 87th Recruit Academy for both traditional and lateral applicants. Individuals interested in beginning a rewarding career as an Indiana State Trooper should apply online at IndianaTrooper.com. This website provides a detailed synopsis of the application process and information about additional career opportunities with the Indiana State Police. Applications must be submitted electronically by 11:59 p.m. (EST) on Sunday, October 13, 2024.

Probationary Soldiers who graduate from the 87th Recruit Academy and successfully complete their Field Training Officer (FTO) program receive a one-time cash bonus of $5,000.00 (subject to taxes) in addition to their regular pay.

Benefits included:

Post-9/11 GI Bill Benefits During Academic and Probationary Years
Military and Security Forces Service Purchase Options – Service Purchase Calculator
NEW Take-Home Patrol Vehicle issued after completion of FTO period (includes off-duty use).
Uniforms and over $9,000 in NEW equipment are provided at no cost.
3 hours of service physical training per week.
40 days of paid leave per year and 150 hours of leave for new parents per qualifying event.
Health, vision, dental and life insurance options for active and retired people.
Life pension and deferred compensation with state contribution.
Endless opportunities and career advancement.

Basic eligibility requirements and factors to consider for becoming an Indiana State Police officer:

Must be a United States citizen.
You must be at least 21 years old and under 40 years old at the time of your appointment as a police employee. (Appointment date for traditional applicants is July 17, 2025)
Must meet a minimum vision standard (corrected or uncorrected) of 20/50 acuity in each eye and 20/50 distant binocular acuity in both eyes.
You must have a valid driver’s license to operate a car.
Must be willing, if appointed, to reside and serve anywhere within the State of Indiana as designated by the Superintendent.
You must be a high school graduate as evidenced by a diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED or HSE).

Current Law Enforcement Officers:

Current peace officers must be full-time, meritorious peace officers with a minimum of three continuous years of law enforcement service as of December 11, 2024, and if elected, will be assigned to the district where they currently reside.

Current out-of-state law enforcement officers with a minimum of three continuous years of merit in full-time law enforcement service as of December 11, 2024, if they so choose, may be awarded the district of their choice if their home state certification is determined to be equivalent to Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board standards.

Lateral academy recruits will have periodic, structured performance evaluations with the Training Academy staff. Performance expectations for graduation on June 5, 2025, will be continuously monitored. If your performance does not meet the graduation criteria determined by the Superintendent, you will have the option to continue in the traditional recruit academy with a graduation date of July 17, 2025.

*Note: Lateral Police Officers must be at least 21 and under 40 years of age when appointed as Police Officers on June 5, 2025.

Recruits of the 87th Recruit Academy are offered an excellent health care plan, including medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy coverage for current and retired employees, along with their families, until they reach age 65. The Indiana State Police Pension Program offers a lifetime pension after 25 years of service. Additionally, the Indiana State Police Department offers comprehensive disability coverage and a life insurance program. Student loan forgiveness programs are currently offered through the following means: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

Interested applicants can obtain additional information about the Indiana State Trooper career by visiting IndianaTrooper.com. Applicants may also contact a recruiter at (email protected).

(ISP Press Release)