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• $59,319 for recruits (before and during academy)
• $65,442 for Patrolman Second Class (after swear-in)
• $74,009 for Patrolman First Class (second year)

DESCRIPTION: The City of South Bend accepts applications for the position of Police Officer Recruit on a rolling basis.

We are looking for the best and brightest recruits to become a member of the fourth largest police department in the state. Please take a few moments to learn more about the rewards and benefits of becoming a South Bend Police Officer. If you have any questions please feel free to contact our Training Division for additional information, at (574) 235-9224.

• United States Citizen
• Must be 21 years of age at time of application (and up to 40 years of age at the time of swearing, or 40.5 years of age at the time of swearing if retired military with 20 years of service and honorable discharge, in accordance with HB1359)
• Have a high school diploma or GED certificate
• Must be able to pass a competitive written exam
• Have no felony criminal convictions
• Have no conviction of domestic violence or a domestic violence-related offense (either misdemeanor or felony)
• Must be willing, if appointed, to reside within St. Joseph County or adjoining county in Indiana (or State of Michigan)
• Must be of good moral character
• Must pass mandatory drug screening
• Have no previous use of hallucinogenic drugs (LSD, Mushrooms, Mescaline, Ecstasy, etc.)
• Possess a valid driver's license from current state of residence
• Military discharge (if applicable) cannot be characterized as "other than honorable", "bad conduct", or "dishonorable"
• Must be able to pass a physical agility assessment test
• Must submit to in-depth background investigation, Computer Voice Stress Analysis Exam, psychological testing, and medical examination

Selection Process

1. Physical Fitness Assessment Test

Physical fitness standards are based on the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy (ILEA) and the standards are the same for males and females. Applicants must meet the standard for each exercise to pass the assessment test. This is a PASS/FAIL test only, with no points assigned for results.

Exercises in order are:

• Vertical Jump Test (Standard: 13.5 inches or greater)
• Timed Sit Up Test (24 in one minute or less)
• 300 Meter Run (Complete in 82 seconds or less)
• Push Up Test (Complete 21 push ups with no time limit)
• 1.5 Mile Run (Complete in 18:56 or less)
• Pistol Trigger Pull Test (Complete 6 pulls in 10 seconds or less)

1. Written Exam

• Created by a professional consulting firm using job-related criteria
• Four sections:
• Learn and apply knowledge
• Observe and accurately describe events
• Remember identifying information
• Navigate directions and spatial ability
• Complete written forms
• Communicate in writing - Grammar
• Communicate in writing - Spelling

Must score 80% or higher to continue on to interview phase

1. Personal Interview

1. Structured Oral Interview

1. Background Investigation

1. CVSA (Computer Voice Stress Analysis Exam)
2. Pension Board Interview

• Applicant scores will be totaled to establish an eligibility list in descending order from highest to lowest passing scores. Applicants will be notified of their final ranking on the eligibility list.
• Upon an estimated projection of future vacancies, the department will extend the assessed number of "conditional" job offers to persons on the eligibility list in rank order. At that time, the following evaluations will be completed:
• Psychological examination and interview with clinical psychologist
• Complete medical examination including vision, hearing, and mandatory drug screen.

The Department’s hiring needs, and therefore the amount of the eligibility list resulting in hires, changes from year to year based on a number of variables.

For more information about the department or the selection process, contact the Training Division at (574) 235-9224 or ecramer@southbendin.gov

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