The Indiana State Police Capitol Police Section is now accepting applications. Individuals who are interested in beginning a rewarding career as a Capitol Police Officer may apply online at http://www.in.gov/isp/2367.htm. This website will provide a detailed synopsis of the application process as well as a career with the Indiana State Police Capitol Police Section.
Applications must be received via e-mail by 11:59 pm (EST), on Tuesday, September 8, 2015. Applications received after the deadline will not be accepted.
Basic Eligibility Requirements and consideration factors for a Capitol Police Officer:
1. Must be a United States citizen
2. Must be at least 21 years of age when appointed as a police employee. (Appointment date is February 26, 2016)
3. 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
4. Must possess a valid driver’s license to operate an automobile
5. Must be a high school graduate as evidenced by a diploma or general equivalency diploma (GED)
The Capitol Police Section salary is competitive with the surrounding agencies. A recruit is paid $1,369.15 bi-weekly during the academy training. At the completion of academy training, the starting salary is $35,598.00 a year. The Indiana State Police Capitol Police Section also offers an excellent health care plan, which includes medical, dental, vision and pharmacy coverage for both current and retired employees, along with their families. The Capitol Police Section pension program provides a lifetime pension after 25 years of service. Additionally, the Capitol Police Section provides comprehensive disability coverage and a life insurance program.
Interested applicants can obtain additional information about a career as a Capitol Police Section by visiting http://www.in.gov/isp/2367.htm.
