Police Officer

Overview

The University of Notre Dame Police Department (NDPD) is seeking highly motivated individuals with excellent communication skills who want to work in a positive team atmosphere. The campus is a small town with community members from all over the world. NDPD is a service organization that values Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence. We strive to provide superior customer service and are community engagement‑oriented.

Join a positive and diverse team working collaboratively to create a safe environment for our students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

Currently Certified Law Enforcement Officers are preferred, however applicants meeting the minimum requirements will also be considered.

The Notre Dame Police Department is a full‑service police department recognized by the State of Indiana with the authority to enforce Indiana State Laws, make arrests, and conduct criminal investigations.

• Details:

• Indiana Law Enforcement Academy is preferred or the equivalent

• Certified Officers will have an expedited hiring process

• Minimum Starting wage $31.50/hour

• Afternoon/night shift differential compensation

• Paid/Banked Holiday incentive compensation

• 4/3 10 hour work shift (1st shift 6am-4pm) (2nd shift 3pm-1am) (3rd shift 8pm-6am)

• Uniforms and equipment furnished

• Exciting paid overtime opportunities (Athletics, Concerts, Protection Details, Supplemental Shift Support and Training to name a few)

• Educational benefits to staff, spouses, and children

• 10% University gross wage contribution to 403b retirement fund

• Competitive medical, vision, and dental insurance plans (University contribution to HSA)

• On-campus comprehensive Wellness Center with lower co‑pay options

• Current open position will likely be 3rd shift (8pm-6am)

Specialty Divisions:

• Bike Patrol
• K9 Division
• Vapor Wake
• Comfort K9
• Investigations
• Training Division
• Certified ILEA Instructors
• Field Training Officers
• R.A.D. (Rape Aggression Defense) Instructors
• Dignitary Protection Details
• Crime Prevention and Community Outreach
• Certified Drone Pilot Operators

Additional Details:

• Applicants considered for hire will be required to participate in but not limited to interviews, background investigations, psychological evaluations and drug screening.
• Non-certified applicants considered for hire will be required but not limited to the above including written comprehension testing as well as a physical agility test that mirrors the State of Indiana’s testing process.
• If hired, non-certified persons will be required to attend and successfully pass the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy Tier 1 course.

Check out additional benefit information here.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 21 years of age

• High School Diploma or GED

• Valid vehicle Operator License

• Ability to communicate effectively with various constituencies

• Ability to supervise and adapt to rapidly changing situations, making appropriate decisions under stressful circumstances

• Must maintain strong customer service focus even in difficult policing situations

• Must meet minimum standards regarding acceptance for training by the Indiana Law Enforcement Training Board as specified in Indiana Administrative Code Title 250 Rule 3

Preferred Qualifications:

• College Degree
• Tier I Certified Police Officer or the equivalent

Starting Rate: $31.50/hr

Notes:
The University of Notre Dame is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment. We strongly encourage applications from candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity.