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Employment

join the police force

Make a difference in the Bedford community and become a member of our Team.

Current Openings
Police Officer Application
Dispatcher Application


We offer medical, dental, and vision health insurance plans. We also offer: Take home car program; Off duty employment opportunities; Reimbursement for gym membership; Longevity pay with uniform/equipment allowance; INPRS 1977 pension plan; Paid vacation, holidays and sick leave.

Qualifications/Requirements
  • You must be  a U.S. Citizen
  • You must be less than 40 years of age.
  • You must have 20/50 vision, or vision that can be corrected to 20/50.
  • You must possess a valid driver’s license with no restrictions.
  • You must have a high school diploma or GED.
  • You must be able to pass the Physical Ability Test (PAT).
  • You must be able to pass a written examination.
  • You must participate in an oral interview to demonstrate your ability to speak and interact with others.
  • You must undergo an in-depth background investigation to reveal any convictions or other past behavior that may affect your employment eligibility.
  • You must agree to take a polygraph test to demonstrate good faith.
  • You must pass a medical and psychological evaluation.

 Physical Fitness Standards
  • ILEA Entry Standards
    Vertical Jump - 13.5 Inches 
    One Minute Sit-ups - 24
    300 Meter Run - 82 Seconds
    Maximum Push-ups - 21
    1.5 Mile Run - 18 Minutes 56 Seconds.
  • ILEA Entry Standards
    Vertical Jump - 16 Inches 
    One Minute Sit-ups - 29
    300 Meter Run - 71 Seconds
    Maximum Push-ups - 25
    1.5 Mile Run - 16 Minutes 28 Seconds.​
It is recommended that you should always consult your physician or other health care professional before beginning any  fitness routine and always seek out a qualified Fitness Instructor  or Trainer to ensure you  doing the exercise properly.​​
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ADDRESS:
1617 K Street
Bedford, In 47421
https://www.bedfordpolicedepartment.com/
PHONE:
Emergency Dial 911
812-275-3311 (Non-Emergencies)
LOBBY HOURS:
Monday–Friday: 8:00 AM-4:30 PM
RESOURCES:
Smart 911
Accident Reports
​​Gun Permits

Public Firearm Classes
Distracted Driving Guidelines
Fraud and Scams
Identity Theft
IN Sex Offender Registry
City Code and Ordinances
LOCAL LINKS:
City of Bedford, IN
Lawrence County Sherriff Department
Mitchell Police Department
Bloomington Police Department
​Indiana State Police​ 
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OTHER LINKS:
National Center For Missing & Exploited Children
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
​Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives (ATF)
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  • Home
  • Divisions
    • Officers Division
    • Detective Division
    • School Resource Division
    • Dispatch
    • Office Staff
    • K-9 Team
    • ESU Team
  • Resources
    • Smart 911
    • Accident Reports
    • Gun Permits
    • Firearm Training
    • Distracted Driving Guidelines
    • Fraud and Scams
    • Identity Theft
    • Soliciting Permit Holders
  • Inside BPD
    • BPD History
    • Community Involvement
  • Employment
    • Current Openings
    • Online Application
    • Dispatcher Application
  • Contact Us
    • Extra Patrol Request
    • Report Drug Activities
    • Submit A Tip
    • Submit A Public Records Request
  • Links
    • City of Bedford >
      • Mayor's Office
      • Clerk Treasurer
      • Fire Department
      • Parks Department
      • Planning/Zoning Department
      • Transportation Department
      • Street Department
      • City Utilities
    • Police Agencies >
      • Indiana State Police
      • Lawrence County Sherriff Department
      • Mitchell Police Department
      • Bloomington Police Department
    • Federal Law Enf. Agencies >
      • Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
      • Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA)
      • ​Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives (ATF)