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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Click here or the picture above to visit the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy website for more information