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Employment Opportunities

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Current Openings:
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Police Department Now Hiring for position of Records Clerk/Secretary:

Class Title: Records Clerk/Secretary                     Grade Number:

Department: Police                                                                             Location:Police Dept.

Division: Public Safety

Date: 10/22/2024

General Purpose

Performs a variety of clerical work, processes and files arrest reports. Data Entry on parking and traffic tickets, receives payments for reports and provides information to other department employees and the public.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general supervision of the Records Manager.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

Types written or dictated correspondence, reports, forms, tables, and graphs using a computer.

Answers incoming telephone calls, determines the nature of the calls, provides information, when able, directs the calls to the appropriate individuals and records messages.

Updates Data on a regular basis, and maintains departmental filing system. Assembles and processes data from reports, reviews data for accuracy, files /scans report as directed and retrieves, when necessary.

Copies a wide variety of documents on a copying machine.

Meets and greets visitors. Responds to request for information and reports from law enforcement personnel and the public.

Receives payment and provides receipts for accident reports, VIN checks, Tow releases and other required fees.

Inventories supplies of department forms and office supplies, to facilitate control in ordering.

Operates office machines as required and Certifies in IDACS – Indiana data and communication system to enter warrants for Schererville Town Court.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

  1. Graduation from a high school or GED Equivalent with specialized course work in general office practices such as typing, filing, accounting and booking, and/or (B) two (2) years of increasing responsible related experience, or any equivalent combination of related education and experience.

NECCSSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITITES:

  1.  Working knowledge of computers and electronic data processing; working knowledge of modern office practices and procedures; some knowledge of accounting principles and practices
  2. . Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment.
  3.  Ability to perform cashier duties accurately; ability to effectively and professionally meet and deal with public; ability to communicate effectively, verbally, and in writing; ability to handle stressful situations.
  4.  Able to complete certification in the Indiana IDACS /NCIC Data system and follow CJIS rules that apply.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:

  Phone switchboard; mainframe computer terminal; personal computer including word processing software; program software, copy machine; fax, copier, scanners, calculator.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by and employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are a representative of those and employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Applicants can apply online at www.schererville.org/job-application or visit the Schererville Town Hall and ask for an application.

Please call 219-322-5000 with questions.

2024 Schererville Police Department Emergency Hire

The Schererville Police Department is now holding an emergency hire from November 19, 2024 - December 20, 2024. Click here for an application.

The Town of Schererville Board of Safety seeks to hire suitable State of Indiana certified Police applicants to immediately serve as Police Officers for the Town of Schererville, subject to all applicable state statutes and guidelines required by the Indiana Public Employment Retirement Fund for Police Officers (INPRS).

The Schererville Police Department will be accepting applications for Police Officer beginning Tuesday November 19th, 2024 at 9:00 AM.  The application must be submitted by Monday December 20th, 2024 by 4:00 PM.

Applicants that qualify can obtain an application from the Town of Schererville website / Facebook page or the Schererville Police Department Facebook page.

Completed applications must be submitted via email to Deputy Chief Steven McNamara at smcnamara@schererville.org.

All required documents must be submitted upon request.

The Schererville Police Department offers:

  • 2025 Probationary starting salary $60,194.94 2025
  • 1st class patrolman salary $74,980.36
  • Lateral hires may be waived to 1st Class Patrolman upon completion of 6 months of service (subject to Board of Safety approval0
  • Clothing allowance of $1,339.00 after the first year
  • Longevity pay up to $1,800.00 (stipend at the end of the year)
  • Overtime and comp time available
  • Multiple off duty jobs available
  • Take home vehicle with guidelines
  • Patrol equipped with SUVs
  • Health / Dental / Vision insurance
  • Updated Technology (Live Scan, TruNarc, Mobile LPR)
  • 12 Hr Patrol Shifts with the ability to work out on duty
  • Beards and tattoos permitted (in accordance to policy)
  • Vacations / Holidays / Incentive / Sick days
  • Member of FOP Lodge 170
  • Specialty assignments including: Detective Bureau (including Narcotics units, HIDTA, ATF, Major Crimes Task Force, Detective Internship, and Evidence Technicians), Northwest Regional Swat, District One Strike Team, K9's, motorcycle program, LPR, SRO program, Patrol power shift program and advanced training / instructor programs.

If there are any questions, please contact Deputy Chief of Police Steven McNamara at 219-322-5000 or email smcnamara@schererville.org.

PD Emergency Hire Poster. Contains the above information describing what the emergency hire is and what it offers. Also has photos of Police vehicles, officers, and k9s

SouthCom Hiring Part-Time Dispatcher:

Southcom is currently looking to fill a part-time position for a 911 Telecommunication Operator. We are responsible for answering all emergent and non-emergency call taking, dispatching and communication services for Police, Fire, EMS & personnel within Schererville and Cedar Lake, IN.

Essential duties of being a Telecommunication Operator include, but are not limited to: Receive and transmit telephone and radio emergency calls, as well as non-emergency calls, complaints, and inquiries from the public. Operate two-way radios, multi-line phone and teletype systems, computers and other complex equipment to quickly and correctly access information and respond to requests from law enforcement, fire and EMS. Must be available to work any and all shifts, including dayshift, nightshift and Holidays!

To apply online visit https://schererville.org/job-application OR apply in person at the Schererville Police Department located at 25 E. Joliet St. Schererville, IN 46375.

Applications are due by May 15, 2024.
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Full-Time Wastewater Treatment Facility Employment Opportunity:

Wastewater:  The Town of Schererville is now accepting applications for a full-time entry level laborer / Operator with benefits.

Applicants can complete an online application here: https://www.schererville.org/job-application.

Applicants need to be a minimum of 18 years of age.  Applicants also need to have a valid driver’s license.

Full job description will be provided during an interview.

Please contact TJ Kmiatek at 219-322-4240 or tkmiatek@schererville.org for questions or more information.
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Volunteers needed at Schererville’s Animal Control Shelter to help care for dogs, cats!

Do you love taking care of dogs and cats? Volunteers are now being invited to apply to the Schererville Police Department’s Animal Control Shelter to help take care of the dogs and cats currently housed at this no-kill shelter located at 548 Kaeser Boulevard, off Kennedy Avenue and Joliet Street.

Among the duties shelter volunteers will perform include feeding, exercising and playing with the animals, cleaning, administering medication, brushing, grooming, and bathing.  They will also perform administrative duties such as keeping logs of what tasks are completed and answering phones.  All volunteers will work under the direction of our Animal Control Officers. 

There will be a background check for each person who volunteers due to them having access into restrictive areas within part of the police department.  Shelter hours are 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday with limited hours on the weekends.  You can fill out an application here: https://schererville.org/job-application

If you have any questions please contact Deputy Chief of Police Steven McNamara at 219-322-5000 or email smcnamara@schererville.org     

The Animal Control Department takes in stray animals that are in need of new loving homes and to be cared for.  We have many cats and dogs to choose from. They are all lovable and looking for their new forever families.  Schererville Animal Control is committed to help pets in need through sheltering, adoption, education, spay/neuter, and community outreach.

You can also check out the shelter’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Schererville-Animal-Control-Shelter-652191121508947.
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The Schererville Fire Department is now accepting applications for Part-time paramedics:

Pick up applications at Station #1, located at 1650 Cline Ave.

If you have, any questions please contact (219) 322-2599.

Qualifications:

  • State of Indiana Paramedic License
  • ACLS
  • PALS
  • CPR
  • Ability to gain entry into St. Anthony’s System
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Valid Driver’s License (Copy of License required)
  • Applicants must be at least 21 year of age

Firefighter Certifications not required.

Hourly Pay $22.18/HR.

To fill out an application, visit https://schererville.org/job-application.
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